20 AWESOME Stocking Stuffers for the Camper in Your Life

Looking for some gift ideas for an outdoor-loving friend or relative? Not all camping gear is big and expensive. Sometimes it’s the little things that can bring the most fun (or help) during an outdoor adventure. Here are 20 stocking stuffer ideas for the camper in your life—or your own wishlist!

1. Compact Mini Binoculars

These mini binoculars are small enough to fit in your hand and durable enough to toss in a backpack. Great for wildlife watching wherever your adventures take you.

POLDR 8x21 Small Compact Lightweight Binoculars

2. Swiss Army Knife

This model by Victronix is the classic Swiss Army knife. Perfect for the wannabe Scout in your life or anyone who’s nostalgic for camping in the “old days.”

Swiss Army Knife

3. Collapsible Cups

A set of space-saving cups are a helpful addition to any camp kitchen. This BPA-free set includes 5 cups (with lids) that collapse to an ultra-thin size.

Collapsible Cups

4. Inflatable Camping Pillow

When it comes to camping, bringing a bulky standard pillow from home isn’t always the best option. Save on space without sacrificing comfort with this inflatable travel-sized camping pillow.

Inflatable Camping Pillow

5. Stemless Wine Cup

Enjoy wine by the fire in this spill-resistant cup from our own Camperville store. This double-walled insulated mug comes in a rainbow of colors and is topped with a sturdy plastic lid.

6.  Travel Yahtzee: National Parks Edition

This National Park-themed version of the classic dice game is perfect for playing at camp or when you’re at home dreaming of your next outdoor adventure.

Travel Yahtzee: National Parks Edition

7. Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza Card Game

This card game has nothing to do with camping but it’s easy-to-play with no set-up or extra pieces to lose. Plus it’s easy enough for kids to enjoy too.

Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza Card Game

8.  Camp Kitchen Knife Set

With this GSI Outdoors knife set from our Camperville store, you’ll have all you need to slice and dice in your camp kitchen. Our set includes a santoku knife, paring knife, serrated knife, cutting board, soap bottle, and dish cloth.

camping kitchen knife set

9. Wool Socks

Socks might be a cliche gift, but for cold-weather campers, you can never have too many. This festive pair from SmartWool has a seasonal snowflake pattern.

Wool Socks

10. Collapsible Coffee Maker

Another pick from our Camperville store is this pour-over coffee maker from GSI Outdoors. This collapsible design can brew up to 12 ups of coffee and uses standard cone filters.

GSI Outdoors Blue JavePress Coffee Filter

11. Cooler Light

Refrigerators have interior lights so why not coolers? This peel-and-stick light will help you see inside your cooler and automatically shuts off after 20 seconds.

Cooler Light

12. Stormproof Match Kit

Here’s a practical gift that’s great for any camper. This set includes a watertight case, waterproof matches, and strikers. The matches are guaranteed to light even after being submerged in water!

Stormproof Match Kit

13. Roasting Sticks

When it comes to roasting marshmallows or hot dogs on the fire, of course you could go the natural route and grab a stick from the woods. But this set of roasting sticks have the advantage of being clean, long enough to reach the fire, and collapsible so they’re easy to pack. Plus? No splinters in your s’mores!

Roasting Sticks

14. Nalgene Water Bottle

Nalgene has perfected the durable, portable (and inexpensive) water bottle. This newer model has a slimmer design but still can hold 30 ounces of water. The design of the cap makes it easy to carry or attach to a carabiner.

Nalgene Water Bottle

15. Hand Warmers

Another inexpensive but useful gift is a pack of hand warmers. These classic hand warmers come in multipacks and various sizes. Great for camping, hiking, and any other winter activity.

Hand Warmers

16. Gear Aid Tenacious Tape Patches

Rips and tears are an unfortunate part of using outdoor gear. But with these durable peel-and-stick fabric patches, it’s easy to make a quick repair to a jacket, tent, or sleeping bag. Plus, they can stand up to the washing machine.

Gear Aid Tenacious Tape Patches

17. HeroClip Carabiner

Combining a carabiner with a folding hook, the HeroClip allows you to hang items nearly anywhere. Perfect for those times when you need to keep camping gear off the ground or tent floor.

HeroClip Carabiner

18. Keychain Lighter

This compact keychain lighter insures you’ll always have a way to start a campfire—and have one less thing to pack.

PPFISH Mini Brass Lighter - EDC Peanut Lighter Keychain - Waterproof Fire Starter Especially for Survival and Emergency Use

19. Paracord Survival Kit

This paracord survival kit has nearly everything you’d need in a survival situation. It’s great to have on any outdoor adventure—or stow it in your car’s trunk for winter road trips!

Paracord Survival Kit

20. Eating Utensils Set

Each of these utensils is actually 3-in-1: a spoon, fork, and a serrated edge for cutting. This set includes 8 utensils, a bottle opener, and a handy carrying case.

Eating Utensils Set