25 Perfect Stocking Stuffers for Campers (2023)
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Need some stocking stuffer ideas for someone who loves camping?
I’m a frequent camper so I know just what kinds of gifts campers need and want.
I put together this round up of small camping items that are fun, convenient, or just offer some peace of mind when staying in the great outdoors.
Finish up your holiday shopping with these 25 stocking stuffers for campers.
1. Campfire Stories Deck
Sitting around a campfire is a quintessential part of camping, but frequent campers may tire of telling the same ghost stories after a while.
Give them something new to do around the fire with the Campfire Stories Deck.
This deck contains 50 cards with prompts to share personal stories of past experiences. Campers will be encouraged to reminisce on past camping experiences, memories with their fellow campers, and more.
These prompts provide the perfect way to pass the time around a campfire while bonding with friends and family.
2. Deck of Stars Constellations Card Deck
Stargazing is another popular nighttime activity to do while camping – but how many campers actually know what they’re seeing in the night sky?
The Deck of Stars helps campers finally understand what they’re seeing when they gaze up at the stars.
This deck includes 50 cards featuring 50 different constellations. Each card includes everything the amateur stargazer needs to know about the constellation from instructions to find it in the sky to the stories associated with each one.
With the Deck of Stars in hand, the camper in your life will level up their stargazing experiences for many camping trips to come.
3. Nature Meditations Deck
Nearly two-thirds of campers use camping as a way to improve their mental health.
If the camper in your life wants to fall into this camp (pun definitely intended), help them get started with the Nature Meditations Deck.
The Nature Meditations Deck contains 60 illustrated cards with meditations designed to connect campers with the nature that surrounds them.
The prompts were written by Kenya Jackson-Saulters, the cofounder of two organizations that encourage mindfulness through outdoor activities.
Using these mindfulness practices, campers will fully feel the rejuvenating power of nature during their escapes to the great outdoors.
4. Nite Ize MoonLit LED Micro Lantern
The Nite Ize MoonLit LED Micro Lantern is a great little light source for times when you don’t need to illuminate the entire campsite.
This LED lantern is less than two inches wide and swivels to aim the light exactly where it’s needed.
It’s attached to a carabiner so it can hang anywhere for hands-free lighting. Hang it from your tent ceiling as you snuggle into your sleeping bag or clip it to your jacket zipper for a personal light source while reading.
The replaceable batteries last for 60 hours, so even frequent campers shouldn’t need to swap the batteries out very often.
Between the lantern’s small size and long-lasting batteries, campers will appreciate having this easy-to-pack, reliable light source among their camping gear.
5. Multi-Spice Container
Do you know a camper who sticks to basic camping meals like scrambled eggs and hot dogs?
Help them elevate their campground meals with a multi-spice container.
This spice container holds 6 different spices in separate compartments, making it easy for campers to pack plenty of popular flavors in a single item.
They’ll save space by not packing 6 separate spice containers and have no excuse to keep making bland meals while camping.
Pair this stocking stuffer with a camping cookbook for a matching gift set.
6. Darn Tough Socks
Keep their feet cozy on cold nights at the campground with long-lasting Darn Tough Socks.
These high-quality socks are called Darn Tough for a good reason. They’re some of the most durable socks out there.
And even if the wearer manages to poke a hole in them, they can get a free replacement pair from the company – even without a receipt.
Darn Tough socks are made from moisture-wicking merino wool and provide cushion where it’s needed most. These design features keep adventurers’ feet comfortable during both daytime excursions and nights snuggled in a sleeping bag.
The basic style comes in 8 different colors for both men’s and women’s sizes, so it’s easy to find something that your camper will love.
Invest in the best pair of socks they’ll ever own and their feet will stay happy on every outdoor adventure.
7. Cocoon AirCore Camp Pillow
Car campers can get away with bringing their regular pillow from home to their campsite, but pillows are still bulky and risk getting dirty. Plus, they have to remember to pack it along with the rest of their camping gear.
Make packing a pillow even easier for them with the Cocoon AirCore Hood/Camp Pillow.
This inflatable pillow is specifically designed to nest inside of the hood of a sleeping bag.
The pillow has a microfiber side and a nylon side, providing a comfortable surface to sleep on whether it’s warm or cool at night. This two-sided cover can even be removed from the pillow to wash or repair it.
When it’s time to pack up camp, the pillow can be deflated and packed into a stuff sack for easy packing and storage.
Give the camper in your life the gift of a good night’s sleep outdoors with the inflatable Cocoon AirCore Hood/Camp Pillow.
8. Night Glow Zipper Pulls
Whether they’re going to sleep after stargazing or heading to the bathroom in the middle of the night, it’s inevitable that campers will need to get in and out of their tent in the dark.
Make it even easier for them to find their tent’s zippers in the dark with this set of two Night Glow Zipper Pulls from MSR.
These glow-in-the-dark zipper pulls illuminate all night and recharge in the daylight.
Plus, the extra length provided by the zipper pulls makes it easier to grab tent zippers on dark, cold nights.
It’s just the kind of small and thoughtful upgrade that makes for a great stocking stuffer.
9. The Cocktail Box Co. Cocktail Box
It’s often impractical for campers to pack all of the necessary ingredients and equipment to create cocktails on their camping trips.
But now, campers can enjoy a nicer beverage than a can of beer with cocktail boxes from The Cocktail Box Co.
These portable cocktail kits include all of the special ingredients needed to make one of four classic cocktails: a Manhattan, margarita, Moscow mule, or old fashioned. They also include the necessary accessories like a muddler and cocktail napkins.
The kits do not include alcohol though, so grab a few nips of the appropriate liquor to round out this stocking stuffer.
Each cocktail box makes three to six drinks depending on which cocktail you select.
Say “cheers!” to future camping trips with a cocktail box from The Cocktail Box Co.
10. Instant Coffee with Coconut Creamer 5-Pack
There’s nothing like waking up with a warm cup of coffee in the great outdoors.
If your favorite camper takes their coffee with cream, make their morning with these packets of instant coffee with coconut creamer from Alpine Start.
Each packet includes both instant coffee and coconut creamer in a single container. This makes it ideal for both backpacking and car camping when it’s too much to bring a separate coffee maker, coffee, and creamer.
Since the creamer is coconut-based, these instant coffee packets are even suitable for campers who are lactose intolerant or vegan!
Give the gift of a simpler morning coffee routine with these packets of instant coffee and creamer.
11. Campers’ S’mores Milk Chocolate Bar
Chocolate is a classic stocking stuffer, but no chocolate is as fitting for campers as the Campers’ S’mores Milk Chocolate Bar.
This s’mores-flavored chocolate bar consists of milk chocolate certified by the Rainforest Alliance and graham cracker pieces.
Between the camping-themed flavor and the cute illustration of a campground on the candy wrapper, this chocolate bar is perfect for campers whether they enjoy it at Christmas or save it for a future camping trip.
12. National Geographic Night Sky of North America Pocket Guide
Know a camper who wants to understand what they’re seeing in the night sky?
Give them an introduction to astronomy with the National Geographic Night Sky of North America Pocket Guide.
This portable guide provides tips for observing the night sky with the naked eye – no telescope required.
It includes information on nearly 150 topics from the solar system to meteor showers and beyond. Each topic is enhanced with features like constellation charts, photographs, and graphics.
Campers will take their stargazing to the next level with this portable and practical guide book.
13. UCO Titan Stormproof Match Kit
An unfortunate reality of camping: the weather is unpredictable. And too much wind or precipitation can make it challenging to light a fire.
Help campers light a match in any weather with the UCO Titan Stormproof Match Kit.
This kit includes 12 weatherproof matches and 3 strikers in a waterproof container.
Even on a windy day or if the matches get wet, they will still light.
With these invincible matches, campers will always be able to light their camping stove or start a fire no matter the weather.
Make sure a camper you love can stay fed and warm with this set of stormproof matches.
14. Nylon Tent Repair Kit
Campers don’t want to be caught without a protective shelter when damage occurs to their tent.
Let them be prepared to handle minor tent repairs at the campground with a tent repair kit.
This tent repair kit includes everything a camper would need to fix the most common problems on the fly. The 12-piece kit can handle damage that occurs to the tent’s fabric walls, windows, and fiberglass tent poles.
It’s the kind of thing that’s better to have on hand and not need it then to need it and not have it.
Give a camper you love the gift of preparation and peace of mind when they open their stocking to find this tent repair kit.
15. Tenacious Tape
Tenacious Tape is a repair tape that patches up damage to all kinds of outdoor gear and clothing.
Campers can use it to stop feathers from escaping a down sleeping bag, fix a leak in an inflatable sleeping pad, or patch a tear in a tent, among other uses.
This versatile adhesive comes in several formats including a 6-pack of mini patches and a roll of tape. It’s perfect for making fixes in real time since the tape sticks right to the problem area with no sewing or heat required.
Tenacious Tape is available in several colors, but the clear tape and patches are ideal since they blend in with gear of any color.
Extend the life of their camping gear with the gift of Tenacious Tape.
16. Wilderness Wipes
Campers may be at peace with being away from showers when they’re at the campground, but that doesn’t mean they have to be stinky and dirty when they crawl into their sleeping bag.
Campers can stay clean and fresh during their outdoor adventures with Wilderness Wipes.
These wipes remove dirt, sweat, and odors – without needing to rinse – when a shower isn’t available.
The wipes come in a compact size and an extra large size that’s meant to be used on the whole body.
It’s a useful item to have on hand for extended camping trips or unpredictably messy adventures.
17. Hand Warmers
When you’re stuck outside no matter the weather, it’s important to be prepared to handle cold temperatures.
Campers can stay warm and comfortable with the gift of hand warmers.
These disposable hand warmers can give off heat for up to 10 hours each.
They can be bought in packs of 4, 10, or 20. Give them all to one camper or buy a larger set to split between several campers’ stockings.
On a night that gets colder than expected, your favorite camper will be glad you gave them these hand warmers.
18. Rite in the Rain Notebook
It’s important for campers to be prepared with activities for a rainy day at the campground.
Make sure they have something to do in the rain with a Rite in the Rain notebook.
This notebook has 50 lined sheets of all-weather paper that hold up in the rain. No special writing utensils are required!
With a Rite in the Rain notebook on hand, your camper can be prepared for all kinds of activities like journaling, tic-tac-toe, and more, all without worrying that their notebook will deteriorate if it gets wet.
19. Condiment Squeeze Tubes
Instead of filling up their cooler with bulky condiment bottles, campers can save space with this 2-pack of squeeze tubes.
These reusable condiment tubes are perfect for portioning out just the right amount of ketchup, jelly, honey, or other condiments for a few days away from home.
Simply remove the clip at the wide end of the tube to add a condiment or to wash the tube out after camping.
It’s a great stocking stuffer for a camper who doesn’t want to sacrifice flavor for the sake of packing light.
20. Sea to Summit Cool Grip X-Mug
Whether your gift recipient prefers backpacking or car camping, saving space on gear is a priority.
The Sea to Summit Cool Grip X-Mug is a collapsible cup that fits perfectly into a stocking, a backpack, or any bag of camping gear.
It’s made with heat-resistant, food-grade silicone so it’s built to handle hot beverages without the cup becoming too hot to hold.
This cup can hold 16 fluid ounces. It even has measurement markers inside the cup so campers can be confident they’re adding the right amount of liquid to everything from instant coffee to dehydrated meals.
It’s a useful tool that will let them enjoy hot foods and beverages no matter where their adventures take them.
21. Titanium 3-Piece Cutlery Set
Know a camper who still buys a box of plastic utensils every time they go camping?
Get them started on their zero waste camping journey with a Titanium 3-Piece Cutlery Set.
This set of reusable utensils is not just good for the environment, but it will also save the recipient money on buying disposable utensils every camping trip.
The set includes a fork, a knife, and a spoon, all attached with an aluminum carabiner. The carabiner keeps the set together and makes it easy to clip the utensils onto a backpack for safekeeping.
Plus, the utensils are dishwasher safe, so they can go right into the machine when unpacking from a camping trip.
This simple swap can prevent a lot of camping-related plastic waste from going to a landfill.
22. First Aid Kit
Is the camper in your life prepared to handle basic injuries during their outdoor adventures?
The Adventure Medical Kits Ultralight/Watertight .3 Medical Kit is the perfect portable first aid kit for outdoor enthusiasts.
This kit contains essential first aid items to address common ailments that occur in the outdoors. It includes individually sealed items like ointments, bandages, and anti-itch wipes, all in a waterproof bag to protect the contents from the elements.
If a camper you love has overlooked this crucial piece of gear, make sure to put this first aid kit in their stocking this year.
23. After Bite Outdoor Insect Bite Treatment
Campers may remember to pack bug spray to prevent bug bites, but they often don’t have something to handle itchiness from the inevitable bites that occur anyway.
Even with lots of bug spray, sometimes bug bites are unavoidable when you’re living in the great outdoors for 24 hours a day.
Get them prepared to handle those unwanted itchy spots with a tube of After Bite Outdoor Insect Bite Treatment.
It’s a gel that relieves the itchiness around bites from all kinds of bugs.
It comes in a travel size tube that’s perfect for stuffing in a stocking and taking on the go no matter how they travel.
It’s a great gift for any camper who didn’t know they needed it or who needs to resupply before the next camping season.
24. heat it Smartphone-Powered Insect Bite Healer
There’s a reusable alternative to the gels and creams that relieve itchiness from bug bites.
The heat it Smartphone-Powered Insect Bite Healer uses heat to stop the itching. It’s great for any campers who prefer a chemical-free and drug-free way to relieve itchiness.
The small device plugs into a smartphone for power (so there are separate versions of the device for Android and iPhone). Simply use the accompanying free app to select a treatment mode and apply the device to the bug bite.
Keep in mind that this device is designed for children ages 4 and up, so skip this product if you need a solution for a family with young children.
While this bug bite healer is on the pricey side for a stocking stuffer, remember you’ll be gifting them the priceless ability to stop bug bites from itching for life.
25. REI Gift Card
Still can’t choose a camping stocking stuffer?
Let them pick whatever camping supplies they need with an REI Gift Card.
REI is a popular outdoor retailer that sells quality gear, clothing and footwear, with all products backed by a 100% guarantee.
REI offers the best one-stop shop for outdoor gear because they offer the greatest range of products and have store locations across the US (in addition to their online storefront).
Make sure to toggle to the Gift Cards tab on the REI website if you want a physical gift card to place in the recipient’s stocking since e-gift cards are the default selection.
