17 Perfect National Park Gifts (That They'll Actually Love!)
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When it’s time to buy a gift for the outdoorsy person in your life, these questions probably pop up: Do they already have that gear? Will they actually use it? Should I just get them a gift card instead? If you have a friend or family member who spends every free weekend chasing trail markers and scenic overlooks in the U.S. National Parks, you’ve come to the right place.
Back in 2018, I spent two full months roadtripping around the country with a rooftop tent, a camera, and zero expectations. This trip changed my life (not to be dramatic!) and made me fall head-over-heels for the National Parks. There is a specific kind of enchantment when you wake up to the sun hitting the peaks of the Tetons or watch the clouds roll through the Yosemite Valley.
This gift guide is for those like me who find magic in our beautiful parks. The list features 17 carefully selected national park gifts that are either useful on the road, or will remind them of their favorite parks. You'll also find something for nearly every budget and style. Let's dive in!
Table of Contents:
Introduction
17 Perfect Gifts for National Park Lovers
Final Thoughts
17 Perfect Gifts for National Park Lovers
1. America the Beautiful Pass
Price: $80
This is arguably the single best gift you can give anyone who loves the outdoors! An annual America the Beautiful Pass grants access to over 2,000 federal recreation sites across the United States, including all 63 National Parks, plus national forests and wildlife refuges. For anyone planning to visit multiple parks in a year, this pass is an absolute must-have and a gift they will use over and over again.
2. Guided Tour (or Gift Card) for an Upcoming Trip
Price: Up to you!
Give the gift of an epic experience with a guided tour or excursion for their next national park trip - in my opinion, this is one of the most thoughtful types of gifts. Know exactly which park they're visiting next? Gift a specific booking, like a kayaking tour on Yellowstone Lake past thermal features or a wildlife safari in Grand Teton National Park with a naturalist guide. Or, if you're not sure where their travels might lead, a no-fail option is to give them a gift card to GetYourGuide, where they can easily book their own adventure.
>> Browse GetYourGuide (gift cards available!)
3. National Park Push Pin Map
Price: $39 - $135
For the park lover who is on a mission to visit them all, this personalized National Park Custom Push Pin Map is a perfect way to both track and display their adventures. It's printed on high-quality cotton canvas, mounted onto foamboard for the push pins, and comes beautifully framed. Plus, you can add any custom title and names! They can use the included push pins (which come in either wood, metallic, or multi-color styles) to mark off each park they visit, turning their travel goals into a lovely and nostalgic piece of wall art.
4. Landscape Painting from Hannah Weisner Art
Price: Varies based on size and framing
There are a lot of art pieces out there that depict the National Parks, but there's something very special about Hannah Weisner's landscape paintings. Her warm, textured artwork captures the iconic landscapes of parks like Grand Teton and Yosemite, turning those beloved views into something out of a dream. She offers both prints of her original works (as shown below on Etsy), as well as the originals themselves. If your friend or family member loves landscape art, or is looking for the perfect piece to add to their home, you should absolutely check out Hannah's work.
>> Grand Teton National Park
>> Yosemite National Park
>> Saguaro National Park
>> Glacier National Park
>> Rocky Mountain National Park
5. Pendleton National Park Wool Blanket
Price: $269 - $369, depending on size
There are few items as iconic as a Pendleton National Park Blanket. Made from pure virgin wool right in the USA, these heirloom-quality blankets are incredibly warm, durable, and feature the signature stripes inspired by different parks (as well as a matching National Parks badge). It's a cozy and timeless gift that's truly perfect for curling up at home, laying out for a picnic, or keeping warm on a camping trip.
6. National Park Camera Strap
Price: ~$36
Know someone who always has their camera in hand? This National Park Camera Strap is a no-brainer! Choose between a green and khaki version or full color version, both depicting illustrations of various beloved parks. It also has the option for a quick-release clip, meaning the camera can be easily detached from the strap without wasting minutes of fiddling with the attachment points. Don't have a photographer to gift to? The matching wristlet keychain is a lovely alternative.
7. National Park Buffs
Price: $25
A Buff is truly the Swiss Army knife of wearable outdoor accessories. This versatile piece of gear can be worn as a headband, neck gaiter, face covering, or even a beanie. These specific versions feature beautiful designs inspired by parks like Grand Teton, Yosemite, and the Grand Canyon. It’s a practical and super useful accessory for any outdoorsy parks traveler.
8. National Park Illustrated Tote
Price: $26
The number of uses for a durable canvas tote bag? The limit does not exist. Seriously - grocery shopping, carrying toiletries to the park campground showers, the list goes on and on. So why not make the classic canvas tote a little more fun? A beautiful National Park illustrated tote bag is a subtle and artistic way for your gift recipient to show off their love for the parks. It’s practical, eco-friendly, and even a great conversation starter.
>> Yosemite Illustrated Tote
>> Grand Teton Illustrated Tote
>> Grand Canyon Illustrated Tote
>> Yellowstone Illustrated Tote
>> Rocky Mountain Illustrated Tote
9. National Park Map Binder
Price: $52
For the hyper-organized (or nostalgic!) park explorer, this National Park Map Binder is an ideal gift. It gives them a beautiful and practical way to store all the park maps and brochures collected during their travels. The binder can hold roughly 32 maps (with the option to add more inserts later) and is a perfect system for keeping those trip mementos safe and organized.
10. National Park Bucket List Nalgene
Price: $28
Help them stay hydrated while checking off their park bucket list with this Nalgene water bottle. It comes with a set of stickers for all 63 national parks, so they can add a new one for each park they visit. I've seen many versions of this concept, but the Nalgene bottle option is by far my favorite - durable enough for hiking and adventuring with that classic Nalgene indestructable reputation, as well as water-resistant stickers.
11. National Parks Brass French Press
Price: $70
Skip the average camp coffee maker and gift the coffee enthusiast in your life a National Parks Brass French Press from Parks Project. It’s both a beautiful and functional piece that brews a delicious, super easy cup of coffee. Designed for both indoor and outdoor use, they can bring it with them on their park travels to brew a cuppa by the campfire, or use it at home while planning their next trip!
12. National Park Games
Price: $15 - $50, varies by game
Bring the fun of the outdoors inside for game night with some National Park Games! From playing cards featuring park artwork, to National Park trivia (my personal favorite), to a custom National Park engraved cribbage board, these picks are perfect for the game-lovers in your group. You can also opt for a unique twist on classics like Monopoly, Yahtzee, or Scrabble.
>> National Park Playing Cards
>> National Park Trivia
>> National Park Cribbage
>> Yahtzee National Parks Travel Edition
>> National Park Scrabble
>> National Park-themed Monopoly
13. National Park Candle
Price: $36
This hand-poured "Take Me to a National Parks" candle blends fresh fir, oak, cinnamon, and berries for a cozy, outdoorsy vibe. You can also opt for some park-specific candles, which feature their own unique scent combinations. Each candle has an 80-hour burn time, and feature a minimalistic packaging design that could fit in amongst literally any home decor style.
>> Take Me to a National Parks Candle
>> Zion Candle
>> Yosemite Candle
>> Joshua Tree Candle
14. National Park Rumpl Blanket
Price: $100
The Rumpl Puffy Blanket is a cult-favorite among outdoor lovers for a reason. It's lightweight, packable, water-resistant, and incredibly warm. The National Park collection has designs inspired by the landscapes of places like Zion and Joshua Tree. It's ideal for staying cozy around the campfire, using as an extra layer in a tent, or even just lounging on the couch. I personally also use mine as a blanket for my dogs while traveling - super multi-purpose!
15. National Park Paint-by-Number Kits
Price: $40
These might be my very favorite on this list of National Park gifts! For the creative explorer, a National Park paint-by-number kit is a fun and super relaxing way to connect with their favorite landscapes. These kits come with everything they need to create a beautiful piece of art, even if they haven't picked up a paintbrush since high school art class (my hand is very raised over here).
>> Arches National Park
>> Capitol Reef National Park
>> Denali National Park
>> Grand Canyon National Park
>> Mount Rainier National Park
>> Rocky Mountain National Park
>> Zion National Park
16. Complete Guidebook to the Parks
Price: $27
Every national park traveler needs a guidebook, and Fodor's Travel Guides: The Complete Guide to the National Parks of the USA is one of the best. It's packed with itinerary samples, beautiful photography, detailed maps, expert advice on what to see and do in every single park, as well as recommendations from proper locals! It’s an invaluable resource for planning future trips, as well as a nice coffee table book for inspiring wanderlust.
17. National Park Cookbook
Price: $26 for the cookbook, or $106 for the bundle
For the foodie who loves to camp, a National Park-themed cookbook is a perfect match. The recipe book features easy and delicious dishes inspired by the parks (as well as gorgeous imagery and interesting history!), essentially bringing you on both a taste and visual journey. The Campfire Cookbook Bundle is a wonderful upgrade option, adding in a set of great knives to help them get started.
Bonus Gift Ideas:
A National Parks bucket list journal to document their travels, featuring guided prompts, curated checklists and much more.
Never a bad idea to gift an Artifact Uprising gift card, so they can order premium-quality printed photos of their adventures!
These Pendleton x National Parks rain boots are both cute and incredibly useful, with various park options.
Final Thoughts
Getting outside and exploring these National Parks is such a privilege. It's hard to believe just how much incredible public land exists in the United States! Giving a gift that encourages that exploration is one of the best things you can do. Use this curated list of National Park gifts to pick out something special, wrap it up, and maybe even start planning a trip to tag along with them!
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