45 Best Camping Gifts for People Who Love the Outdoors

Clocking in at just 3.5 pounds, this no-tip camping chair supports up to 300 pounds, yet folds up to the size of a drinking bottle. "[This chair] allows me to lean back so comfortably and without fear of falling back — its balance is impeccable even in uneven camp ground terrains," writes one Amazon reviewer.

This compact cooking kit tops the GH Institute's list of the best camping cookware sets — it includes a frying pan and pots, plus plates, mugs and bowls for up to four people. Everything even packs away nicely in small containers!

Once it's charged via USB, this dimmable LED rope light — which comes in 5-foot and 10-foot lengths — can be strung up on tents, trees or RVs to shine some mood lighting on their camp site. The rip-stop bag can also act as a portable lantern if they decide to keep the ropes packed up inside of it.

They can clip this lightweight solar phone charger to their backpack and charge their phone or battery pack as they hike. The panels unfold to span nearly 32 inches to capture loads of sunshine — our tech experts in the GH Institute also love that it has two USB ports and comes with a zippered pouch for storage.

No cords, batteries or DEET necessary: Thermacell claims this handheld repeller keeps mosquitoes away in a 15-foot zone for up to 12 hours of protection.

Make their camping experience more comfortable with a lightweight and warm blanket that rolls up easily into its included stuff sack. Amazon reviewers say it's easy to wash, too. This particular collection offers up 14 colorful designs inspired by our country's national parks.

Easy to pack for trips near and far, this convenient foam pillow squishes down to just one eighth of its 14" x 18" size (it's also available in a smaller and larger version, too). With over 6,000 five-star reviews on Amazon, shoppers can't stop raving about comfortable these pillows are. "My husband kept telling me we needed to get these for our camping trip," wrote one reviewer. "I have NEVER ... I mean NEVERRR slept as good as I did during that trip with this pillow. "

If they've been very, very good this year, splurge on this tricked out hard cooler that's designed to handle all kinds of terrain with its oversize wheels. It's also packed with useful features, such as a removable container for storing dry goods, a ridged tray with two built-in drink holders and a lid that comes equipped with detachable umbrella holders.

If they've never used a pie iron while camping, their world is about to be rocked. They can add bread and any filling of their choice (cheese, meats, etc.), then just heat it up over the campfire.

Wave this inflatable lounge couch through the air a few times to fill it up, and voila — an instant cozy spot to hang out. Pick from 16 colors for a gift your outdoorsy friends will love.

This waterproof folding stool that's also a cooler is like two presents in one! Campers and tailgaters alike will love that it weighs just three pounds, and easily opens up into a place to perch when they need a rest. Plus it has handy exterior pockets for a water bottle and a wallet.

This soft-sided backpack cooler made its way on the GH Institute's list of the best coolers you can buy and for good reason. It's especially comfy to wear and can fit up to 18 cans inside with ice — but most importantly, it really works. In our Lab tests, the interior temperature went up only 1.98 degrees and stayed under 40˚F during the entire 14-hour testing period. There are also bungee cords on the front to help control loose items, such as a water bottle.

Whether you're backpacking or camping, every inch of space in your pack counts. These lightweight microfiber towels fold up into a teeny tiny pouch, making them easy to bring on adventures.

This small kit is actually pretty mighty. It includes a compass, wire saw, water bottle clip, emergency blanket, knife, flashlight, whistle and more. If they're new to camping, this is a great pick to get them started with the essentials.

They probably already have a serious hiking travel backpack for overnight trips, but what about a smaller option for day trips? Weighing in at less than half a pound, 4Monster's water-resistant daypack conveniently stuffs into a small drawstring pouch for easy storage. It can easily fit snacks, water and other day-hike essentials.

If they can't go anywhere without their morning cup of joe, they'll appreciate this collapsible silicone coffee filter.

If they've already got everything they need, consider a gift card to Tentrr, a peer-to-peer campsite booking platform with options across the U.S. Similar to Airbnb, Tentrr's campsites are kitted out with tents, beds and other camping gear.

Help inspire their next adventure with this book packed with hundreds of photos and ideas for where to go next.

This one's great for world travelers and campers alike. The nifty Scrubba bag allows you to wash small-to-medium loads without a sink or laundry machine, and it folds up nicely when not in use.

This nifty camping coffee-maker is an excellent replacement for larger French presses, thanks to its easy-to-use, lightweight design (and tiny stature, making it easy to stash away).