Gifts for Outdoorsy Women: 30+ Amazing Outdoor Gift Ideas for Her
So, you have a female in your life who’s addicted to all things hiking, camping, road trips and the great outdoors, but then you can’t ever think of any gift ideas for outdoorsy women? Excellent, this gift guide is just what you need to find the perfect gift for your outdoor lover.
This article is packed with the perfect list of outdoor gift ideas for her. No matter if you’re looking for inspiration for a wife, girlfriend, sister or BFF, you’ll find an abundance of gifts for the adventurous woman, that she will absolutely love!
To make it easier to scroll through, this list of gifts for outdoorsy women has been broken down based on price. To help you find exactly what you’re looking for first up are outdoorsy gifts for women under $50, followed by items priced between $50-$100 and finally, if you’re looking to splurge and really spoil her, then the last section features gift ideas for adventurous women over $100.
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Bonus: If you’re shopping for Christmas gifts for the outdoor woman, there’s also a bonus section at the end which is perfect for stocking fillers.
Are you ready? Great, let’s find you the best gifts for outdoor-loving women. Let’s go.
Best Gifts for Outdoorsy Women Under $50
This first section is great if you’re just looking for a token gift, whether it’s gifts for an outdoorsy girlfriend, sister, your BFF or outdoor gifts for your wife or fiance, they will love these great practical suggestions for bringing their creature comforts, into their outside lives.
1. Travel Inspired T-shirt
Who doesn’t love a cute t-shirt? I know they are a staple in my travel wardrobe. These adventure inspired t-shirts are a great gift idea for any outdoorsy woman. Not only are they available in loads of colours, but they come either as a standard t-shirt, or sleeveless.
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2. National Park Themed Socks
A bit of a classic idea, of giving socks as a gift, but these National Park themed socks are the perfect gift for outdoorsy women. There are four designs to choose from; Monument Valley, Grand Prismatic, Delicate Arch and Glacier National Park and in two sizes. Which is your favourite?
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3. Vintage Style National Park Wall Calendar
Check out this beautiful vintage style National Park wall calendar. Give her inspirational outdoorsy images to look at all year round while helping to keep all her adventure planning organized. This is one of the most visually stunning gifts for an adventurous woman and features Glacier, Grand Canyon and the Everglades and more.
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4. Insulated Stainless Steel Wine Glass with Lid
Although you could drink your wine from a tumbler or beaker, sometimes it just feels nicer to have a glass with a stem. If your outdoor addict loves camping, these stainless steel wine glasses are not only light-weight and robust but they are also insulated, helping to keep your wine cool plus they come with a lid! These will be an absolute hit, and one of the best camping gifts for women looking for that little bit of luxury.
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5. Cotopaxi Camaya Satchel
Being an 80s child, I love how Cotopaxi are embracing the retro vibe. Gone are the days where outdoorsy gear was served in muted greens and browns. These Cotopaxi Camaya shoulder satchels are part of the Del Dia range, each one is unique, they are ONE OF A KIND! Each Del Dia piece is made in the Philippines by an employee who has total creative control over the pack’s colourway. No two are the same!
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6. No Place for a Lady: Tales of Adventurous Women Travelers Book
If your outdoorsy type loves to get their head stuck in a good book, while snuggled up next to a campfire, then ‘No Place for a Lady: Tales of Adventurous Women‘ will fill them with inspiration. This is also a great option if you’re looking for gift ideas for outdoorsy Moms, looking for some ‘me’ time after the kids have gone to bed.
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7. Lightweight Quick-Dry Towel by Eccosophy
No doubt, your outdoorsy type has got caught in a downpour or wanted to stop off for an impromptu swim in a river. She will love these colourful, oversized, super lightweight quick-drying microfibre towels. They not only dry up to 3x quicker than a conventional towel but also repel sand. These towels from Eccosophy come with a handy pouch to carry them in as well as a loop on the corner of the towel to hang it up. Great for road trips, day hikes and backpacking.
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8. Rite in the Rain Waterproof Notebooks & Journals
If the outdoorsy woman in your life loves to write and journal, then she will love the Rite in the Rain range of waterproof notebooks and journals. Mud, rain and weatherproof, these are one of the best gifts for the outdoor woman wanting to write regardless of what nature throws at her.
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9. Pocket Cutlery Set by Outlery
These absolutely adorable, portable & reusable Stainless Steel Travel Cutlery Set with Chopsticks come complete with a carry tin. They’re perfect for camping, road tripping or food on the go. They come in two colour options, either the stainless steel (pictured) or the rose gold edition.
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10. National Park Themed Compression Packing Cubes
A twist on the firm favourite of backpackers, are these compression cubes, which any outdoorsy type will absolutely love. Each piece features a design of a National Park. Great for organising your stuff, keeping it dirt-free plus enabling her to pack more. This set of six National Park themed packing cubes come with either a zipper or a drawstring release, in a range of sizes and are machine washable.
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11. Portable Campfire by Radiate
One of the handiest outdoor gifts for her has to be these pocket-sized and convenient, portable campfires by Radiate. Everything she needs to start a is in a handy tin. Their burn time is anywhere between 3-5- hours leaving no messy embers behind to clear up. They are also eco friendly and made from recycled soy wax and recycled paper briquettes.
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Gifts for the Outdoors Woman $50 – $100
We’ve all heard that phrase ”There’s no such thing as bad weather, only unsuitable clothing” by Alfred Wainwright, right? Well, this section features adventure gear and outdoors gifts for women to make sure she’s equipped for the elements.
12. TOMS India Slipper
Keep your feet cozy with these classic style India Slippers by TOMS. They are great for camping because of their durable rubber outsole. They are also a great choice for vegans, as these slippers feature faux fur. India Slippers are one of the best camping gifts for women who are a comfort-obsessed outdoorsy type, who want to take cozy on the road.
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13. Women’s Base Layer Top by Kari Traa
Three times Olympic freestyle skiing champion, Kari Traa, knows a thing or two about performance clothing for the outdoors. Designed by women, for women! Kari Traa’s range of sportswear has been designed to fit the female body perfectly. Plus they come in a range of amazing patterns too! Being both stylish and functional, the merino wool base layer is one of the best gifts for adventurous women who hate to feel cold.
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14. Compact Camping Chair by Cliq
Quite possibly the most compact and comfortable outdoorsy chair you’ll ever see. Not only does the compact camping chair by Cliq pack down to the size of a bottle, but it also only weighs 3.5lbs! making it one of the best gifts for an outdoors woman in terms of portability. Not only should this compact chair become one of your road trip essentials, it’s also perfect for hiking, days out, car camping or just using in your own backyard (currently ony available in the USA)
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15. Wacaco Travel Coffee Press
If you’re out in the wilderness, but need to get your caffeine fix, then this portable Espresso maker by Wacaco is the perfect solution. No need for batteries or electricity, this is a fully manual operation Minipresso working at 18 Bar Pressure allowing you to have the perfect coffee literally anywhere. The cute capsule-like design means this espresso maker is fully portable weighing in at only 336grammes.
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16. Heated Sleeping Bag by Mantuole
This mummy-style heated sleeping bag features 5 built-in heating pads made from carbon fibre compound heating wires. Although it could be used as a standard sleeping bag, Mantuol has become the market leader in creating heated outdoor products and camping gear. Connect it to a standard 5V/2A USB power supply and the heating pads will start to work, and keep the inside of the sleeping bag warm and comfortable ensuring your outdoorsy woman stays snuggly and warm.
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17. Smartwool Base Layers
Moisture-wicking, slim-fitting Merino wool base layers, perfect for adding an extra layer of warmth for every outdoorsy activist. A top or legging make great adventurous gifts for her, to protect her from the elements. They are lightweight enough for your adventure-loving woman to be able to wear under her regular clothing.
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Outdoor Gifts for Women Over $100
If you’re really looking to splurge on some outdoorsy gifts for her, which will last her a lifetime, then this section covers the higher end outdoor gift ideas. It’s often worth paying that bit extra for top quality, durable outdoorsy products, especially if they are put to the test in the elements.
18. Sorel Women’s Out n About Shoe Boots
One of the best gift ideas for hiker women is something that looks just as good hiking a mountain as it does walking around town. Not often do style and practicality meet. These Out n About Shoe Boots by SOREL feature everything an outdoorsy type needs including traction soles, insulation, waterproofing, and comfort for winter weather. They are perfect for wearing in the snow, ice and rain, but look stylish enough to wear in both the country as well as the city with 1 1/2″ heel and 1 1/2″ platform sole.
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19. Experience Gifts
Sometimes, the best gifts for an adventurous woman are things that she can choose. With hundreds of experiences to choose from, all over the world, companies like Tinggly Experiences and Buyagift will allow her to choose unique experience gifts. They include things like diving with sharks to doing the world’s tallest bungee jump plus hundreds of other adventure gifts for her.
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20. Insulated Blanket by Rumpl – National Park Edition
Any outdoorsy type will find it hard to resist snuggling up under a cosy blanket, under the stars. These original puffy blankets by Rumpl are one of the best outdoor gifts for women who love camping, hiking, and the outdoors. The eco-friendly blankets are made with a ripstop shell and insulation made from 100% recycled materials. They are available in a range of designs inspired by National Parks.
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21. Osprey Sirrus 24 Women’s Hiking Backpack
Noted as one of the top gifts for female hikers, this hiking backpack by Osprey, features adjustable torso lengths for improved fit and comfort. This daypack has been designed for a women’s physique, specifically. The Osprey Sirrus 24 comes with an integrated rain cover and tool loops, internal hydration pockets, mesh suspension and more making this daypack one of the best hiking gifts for her.
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22. Roc Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board
Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) has seen a boom in popularity in recent years. This inflatable paddleboard by Roc weighs in at 17.5 pounds, which is about 20% lighter than competitors, making it a great option for every outdoorsy woman. These are a great adventurous gift as the SUP kits have everything she will need to get out on the water and can be used in the ocean, freshwater lakes, and rivers. This model is also available in a choice of over 10 colours.
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23. Garmin inReach Mini
If you’re thinking of the perfect outdoorsy gift for a fiercely independent adventurous woman, who loves to go out into the wilderness by herself, then the Garmin inReach Mini is the perfect gift for peace of mind. The small, robust and lightweight satellite communicator enables two-way text messaging using the 100% global Iridium network, and gives off-grid updates on weather forecast as well as maps.
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24. Patagonia Nano Puff Jacket
Not only is this jacket phenomenally weather-resistant, by trapping in body heat and blocking out the wind, but it also features a rain-resistant shell, retaining 98% of its insulating ability when wet! On top of this, the Patagonia Nano Puff jacket is eco-friendly, using 75% recycled materials. Styling, functional and good for the planet. What’s not to love!
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25. The North Face Women’s Ballard Lace II Boot
If you’re looking for a comfortable and versatile pair of hiking boots that look great all year round, both in the city and in the great outdoors, then the Ballard Lace II Boot by North Face is a great option. Outdoor lovers will love the classic-looking leather boot that features the comfort and durability of a technical walking boot but with the look of a city boot.
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BONUS – Stocking Filler Outdoor Gifts for Women
Shopping for the festive season? the ideas in this section cover some great ideas for stocking filler outdoorsy gifts for women that, they’ll love.
26. Cocktail in a Tin by The Cocktail Box Co.
Do you know any outdoor women who enjoy a sneaky cocktail? I know I do! She will love these cute cocktail kits in a tin by The Cocktail Box Co. These pocket-size kits are one of the best camping gifts for women, especially if you’re on a girls weekend away. They contain all the ingredients to create your favourite tipple on the go, choose from Moscow Mule, Old Fashioned, Champagne Cocktails and more.
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27. Fleece Lined Beanie Hat
Super cute and snuggly. These ultra-soft slouch fit beanie hats by Furtalk are fleece-lined making sure your head and ears stay nice and warm. They are made from acrylic (so perfect for vegans!) and available in over 25 colour choices!
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28. Darn Tough Socks
Made with a 59% Merino wool base these hiking socks are lightweight, super strong and darn comfy thanks to the True Seamless technology used. Darn Tough socks are perfect for any woman who loves hiking thanks to the fast action wicking pulling moisture away from the skin. Bye-bye sweaty, stinky socks.
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29. REI Gift Card
If you’re really not sure what to get your adventure lover, then opt for a gift card from REI. These can be purchased online and sent either as a digital card or a physical card for any amount you choose (check out the funky designs for the physical cards!).
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30. Buff – The Original Multifunctional Headwear
Still the original and the best, the classic Buff headwear can be worn in over 12 different ways from a facemask, headband, scarf to balaclava. These make great gifts for outdoor women. The CoolNet UV+ edition is made from up to 95% recycled material with 50SPF.
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31. Burts Bees Tips & Toes Kit
Adventurous ladies are super resilient to the elements, however, sometimes they do need a little extra TLC. I adore Burts Bees products, not only do they smell divine, a little of the wonder-stuff goes a long way. This Tips and Toes kit from Burt’s Bees features travel-sized versions of these moisture infused all-natural products and make for perfect little gifts for the outdoor girl.
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