118 Best Gifts for Hikers & Backpackers 2020 [Unique Ideas]

It’s hard to buy gifts for hikers and backpackers in 2020. I get it.

We’re a gear-hungry bunch who spends an obscene amount of time searching for products that’ll take our trail game to the next level. Finding unique gifts for us hikers can get overwhelming because we don’t just want good gear; we want the best gear.

But don’t stress out because I’m a trail chasing, mountain climbing, ultralight backpacking gear junkie, and I’m here to help.

This hiking gift guide — updated for 2020 — is split up into 15 easy-to-navigate sections, each with its own theme. The gear, clothing, food, and other gifts on this list will be suitable for any budget, with price tags ranging anywhere between $5 and $700.

Top Pik Top pou Hiking & kado sakado

Minimalist dlo Filter: Sawyer Squezeze

Pirifikasyon dlo se esansyèl nan bakkontri a, se konsa sawyer a Squeze se yon prezan pafè pou nenpòt sakado kap filtre dlo sou vwayaj yo. Peze peze jis plis pase de ons, se trè pake, epi li se rated filtre plis pase 100,000 galon dlo. Li se yon estap nan kominote a sakado.

Sante ak Kado Byennèt pou Hikers

Sante Ensèk Sante: Sawyer Picaridin Losyon

Mosquitos, gnats, flies, and ticks are not only incredibly annoying but can also transmit devastating diseases. This DEET-free Picaridin-based lotion is healthy, easy to apply, and will last up to 14 hours. No harm if it comes in contact with clothing or gear, either, as it dries quickly and won’t damage synthetics.

Read more of the gift guide written by Noel Krasomil here.