The Best Outdoor Gifts for Less Than $50

It's not just the thought that counts, but the vision. Show your friends and family that you've been listening to all their talk about outdoor the adventures they want to take—without spending more than $50. We've got travel pillows, sunglasses, pocket knives, beanies, headlamps and so much more.Black Diamond Spot 350 HeadlampHelp them kick their fear of the dark with this headlamp, an REI Editors' Choice Award winner for its sleek design and a variety of brightness modes. Not only does it offer an extraordinarily long battery life, the waterproof Black Diamond Spot 350 can also be used to illuminate adventures in the rain. And for your fashionable friends, match this product to one of their favorite outfits by picking from six different colors. $26.73AeroPress Go Travel Coffee PressThe only thing better than waking up at camp is having a hot mug of coffee ready before you hit the trail. Luckily, the AeroPress Go Travel Coffee Press makes hot coffee in minutes, so your gift recipient will enjoy both quick coffee and caffeine control. This REI Editors' Choice Award winner also comes with a mug that neatly doubles as the system's packing container. $39.95NEMO Switchback Sleeping PadWhoever says comfort can't come from closed-cell design hasn't tried this sleeping pad from NEMO. Thanks to its hexagonal nesting pattern, this pad also packs down smaller than other closed-cell foam pads. And with an abrasion-resistant foam and thermal reflective film, the Switchback Sleeping Pad will stick it out through hardy trips and cold nights. Pro tip: They can fold it smaller for a cushy sitting pad or bed for their pup. $44.95 (short)Buff Original Multifunctional HeadwearIs it a headband? A helmet liner? Face and neck protection? Yes—all of the above! Made of recycled materials and offering UPF 50 sun protection, the Buff Original Multifunctional Headwear has a large following of fans who love the product because, as one customer review put it, "it's fashionable, functional, comfortable, easy to wash and dry." Pick one up for a friend or relative who loves to spend time outside. $20-$24Hydro Flask Standard-Mouth Water Bottle with Flex Cap - 24 fl. oz.By now we hope everyone on your list shirks single-use plastic, so this Hydro Flask bottle should be a hit for all. It up-levels standard reusable vessels with double-wall vacuum insulation that will keep bevvies hot or cold for hours, plus it has a supersized mouth for easy fill. We also appreciate the slim build that fits in most cup holders and, of course, the plethora of flavorful colors. $39.95REI Co-op Farlands ScarfThis scarf from REI Co-op may be the closest you can get to actually hugging your giftee this year. The wool blend is cozy and warm without any scratchiness, which adds up to a most snuggly hug in scarf form. And at 6 feet long, there's plenty of squeeze to go around. $49.95Darn Tough Micro Crew Cushion Hiking Socks (Women's & Men's)You know you've hit adulthood when socks actually make the top of your wish list. And with these, you won't have to add them year after year. Darn Tough socks live up to their name with an unconditional lifetime guarantee and a reputation for accompanying thru-hikers from Mexico to Canada. These options use a merino, nylon and elastane blend for Goldilocks-like comfort, moisture management and durability. $25YETI Rambler Tumbler with MagSlider Lid - 20 fl. oz.Some might say you'd be unoriginal for choosing a gift based on its number of five-star ratings. We know of at least 23,000 people who'd disagree. One of the highest-rated products on REI.com, this 20-ounce YETI tumbler features double-wall vacuum insulation that keeps hot drinks hot and cold drinks cold to the last sip. A large mouth lets you dump in ice cubes aplenty on scorching summer days (or fill straight from the source), and its BPA-free stainless steel doesn't retain flavors from last week's rum and Coke. Will your giftee be the next five-star reviewer? $35Patagonia Ultralight Black Hole Mini Hip Pack"I never thought I'd fall in love with a fanny pack, but it happened," writes REI customer Hollybee. Give the gift of love this season. When the Patagonia Black Hole Mini Hip Pack isn't in use, it packs into its own pocket. When it is, the hip pack fits oodles into its lightweight yet durable pouch (one person on our staff uses it like a purse, while another stuffs it with pick-up bags and treats for her dog's morning constitutional). There's no wrong way to use a hip pack—love is love. $35Lodge Mini Cast Iron Skillet - 3.5 in."Just the right size to bake a deep-dish chocolate chip cookie for two after dinner or melt butter for popcorn," writes REI customer Erasmus. (Take a second to wipe up the drool before we move on.) Built brutally tough for a lifetime of unparalleled, even heat retention, this miniature skillet from Lodge is just as great as its more standard-size brethren, but a bit more portable. And cuter. $9.95LuminAID PackLite Max 2-in-1 Power LanternTurn any campsite into an Instagram-worthy set with this lantern from LuminAID. It charges via solar or USB, then spits out up to 150 lumens at five brightness settings. You can also use it to juice up your other gadgets. Even if your loved one isn't a digital influencer or device enthusiast, the PackLite Max is a no-brainer for any first-aid kit, car emergency supply pack or bug-out bag. $49.95Add a twinkle to your pal's backyard or backcountry adventure with this string light from MPOWERD. Ten LED nodes decorate the 18-foot-long cord, which you can charge via USB or the sun. What's even cooler: Your giftee can use that same port to power up their mobile devices while enjoying the dreamy glow. An easy-to-parse LED indicator shows when it's time to plug back in, so your friend is never caught in the dark. $49.95Shop All Gifts Under $50Need more inspiration? Check out our Best Gifts for Outdoorsy Kids, Best Gifts for Runners, Best Gifts for Outdoorsy Dogs (and Their Humans), Best Gifts for Hikers, Best Gifts for Campers, Best Gifts for Skiers and Best Gifts for Snowboarders.