35 Best Gifts for Nature Lovers

Life straws are good gifts for nature lovers who love to hike and camp. They take up almost space, so are easy to carry.  They filter out 99.9% of waterborn parasites and bacteria, so they can safely drink stream water that may not be safe otherwise.

Just because they love getting out into nature doesn’t mean they have to skip their juice.  This handy battery-operated blender is perfect for people who love camping, but like some of the creature comforts from home too.

This water bottle has a built-in life straw, so they can filter water and then carry it with them.  Perfect!

If your nature lover enjoys sitting around a fire, then they will love these forks and skewers to roast hotdogs, marshmallows and other yummy goodies.

This may be the size of a credit card, but couldn’t be more useful.  There are 43 (!) different tools, from screw driver to bottle opener, hex wrench, and even a money clip! Plus, it has a hole to be used as a key ring. It makes a great stocking stuffer.

If your nature lover likes to take photos (and let’s face it, most of us do), they will love this hands-free camera harness.  They can carry their camera safely and have their hands free, and the harness is comfortable to wear.

Hammocks make cool gifts for nature lovers who love to relax. This handy camping hammock comes with tree straps and can be double or single.  It comes in 15 different colors.

When I go hiking, I often take photos on my phone, which flattens the battery very quickly.  If your nature lover is the same, then they will love this portable solar charger for Smartphones.  It has four panels that can be strung on the back of their pack so they can charge while they walk, and comes in a handy water-, dust- and shock-proof case.

This headlamp is great for hiking and camping.  It’s super bright and has a long-life (8-hour) rechargeable battery. Compact and lightweight, it makes a great stocking stuffer.

Being out in nature can mean that their stuff gets wet.  Whether it is on a lake, river or the ocean, or just rain, they will appreciate having a dry bag to put their gear to keep it safe.  This one also has a front zippered pocket for easy access and a separate waterproof smartphone case included.

On the theme of keeping their gear dry, these 12 bags provide multiple easy and convenient bags to keep all their gear dry.

This survival kit has 60 items that will come in handy when out in nature.  It includes a flashlight, knife, paracord bracelet and more.  It also comes with an exclusive first aid kit!

They will love you for giving them this.  This three-inch self-inflating FlexFoam sleep mat is super comfortable, and packs up into a tiny bag that it comes with.

A tent is an essential item for being out in nature. The North Face Wawona tent is my pick for the best 4-perosn tent on the market (they also have a 6-perosn model).

This Coleman portable butane stove has a full-sized hot plate burner, so they will feel like they have the comforts and ease of cooking at home.  But, it is compact and packs up easily into its own carry case.

This 15-piece cookware set has everything they need, including a pot, kettle, plastic bowls, cutlery set, frying pan and more.  And it packs up into one small mesh bag, so it’s easy to carry!

Nature lovers who enjoy hiking will love this gift.  The handheld navigator will keep them on track. My top pick for best handheld GPS for hiking is this Garmin model.

Binoculars make great gifts for nature lovers.  The Vortex Optics Diamondback binoculars are my pick for the best binoculars for the money – high quality and not too expensive.

These six ceramic coasters have beautiful leaf designs.  They are also absorbent and come with cork bases.

Chances are your nature lover works indoors.  These awesome stick notes look like leaves – how is that for bringing nature into their office setting?! 

This is a fun and unique gift that truly brings nature inside.  This artificial grass table top runner makes a great décor for a dinner with a difference.

With this removeable wall mural, they will feel like they are living in a forest.  There are two sizes available (and other designs, including a river and the ocean).

These beautiful 18K gold-plated pendant necklaces make perfect birthday presents.  Pick the flower for their birth month.

Give a cool bracelet. It comes with a card about a specific animal that you can then track online as it roams around it’s habitat. You can track a sea turtle, a wild elephant, a polar bear or a real shark. part of the purchase price of each bracelet goes to a wildlife fund.

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For nature Christmas gifts with a difference, this beautiful pendant necklace has a real pressed wild plum blossom inside. It comes with a 24” adjustable chain.

This gorgeous cheese board is a slice of an acacia tree trunk.  A simple, classic design that truly brings nature to a party.

These four slate stone coasters are rustic and stylish at the same time. They have felt bases to protect furniture surfaces.

This slim and stylish wood case actually comes in 4 different colors/ woods.  Compatible with iPhone 14.

This birch wood docking station and night stand organizer makes an awesome gift.  Not only is there a stand for a Smartphpne with capability for docking, there are spaces for a wallet, keys and a second phone.  It is hand crafted from sustainable wood, so your nature lover doesn’t need to worry that there was any harm to the environment.

A truly unique gift, this gorgeous green ring is made of four species of moss and birch tree bark.

These adjustable wooden salt and pepper mills make a great gift for nature lovers who also love to entertain.  The set also includes a salt and pepper box and spoon.

When they can’t get to a campfire, you can help bring the campfire to them. Or at least the ability to make S’mores!

This stylish six-piece set has an electric heater that sits in the middle of a tray with sections for marshmallows, chocolate and Graham Crackers, plus four skewers.  It’s light, compact and portable, so they can take it to any occasion.

If they can’t get out into nature to go mushroom picking, this is the next best thing.  They can grow their own organic shitake mushrooms on a log with this complete grow set.

They will feel like they are surrounded by nature in spring with this organic lavender, lemon, rosemary and sandalwood aromatherapy candle.  The hand-poured candle is made from soy, essential oils and organic hand-pressed flowers.

This makes a very cool gift.  It’s a frame with a built-in grow light, so they can put plants on it and they will grow healthy and lush, perfectly framed for display in their home.

Another indoor gardening option, this gift will let them grow a herb garden in a mason jar.  There are several different ones to choose from, each with three different herbs.  There are various combinations of basil, cilantro, parsley, mint, dill, chives, oregano, thyme, sage, rosemary and lavender available.

James Ian is a national park, camping and hiking expert.

He has dedicated his life to travel, visiting more than 80 countries, all 7 continents and most of the national parks in the United States. With over 35 years experience in the travel industry, James has worked on cruise ships, at resorts and hotels, and as a travel planner who’s helped hundreds of people plan successful trips to US national parks. 

Based on his experience visiting our national parks multiple times, in-depth research and expertise as a travel planner, James has published detailed itineraries for most of the major national parks in the US. These itineraries, as well as in-depth park guides, comprehensive camping and hiking gear reviews and buying guides, and helpful packing lists and gift guides will help you have your own incredible trip to US national parks without stress and hassle.

As a national park expert, James has contributed to many publications, including USA Today, Time Business News, Savoteur, Best Trip, and Wired.

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