Have a special backpacker in your life? Here's how to choose a backpacking gift they'll actually want and use, instead of one that will languish in their garage.

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Lightweight yet luxurious, this insulated pouch gives your favorite backpacker the gift of an extra-hot meal at camp.

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You can't go wrong with merino socks! Breathable, comfy, and stink-resistant, these are a staple of many a backpacker's wardrobe.

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The Landmark Project creates beautiful outdoorsy apparel, posters, and other great gifts highlighting national parks and beyond. Pick the perfect gift for your favorite hiker.

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Backpackers need rain gear, and rain gear needs to have its waterproof coating refreshed from time to time. Help your favorite backpacker stay dry!

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Reading the weather is a valuable skill for any backpacker. Help them stay safe by gifting this practical book.

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For many more backpacking gift ideas, see the full post at Exploring Wild:

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Have a special backpacker in your life? Here's how to choose a backpacking gift they'll actually want and use, instead of one that will languish in their garage.

Lightweight yet luxurious, this insulated pouch gives your favorite backpacker the gift of an extra-hot meal at camp.

Insulated Food Cozy

Swipe up for more backpacking gift ideas...

You can't go wrong with merino socks! Breathable, comfy, and stink-resistant, these are a staple of many a backpacker's wardrobe.

Merino Wool Socks

Swipe up for more backpacking gift ideas...

The Landmark Project creates beautiful outdoorsy apparel, posters, and other great gifts highlighting national parks and beyond. Pick the perfect gift for your favorite hiker.

Outdoorsy Apparel

Swipe up for more backpacking gift ideas...

Backpackers need rain gear, and rain gear needs to have its waterproof coating refreshed from time to time. Help your favorite backpacker stay dry!

Rain Gear Detergent

Swipe up for more backpacking gift ideas...

Reading the weather is a valuable skill for any backpacker. Help them stay safe by gifting this practical book.

Field Guide to the Weather

Swipe up for more backpacking gift ideas...

For many more backpacking gift ideas, see the full post at Exploring Wild:

33 Gift Ideas for Backpackers

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