18 Very Best Gifts For Hikers & Backpackers

A prepared hiker always brings key items along on his walk.

For those hikers that don’t like to carry a full-sized backpack, there is this handy waist bag by Waterfly.

It is waterproof and offers plenty of space, as well as a stable water bottle holder.

The adjustable belt also allows the bag to be carried in several different ways.

Next is one of our best gifts for hikers and backpackers who love to bring their dogs along.

Although the companionship is great, it does mean you have to carry extra supplies such as food, bowls, and water.

With this nifty daypack harness, the dog can carry his own stuff, while the bright color makes him very visible, even at night or when he’s in the bushes.

Having a reliable pair of tools when you’re out and about is crucial.

Leatherman is the gold standard when it comes to multitools, and the Wingman is equipped with 14 tools, including a knife, pliers, screwdrivers, wire cutters, a wire stripper, scissors, a package opener, bottle and can openers, a file, and a ruler.

A useful gift that hikers or backpackers will very often rely on.

Nobody likes to sit in the dirt. Gift a hiker or backpacker this pocket picnic blanket and he or she will never have to anymore.

It is 100% water, wind, and sand proof, and can easily seat 2 adults and 4 children comfortably.

All of this while folding into a compact bag that you can simply slide into your pocket or attach to your pack with its carabiner.

This thing is no joke! You can always run out of water, and when you do, the survival clock starts running.

The Lifestraw is, therefore, a great gift for hikers & backpackers that can potentially be lifesaving.

The microfiltration membrane removes 99.9% of waterborne bacteria and parasites, as well as small microplastics.

Besides thirst, heat will be a key concern for hikers and backpackers alike.

Whether you get caught in a storm or lost your way and have to spend the night in the woods, an emergency thermal is a must-have addition to your kit.

The blankets are extremely compact and lightweight and made from military-grade 12-micron aluminized polyethylene mylar.

Our list of the very best gifts for hikers and backpackers has to include a headlamp.

While you’re in the outdoors you will want to keep your hands free so you can read a map or ensure your stability.

This bestselling headlamp by Cobitz will stay on your head despite the movement, while different modes allow you to adjust the lighting to your needs. For example, refocusing when reading a map vs illuminating long-range.

A true hiker will want to keep track of his or her location.

But pulling out your phone every 5 minutes is not very pleasant. And on top of that, apps are rarely accurate.

This hiking GPS by Garmin is, therefore, a favorite gift for hikers and backpackers. It keeps track of routes, tracks, and waypoints and ensures performance and reception in heavy tree cover or deep canyons.

Rain & wind will not hold this hiker or backpacker from going out there.

This high-quality rain jacket is as stylish as it is effective and folds into a compact little pouch.

You can choose from different colors. For women, there is also a female version available.

Thanks to this gift, a hiker or backpacker will move faster, further, and with less effort.

Foxelli trekking poles are made of ultra-light 100% carbon fiber material, which minimizes the impact on joints and even absorbs any noise so you continue your walk in serenity.

The quick lock technology allows users to adjust the pole’s length quickly and easily while firmly holding its position.

The outdoors can be a treacherous place, and little accidents do tend to happen.

When they do, a hiker will be very happy he or she brought a first aid kit with the bare necessities to treat any wound or blister.

This is one of those gifts that are often given by moms before hikers or backpackers leave on a big adventure.

Hiking can be very demanding on the knees, so some extra support can be a very welcome gift.

The Powerlix compression knee brace is the favorite among hikers, runners & powerlifters.

Besides offering unparalleled support and comfort, it also looks much more fashionable than other models on the market.

Every hiker or backpacker fears painful feet or blisters. The easiest way to avoid this is by wearing high-quality hiking socks.

These socks by Darn Tough definitely didn’t steal their name. With 1441 stitches per square inch they provide extra cushioning, durability, and a foot-hugging fit.

The pair depicted here are men’s socks, but they are also available for women.

After a long day of hiking, those feet deserve some rest.

Give a hiker or backpacker this foot massager as a gift and he or she will be able to pamper his or her feet like never before.

With several massage heads and even a heating function, it is no surprise this device is an absolute bestseller.

The most used tool of any hiker, besides his shoes, is his water bottle.

That is why, at the top of our list of the very best gifts for hikers and backpackers, we have this high-quality water bottle by Embrava.

Besides an ergonomic and stylish design, it offers shatter-resistant durability, a dust-proof and leak-proof lid, and a tough carry strap.