Our Favorite Gifts for Van Lifers, Adventurers, Nature Lovers, Explorers & More

This year, we rounded up our favorite gifts from brands we love to offer you a comprehensive holiday gift guide for all of the outdoor enthusiasts on your list.

Grayl UltraPress water filter and purifier bottle

Grayl's UltraPress water filter and purifier bottle is a perfect addition to your everyday adventures and travels. Small enough to fit in a carry-on bag or backpack, the UltraPress guarantees safe, good tasting drinking water while limiting the use of wasteful disposable plastic bottles. Unlike common straw filters, the Grayl Ultrapress purification process removes all waterborne pathogens including viruses, and unlike UV purifier devices. Grayl also filters the water so it's absolutely clear and taste-free. It requires no setup time and makes clean, safe drinking water from hotel sinks, sketchy spigots, rivers, and lakes.

Helly Hansen Odin Stretch Hooded Insulator

Warm, windproof, water-resistant—this insulated jacket for men and women pairs incredibly lightweight and highly compressible Primaloft® Gold Active + insulation with a 4-way full stretch fabric for the ultimate freedom of movement, comfort, and protection no matter what adventure you embark on.

National Parks & Federal Recreational Lands Annual Pass: America the Beautiful

We love to feature this gift every year, because it’s essential for every outdoor lover! This pass is your ticket to more than 2,000 federal recreation sites. Each pass covers entrance fees at national parks and national wildlife refuges as well as standard amenity fees (day use fees) at national forests and grasslands, and at lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Reclamation and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Search a list of all federal recreation sites, including national parks, where the passes are issued. In addition to direct sales of Interagency Passes at national parks and other federal recreation sites, many of the America the Beautiful (Interagency) Passes are available for purchase online.

Fore Winds Luxe Camp Stove

A great gift for the adventurous chef, the Japanese-made Luxe Camp Stove is built to last and perfect for van life. With 282 flame ports with a high-power output of 12,000 BTUs/hour, the Luxe Camp Stove provides incredibly precise flame control and allows cooking steaks and gourmet meals as easily as you would at home. The piezoelectric starter allows easy ignition, and a windshield shelter ensures the flame burns strong even in windiest conditions. With an included carrying case, take the Luxe Camp Stove on your next adventure and cook up delicious meals any time of the year.

Peace Vans Camper Van Rental

Camping in a van provides the perfect combination of ease and access. Whether you’re looking for the coolness of a vintage VW camper or the convenience of a modern Mercedes Metris van, our rental fleet has you covered. From the moment you drive away from our shop in Seattle, you'll experience the freedom that only a classic road trip can offer. No tour guides, no restrictions, no boundaries. Just you, the van, and the open road. 

Book your rental for next year before December 31, 2022 and receive $100 off.

1UP USA 2" Super Duty Double Bike Rack

The Super Duty Double Bike Rack by 1UP USA is the fastest-loading, most rugged double-bike rack on the market. 100% made in the USA, the Super Duty Double has the same functionality that earns 1UP USA recognition as the best bike rack manufacturer there is. It offers a 3/8” x 13 x 1” added support bar under each tray, lending security to a system that can be hitch-mounted and bike-loaded in seconds. As with all 1UP USA bike racks, it comes fully assembled and ready to be “hitched," and requires no standard hitch pin for mounting due to its corner expander ball. Available in black and silver, and as a single bike rack as well, this is a simple, surefire bike carrying system that will last the long haul.

Dometic Patrol 35

Enjoy longer-lasting ice on your next camping or fishing trip with this insulated ice and passive coolbox. This Patrol 35 ice chest keeps ice frozen for days. Its tough construction places no limits on adventure.

alltrails pro subscription

Give the gift of adventure! The AllTrails Pro subscription offers BIG benefits. Download maps to stay on track without service. Never miss a turn with off-route notifications. Keep friends and family informed with Lifeline. See air quality, pollen, and weather details on any map. It’s the app for the outdoor enthusiast.

step 22 QUOLL CUBE HD PACKING CUBES

When it's time to get seriously organized for some heavy-duty travel, it's time to get some Quoll Cubes. Ultralight packing cubes are great when you are packing your underwear and counting ounces for your trip to the top of Everest … but when you are hitting the trails for some legit exploring you need gear to last the test of time. While you can certainly store your underooskies in a Quoll Cube, you can also store your favorite set of tools. Try to do that with those other packing cubes and see how quickly they fail.

Rainshadow Coffee Sunchaser Espresso Blend

A complex, full bodied, earthy, biscuity, chocolatey crowd pleaser. This three-origin blend is where coffee flavors collide harmoniously in what we’ve created to be an approachable, every day, everybody’s coffee that is as well-suited as a brewed cup as it is a shot of espresso. Don’t be fooled, there is nothing special or exclusive about espresso blends—no ultra-caffeine content or super special roasting process; they are simply blended and roasted with the espresso shot in mind.

Discount code PEACE to be used at checkout to get 30% discount on Sunchaser bags at any size and quantity. Code is one use per email and runs from 11-21 through 1-15.

Outdoor Research Flurry Sensor Gloves

Keep your hands warm on a long day of cold-weather trekking with the Flurry Gloves. Constructed of Alpin-Wool™ Plus fabric, the wool/nylon exterior sheds snowflakes, while the soft fleece interior provides the ultimate in cozy, warm comfort. A snug, stretchy fit, silicone prints on fingers, and touchscreen compatibility combine for excellent dexterity and function. Comes in men’s and women’s styles.

Nomadix Olympic National Park Day Original Towel

Shoutout to one of our favorite local national parks! Nomadix’s high-quality towel is perfect for camp, travel, beach, yoga, and more. It’s designed to be versatile without sacrificing performance, so you can own less and do more. Lightweight, quick-dry, and super soft, it’s the original go-anywhere, multi-purpose towel. Dubbed: The Only Towel You Need®.

Bronwen Jewelry Mountain LANDSCAPE NECKLACE

Perfect in its simplicity, this lightweight pendant necklace is an ode to mountain lovers everywhere. Water friendly; sporty yet elegant, there really isn't anywhere you won't wear it. Mixed metals make it a great choice for everyone and every outfit.

danner Jag Loft

Inspired by the popular Danner Jag family, the new Jag Loft for men and women is a low-profile, slip-on style featuring light insulation. An ideal camp shoe or for exploring around town, the Jag Loft features a durable suede and textile upper with 200G PrimaLoft® Gold insulation and a waffle outsole with FrostTrekker rubber compound that offers reliable traction in cold weather. In addition, the collapsible heel offers versatile wear for easy on/off and the lightweight, shock-absorbing EVA midsole is made with 20% recycled material. The Jag Loft strikes a perfect balance of comfort and durability—ensuring you and your feet remain happy wherever your adventure takes you.

Smartwool Classic Thermal Merino Base Layer 1/4 Zip

Wear it longer, wash it less—what’s not to like? That’s the magic of high-performance Merino wool. Smartwool’s Merino wool base layers are the key to packing lighter. Great for cold weather, this garment uses 100% responsibly-sourced Merino wool, shoulder panels, and a flatlock seam construction to help minimize chafing—keeping you comfortable and temperature regulated as you ski, hike, run, camp, and more. Comes in men’s and women’s styles.