Looking for the best camping gifts in 2025? You’re in the right place. The holidays are the perfect time to surprise the adventurer in your life with gear that fuels their passion for the outdoors. From practical tools to campsite essentials, this ASR Outdoor 2025 Camping Gift Guide features ten thoughtful gifts that make braving the elements easier, safer, and more fun! If camping is part of their lifestyle, these picks belong on your holiday shopping list. Let's go!

1: 30L CANVAS RUCKSACK

A reliable backpack is the foundation of any great adventure, and the 30L Rugged Canvas Backpack continues to be a customer favorite for a reason. Built from tough, hard-wearing canvas with reinforced stitching, this pack is designed to handle everything from day hikes and weekend camping trips, to everyday outdoor use. The padded shoulder straps offer comfort on long treks, while the durable construction ensures it stands up to rough trails, shifting weather, and years of use.

2: INSULATED CAMP MAT

Crafted from lightweight EVA foam and designed with a thermal-reflective Mylar layer. Weighing just 8 ounces and measuring a slim 0.25 inches, it’s an ideal choice for campers and hikers who need to keep their pack light or need an extra ground layer. The pad unrolls to a generous 71 x 20 inches, providing ample sleeping space, and rolls down to a compact 20 x 5.5 inches for easy storage. Finished with two adjustable elastic straps, this foam sleeping mat stays neatly contained, making it simple to transport, and pack.

3: 15L & 20L DRY BAGS

A waterproof dry bag is a non-negotiable for keeping clothing, electronics, food, and valuables protected from the elements. Dry sack is made of durable, Ripstop 70D PU-coated nylon designed to protect your essentials from water; Inside of bag is also coated and entire bag comes in bright green color for high visibility.

4: CAMPING MUGS

A great camping mug is a small luxury that makes every outdoor adventure a little more enjoyable. Whether it’s that first hot coffee by the fire, cocoa at sunset, or a warm cup of soup on a chilly morning, ASR Outdoor camping mugs are built to handle it all. Durable, lightweight, and designed to withstand the bumps and drops of life outside, these mugs are perfect for backpackers, car campers, and weekend wanderers. Choose from stainless steel or enamel options.

5: RELIABLE MULTI-TOOL

This stainless steel multitool is the ultimate stocking stuffer for any camper. Our utility pocket knife has 16 different functions including a blade, sharp wood saw, fish scaler with hook disgorger, scissors, can opener, bottle opener, and a flathead screwdriver, making this the perfect everyday carry tool. The pocket knife also features a quick-change blade mechanism so you can easily utilize and release the knife for quick deployment. The blade will also lock in tightly to help prevent injury during use.

6: JUMBO CARABINERS

Meet the ultimate multitaskers. Larger, stronger, and more versatile than standard clips, these large aluminum carabiners are perfect for securing gear to backpacks, hanging lanterns, organizing ropes, attaching water bottles, or keeping essential tools within easy reach. Choose from a bunch of different colors here. (Note: These jumbo carabiners are not designed for climbing).

7: HAMMER & TENT PEG PULL

A reliable hammer is a campsite essential, but a double-sided hammer that also functions as a tent peg puller? This takes things to an entirely new level of convenience. This versatile tool makes setting up camp faster, easier, and far more efficient. One end securely drives stakes into tough ground, while the built-in peg puller on the opposite side removes them with minimal effort when it’s time to pack up.

8: ASSORTED TENT PEGS

Reliable tent pegs are the unsung heroes of every successful camping trip. Made from durable, impact-resistant materials, these stakes drive easily into soil, sand, or gravel and resist bending under pressure. Their rugged construction ensures stability for everything from weekend camping to multi-day backcountry adventures. Choose from heavy-duty plastic, aircraft grade aluminum (screw style or straight style) or classic heavy-duty galvanized carbon steel. 

9: DRY BOX SURVIVAL KIT 

The importance of emergency preparedness when planning any outdoor excursion, whether it be camping, hiking, backpacking, exploring the backcountry, or even a road trip to and from remote areas, cannot be stressed enough. This 38pc compact survival kit in locking dry box is great to keep in a vehicle or pack for your next outdoor adventure. The kit includes the following supplies: 

x12 tinder sticks; x2 rain ponchos; x2 Mylar emergency blankets; x2 sets of hand warmers; x2 carabiners; x2 zipper pull precision compasses; x1 55pc first aid kit in resealable bag; x1 3 in 1 match stick container (matches not included); x1 3 in 1 flint rod; x1 glow stick; x1 14 in 1 pocket knife (includes carry pouch); x1 flashlight (batteries included); x1 emergency candle; x1 illuminated dry box (batteries included)

10: COLLAPSIBLE CAMPING LANTERNS

A compact lantern keeps campsites illuminated without adding bulk to a backpack. Collapsible lanterns are bright, efficient, easy to pack, and perfect for tents, van life, or late-night cooking. Compact lantern features a great range of lighting that easily adjusted via the dimmer switch on the front of the camping light. Weight: 0.44lbs; Brightness: 450 Lumen; Three (3) AA batteries are included for operation.

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Whether they’re pitching a tent for the first time or planning their next week-long trek, these ASR Outdoor picks make thoughtful, practical gifts that will be used and appreciated for years. The best part? You’re giving them more than gear, you’re giving them moments outdoors that they’ll never forget.