Whether you’re shopping for the outdoorsy people in your life or for yourself this holiday season, this outdoor-focused holiday gift guide for the 2024 season is full of gear that’s been personally tested and recommended by ActionHub staff.

There’s a lot of gifts to choose from for people with a range of outdoor interests — like snowboarding safety gear, magnetic bowls and lids for camping and a tent that packs down to fit on bike handlebars.

Each of these product recommendations helps give the gift of adventure and can make their outdoor escapes more accessible. We’ve broken them down by categories to better help you navigate this list, so you can jump straight to:

• Gadgets & Stocking Stuffers
• Camping
• Backpacks
• Outdoor Sports & Apparel

Enjoy exploring what’s new and exciting this holiday season in outdoor gear!

Gadgets & Stocking Stuffers

Rab Stratusphere Pillow

The Rab Stratosphere Inflatable Pillow helps campers have comfort and convenience on their camping trips. It’s lightweight and packs down to the size of a tennis ball. Inflated it’s about 14-by-10-by-4 inches. And you can adjust the air to the firmness you prefer. The fabric cover is soft and wicks away moisture. The recycled Stratus insulation retains heat to keep you cozy (and warm) throughout the night.

Who this compact pillow is for: Ideal for backpackers, campers and anyone wanting a small packable pillow for a good night’s sleep outside.

Suunto Wing Headphones

These Suunto Wing headphones are nice for people with active lifestyles — think trail runners, cyclists and hikers. These headphones have an open-ear design that keeps you aware of your surroundings while still giving you crisp, immersive audio. They’re also lightweight, comfortable to wear and durable.

Who these headphones are for: Outdoor runners, and cyclists who value safety and top-tier sound quality during their adventures.

Paddleboard drink accessories | Bote mug & Floatsup cup

If you have someone on your list who owns a Bote SUP, this 12-ounce MAGNETumbler is a nice accessory. It’s compatible with the built in magnetic system (MAGNEPOD technology). This stainless steel mug will keep their drink cold (or hot) for a long time on the water and will stay in place.

Floatsup drink holder

This drink holder is designed to use with the bungee system on any SUP. It’s made of durable silicone and easy to use. The bottom grove for the bungee gives you a nice stable surface for your cup. It works with any can, bottle or mug under three inches.

Who these SUP accessories are for: These paddleboard accessories are good for the SUP lovers on your list.

Pearl AmFib Lobster Gel Gloves

These unique gloves from Pearl izumi are specifically designed for cyclists who brave the cold weather. With a “lobster” inspired split finger design — sort of like dual mittens — you get warmth with mobility to operate the bike shifter and brake levers. With 170g PrimaLoft Gold insulation with Cross Core technology, these gloves give riders warmth without unnecessary bulk. There’s also 3D gel pad cushions to help with vibrations. They are also touch-screen compatible and come with reflective elements for added safety during night rides.

Who these gloves are for: Ideal for cyclists riding in cold conditions, these gloves are great for anyone needing warmth and control in temperatures below 30°F.

Metolius Captive Quickdraw Carabiners

These Metolius Captive Quickdraw Carabiners are a nice addition to any climber’s gear, especially for those tackling multi-pitch or trad routes where anchor management and reducing rope drag are essential. One way to use these carabiners is at a belay station. As a climber sets up their anchor with cams or nuts, the extra length on these carabiners makes it easier to clip in securely and keeps each piece separated — reducing cluster and friction between the rope and the rock. This spacing can be useful for them when building multi-directional anchors.

Who these carabiners are for: These carabiners make a nice gift for experienced climbers or trad enthusiasts.

Knog Frog bike light set

This bike light set is not your ordinary light set. If you have bike riders on your list, give them the gift of safety. These make a great stocking stuffer. Engineers designed these lights with Chip on Board LED technology — meaning the lights are bright to keep riders safe. They have a 40-lumen output on the front and 20 lumens on the back. They also have aflexible mounting system that’s easy to attach to any bike.

Who this light set is for: Urban commuters, nighttime riders, or anyone needing a reliable bike light set when out cycling.

Bolt Performance Razor

This Bolt Performance Razor is comfortable and efficient. It’s great for the people on your list with an active outdoor lifestyle, and it’s built to handle coarse leg hair while still being unisex. The ergonomic handle feels natural in your hand, and the five-blade cartridge (surrounded by Aloe Vera and Vitamin E) helps reduce nicks and irritation. With a nice sporty look, this razor is also a nice addition to a camping toiletries pack.

Who this razor is for: Athletes and/or anyone looking for a reliable razor.

Lion Energy Compact Portable Power Banks

For the people on you list who wander away from civilization, having a reliable power bank to charge devices is a nice gift. The Lion Prowler Power Bank (74Wh, USB Ports) is easy to use and can easily charge most smartphones, smartwatches, headlamps, flashlights and more.

The Lion Eclipse 3 in 1 (99.9Wh wireless charger) with USB ports is a step up from the Prowler. This power bank will charge compatible earbuds, smartwatches and smartphones without a cord. On a full charge this power bank can charge a smartwatch 75 times, a smartphone 10 times, tablets at 30W for 3 hours and a laptop at 45W for two hours.

Who these power banks are for: Anyone on your list who needs a reliable power bank for outdoor adventures.

PAKA Crew Socks

These socks are warm, soft and have a snug feel (known as an “Alpaca” hug). They’re made with 41% Traceable Alpaca, 8 percent Tencel, 50 percent Recycled Nylon and 1 percent Spandex so they also stretch and breathe.

Who these socks are for: Hikers, campers and the general outdoor explorers on your list, these socks are a great stocking stuffer for people who want to keep their feet warm and cozy.

The Organic Skin Company Ritual Pack

For the glampers and RV campers on your list, this Ritual Pack from The Organic Skin Company is a great gift for people who value skincare and want to pamper themselves while they’re on the go. And their products are certified organic and certified vegan. The Ritual Pack comes with four full size products — including the Clean Slate cleanser (fruit acid complex), Set the Tone hydrating rose mist toner, Vitamin Sea serum (with New Zealand Marine and Vitamin C) and the Daily Rituals moisturizer with Sea Buckthorn and Rosehip.

Who this skincare pack is good for: Anyone who loves to pamper themselves on the go and who enjoys using organic and vegan skincare products.

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Camping

Teton Sports Camping Cot, Pad & Sleeping Bag

Teton Sports offers a lot of camping products that make family camping enjoyable. The camp cot with pivot arm, canvas camping pad and Li’l Jr. Bridger canvas sleeping bag make camp a cozy experience — especially for families with young kids.

The Teton Cot has a patented pivot arm and it’s easy to set up. It has steel legs for stability, and a durable fabric that supports up to 600 lbs. Paired with the Teton Canvas Camp Pad — the regular with two inches of thick foam cushioning — you’ll be comfortable and stay in place as the pad has built in slip-resistant loops. This set up is ideal for young campers when you add the Li’l Jr. Bridger Canvas Sleeping Bag. It has a soft flannel lining and cinchable mummy hood that keeps kids warm even in extreme temperatures as low as -35°F. The canvas is also very easy to clean.

Who this set up is for: This camping sleep setup is perfect for families camping with kids.

MSR Hubba Bubba Bikepack Tent 2-Person

If you have a cyclist on your list, the Hubba Bubba Bikepack Tent is a lightweight and compact two-person tent that packs down small enough to fit on a bike frame or handlebars. This is great for for bikepacking trips. It’s also roomy inside and has weather-resistant construction to ensure reliable shelter in various conditions.

Who this tent is for: Ideal for bikepackers (cyclists), minimalist campers and outdoor enthusiasts that want portability without sacrificing comfort.

High Camp Flasks

The small High Camp Torch Flask gives you a portable package for a good drinking experience outdoors. You just screw off the bottom cap, fill and enjoy. The double-wall insulation will keep spirits from overheating in a pocket or bag. The magnetic 3-ounce sipping shot glass is a nice touch. It’s also great for a morning espresso.

The larger High Camp Parkside Flask is great for impromptu picnics, camping, beach trips and day hikes when you want a little sophistication — think glamping. This all-in-one wine flask has integrated wine tumblers so you have everything you need to transport and enjoy wine outdoors. It’s made with sommelier-grade electropolished stainless steel to preserve and protect the flavor of your wine.

Full Windsor Magware Bowls, Plates & Flatware

The magnetic attachment on this unique Full Windsor bowl and plate set make a nice gift for the campers in your life. They’re made of premium grad materials to last a long time. You can also stack them, use the plates as a lid to preserve food and they’re easy to organize and pack. When you pair these with a three-piece Full Windsor Magnetic Cutlery Set, you have packable spoon, fork and knife that connect together and stow away in a small pouch.

Who this set is for: The people on your list who enjoy outdoor picnics, camping and day hiking also who may enjoy a unique and easy way to transport plates, bowls and flatware.

Whiteduck Tuff Log Carrier

This premium waxed industrial-strength cotton canvas firewood carrier has corners and edges reinforced with polyester webbing, so it’s strong. It’s great for camping when you need to collect and carry your firewood to your campsite and also a good solution for loading up your own firewood at home, packing and carrying it easily without making a mess. The handle is padded so it’s comfortable to carry by hand or over your shoulder.

Who this log carrier is good for: The campers on your list who transport their own firewood or the people on your list with a wood-burning fireplace in their home, cabin or lodge.

Lion Energy Summit Portable Solar Generator

This Lion Energy Summit solar generator has a 530W inverter and a 665 wH LiFePO4 battery — meaning you have power outdoors for everyday use. This generator can easily charge your phone, tablet, computer and a small appliance. Let’s say you want to use a small portable fan (50W) at night to stay cool. The 530W inverter converts the stored batter power into electricity that the fan can use. Since the fan uses 50W per hour, and the batter has 665 watt-hours of energy, the fan could run for about 13 hours on a full charge. This generator is compatible with Lion Energy folding solar panels.

Who this generator is good for: Dispersed campers, people with an RV lifestyle, van lifers and anyone spending time outdoors where they have limited access to electricity.

Mountain House Adventurer Weekender Kit

These freeze-dried meals in the Mountain House Adventurer Weekender Kit are tasty. The kit has a breakfast skillet, rice & chicken, beef stroganoff with noodles and granola with milk & blueberries — providing breakfast, lunch and dinner meals for one person for two days with six total pouches. These ready-made meals make camping or backpacking trips simple to plan for. And you only need to add water, let sit, stir, let sit and the meal is ready in about 10 minutes.

Who this kit food kit is for: Weekend campers and backpackers who like the convenience of freeze-dried meals.

Rumpl Backcountry Puffy Blanket

This Backcountry Puffy Blanket — new in 2024 — is the same high quality as all of Rumpl’s outdoor blankets. It has the same hands-free clip so you can wear it like a cape to keep your back warm, an upgraded (down-like) insulation and a roll-top stuff sack. It’s also made of a 100 percent post-consumer recycled shell, liner and the upgraded insulation is made from plastic bottles. There are also a lot of colors and styles to chose from.

Who this blanket is for: Campers and anyone who spends time outdoors needing a durable and cozy blanket to keep them warm.

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Backpacks

North Face Borealis backpack

This North Face backpack is a good option for short hikes. It also doubles as a day pack with a comfortable FlexVent suspension system and a padded 16-inch laptop section — making it a versatile gift. With bungee cords and two water bottle holders, you can pack necessities and have easy access. They have a black version with the patches included and a variety of color options.

Who is this pack for: Hikers who need a spacious pack for light adventures and anyone on your list needing an everyday use durable backpack.

Rab Adrift 24L Day Pack

Weighing just 1 pound, 7 ounces, this Adrift 24L Day Pack by Rab is a great size for short hikes when you only need a few essentials. You can store a couple water bottles in the side mesh pockets and use the forward hip belt or remove it. There’s also a 15-inch padded laptop sleeve so it doubles as a commuter bag. The top pocket gives you quick access storage and it’s versatile and durable enough to survive bouldering sessions and scrapes with rocks.

Who this pack is for: The people on your list who venture outdoors in rugged conditions who want a smaller lightweight pack that can double as a commuter pack during the week.

Wild Country Crag Hauler 40 Backpack

This large capacity Crag Hauler 40 Backpack is a top loading tough pack. It seems like you can pack endless amounts of gear inside. It’s made with haul bag tarpaulin — a tough waterproof material that can handle sharp rocks, rough surfaces and bad weather without tearing. The reinforced Ripstop Nylon helps prevent snags and the YKK zippers are some of the most reliable zippers in the works that won’t get stuck even after years of stuffing the pack with gear.

Who this pack is good for: This backpack is the perfect gift for the adventurous climber on your list or any outdoor enthusiast who needs a durable, weather-resistant pack that can handle rugged terrain.

Mystery Ranch Scree 22

This smaller 22L pack is made for those who want to head out into the wilderness with just their essentials. It’s ideal for day hikes. It has fixed harnessing for sturdy hauling, a zippered lid pocket (to keep small items accessible) and an adjustable compression to keep the guts of the pack snug. It’s also hydration-reservoir compatible so you can hike water-bottle free.

Who this pack is for: Those hikers and wilderness adventurers who like to pack light.

Peak Outdoor 45L Backpack & Camera V2 Cube

This Outdoor Backpack by Peak with a Camera V2 Cube (padded body/lens protection) is the ultimate gift for the outdoor photographers on your list. This backpack has an internal frame that adds extra protection to your gear and with a 45-liter capacity, it fits a lot of gear. The unique easy access exterior system is easy to use and gives you added coverage in conditions with light rain and snow. You can easily fit a small and large Camera V2 Cube inside. With the pack measuring about 30-by-12-by-6.6 inches fully rolled out, it can be used in a variety of ways with different combinations of camera gear like lenses, tripods and batteries.

Who this backpack set up is for: Outdoor photographers who need to carry a lot of camera gear and keep it safe from the elements.

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Outdoor Sports & Apparel

RuRoc LITE+ Borealis Snow Helmet and goggles

This RuRoc helmet is a high-performance snow helmet for snow lovers and professional athletes. And it exceeds certified safety standards. It’s also comfortable with an active airflow system to keep your goggles fog-free. There’s also a twiCEme Medical ID chip for emergency response. The color and design is inspired by the Northern Lights. Paired with RuRoc LITE Core Googles and Polarized Lens, this is a luxury gift set for snowbunnies.

Who this helmet and goggle set is for: Skiers, snowboarders and anyone looking to elevate their snow sports experience while staying protected and comfortable.

KUIU pro Merino 200 Wool Shirt & Artilect Leggings

Both the KUIU pro Merino 200 Wool base layer (in men’s and women’s styles) and the women’s Artilect Boulder 125 leggings are made with Nuyarn — a performance merino wool fabric made using a unique spinning technology that makes it soft, stretchy, quick drying and better at blocking wind. This fabric is soft and gives you a next to skin feel while helping your body breathe and stay warm outdoors.

The men’s Vertx Merino Wool Hoody and Pants give you a midweight base layer set designed to last for years. The wool fabric has microclimate control using a GM ReRapt and 27.5 Technology — meaning the fabric has recycled material with advanced insulation and temperature controls. The hoody has thumb loops to keep the sleeves in place and the pants have deep pockets to wear as a baselayer, midlayer and as a stand alone pant.

Who these base layers are for: These base layers are perfect for people heading into cold climates and need performance-enhancing gear.

Mammut Sender IN Hooded Jacket

This Sender IN Hooded Jacket by Mammut gives you warmth in sub-zero conditions. It’s insulated with a specialized synthetic fill — Mammot’s one-of-a-kind LOOPINSULATION made of recycled rope scraps. The high zip up is a nice touch to keep wind and elements at bay. The hood is pre-adjusted and the jacket has two zip pockets.

Who this jacket is for: People who enjoy hiking, climbing, skiing or mountaineering in cold weather.

Women’s North Face Terra Peak Jacket

This North Face Terra Peak Jacket is lightweight and waterproof. Filled with ThermoBall insulation — a synthetic material that mimics the warmth and lightweight properties of down but performs better in wet conditions. And this jacket has a lot of stretch to it so it’s great for hiking, climbing and exploring. It has zippered hand pockets and stretch cuffs. You can choose from

Who this jacket is for: Any outdoor adventurers that need a waterproof jacket outside. Think hikers, campers, climbers and more.

Royal Robbins Rockcraft Wool Hoodie Sweater

Royal Robbins makes a lot of quality outdoor apparel. The Rockcraft Wool Hoodie Sweater is unisex (women size down) and made with soft 100 percent Merino wool. You can choose from five neutral colors. This sweater is easy to layer and can also be worn on its own, under vests, jackets or on top of a base layer. It’s a great gift for people on your list who enjoy winter hiking and skiing. And since wool is naturally moisture wicking, this sweater will keep you dry all day long.

Who this sweater is for: Anyone on your list who likes to explore outdoors in the winter.

Scarpa Golden Gate 2 Shoes

These Golden Gate 2 trail running shoes by Scarpa are also good for road running. And they come in both men’s and women’s styles. You get cushion on the trails, gravel roads, park paths and groomed tracks. These shoes are also lightweight less than 8 ounces per shoe for the women’s shoes. They also have very nice tread to prevent slipping.

Who these shoes are good for: Trail runners, road runners and avid travelers who may encounter various surfaces and need stability and cushion.

Merrell Agility Peak 5 Goretex shoes

These Merrell Agility Peak 5 Goretex shoes have exceptional grip when trail running in rugged terrain. And they’re waterproof. They’re a step up from the regular Agility Peak 5 with the added Goretex fabric to keep out rain and slush. They also have a gaiter ring, Vibram mega grip soles and foam midsoles for comfort.

Who these shoes are for: Trail runners who run on very rugged terrain where they encounter lots of obstacles with heavy debris and frequently change speed and direction.

Wolverine DuraShocks Icon boots

These DuraShocks Icon boots by Wolverine are a nice rugged boot that’s a good gift for campers and hikers who will be out in wet conditions. With a premium waterproof full-grain leather upper and WaterproofPlus technology, these boots keep feet dry. For example, when you’re out collecting firewood and exploring trails, they’ll keep dew and mud at bay. They also have cushioning to help with fatigue and a slip-resistant DuraShock outsole with good grip. And they’re lightweight, weighing about 1.7 pounds per boot.

Who these boots are for: Campers, hikers and anyone needing all-day comfort and grip in unpredictable terrain or wet conditions.

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Suzanne Downing is an outdoor writer and photographer in Montana with an environmental science journalism background. Her work can be found in Outdoors Unlimited, Bugle Magazine, Missoulian, Byline Magazine, Communique, MTPR online, UM Native News, National Wildlife Federation campaigns and more.