Holiday Gift Guide: “Best Bang-For-Your-Buck” Gifts Under $100

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As the holidays are fast approaching, it’s time to start shopping for gifts for your friends and family. With countless items available, knowing where to start can feel nerve-racking. Especially if you are searching for an outdoor enthusiast. To save you time and headaches, I’ve curated this holiday gift guide of the top 55 gifts for outdoor lovers. As big-ticket items are what most articles focus on, I’ve made sure to include items under $20 for the budget minded as well.

This holiday gift guide is split into four distinct budgets. With the least expensive gift ideas first and the most expensive last. As always I include a navigable table of contents to click to each price range section.

1. Pickleball Paddles

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MTEN Pickleball Paddles


  • USAPA approve pickleball paddle
  • Unique fiberglass and polypropylene honeycomb core technology
  • Paddles weigh 7.78 – 7.8 oz with comfortable ergonomic grip
  • Includes 2 pickleball paddles,4 outdoor pickle ball,1 carry bag,2 grip tapes.


2. Shooting Earmuffs

Howard Leight Electronic Shooting Earmuff


  • Low profile earcups for firearm stock clearance
  • Snap-in ear cushions
  • Amplification shuts off at 82 dB
  • Directionally placed stereo microphones amplify range command


3. Solo Camp Stove

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MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Stove


  • Ultralight (2.6 oz) and compact (2″ x 2″ x 3″) folding canister stove is perfect for minimalist adventures, backpacking and solo camping
  • Boils one liter of water in just 3.5 minutes
  • Fueled by high-performance isobutane-propane fuel canister (not included)
  • Lightweight protective case included


4. Flask And Shot Glass Set

Stanley Polar White Adventure Shot Glass And Flask Set


  • Get the party started around the camp fire with this shot glass and flask set
  • The flask holds 8 ounces of a drink of choice, and four, 2-ounce shot glasses shares the fun with a group
  • Made from stainless steel, the construction is extremely durable and is quick to clean up


5. Gun Bag

Savior Equipment Double Long Rifle Gun Bag


  • Searching for a hunter in your life? Gift them some protection for their prized long rifles with this gun bag
  • Constructed of heavy-duty industrial 600D PVC with Molle grid, paracord zippers, D-ring and backpack straps
  • Double rifle slots with fully padded edges
  • Anti-theft lockable main zippers


6. Travel Fishing Rod & Reel

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Ugly Stik 6’6” GX2 Spinning Fishing Rod and Reel Spinning Combo, Ugly Tech Construction, 6’6” 2-Piece Rod & SpiderWire Stealth® Superline, Moss Green, 20lb | 9kg, 300yd | 274m Braided Fishing Line


  • Searching for a fishing enthusiast who doesn’t have much storage space? Pick this great telescoping fishing rod
  • Why is it so great? It boasts one-piece performance in a two-piece telescopic rod design with reel included
  • Available in 14 lengths and actions
  • No need to worry, this isn’t a novelty fishing rod and reel


7. Internal Frame Backpack

Teton Sports Scout 3400 Internal Frame Backpack


  • Know someone who is just getting interested in light/day backpacking? Gift them this popular internal frame backpack
  • Fits comfortably for youths and adults alike
  • Multi-position torso adjustment fits wide range of body sizes
  • Features include a sleeping bag compartment, compression straps, multiple compartments and pockets for strategic packing


8. Pod Rocking Chair

GCI Pod Rocker Collapsible Rocking Chair


  • Not just a folding camping chair but a rocking chair? Any outdoor lover will adore this gift of comfort
  • Structured sling-style seat for all-day comfort with sturdy powder-coated steel frame that supports up to 250 pounds
  • Includes combination beverage holder and side pocket for a phone; comes with carry bag too
  • Spring Action Rocking Technology – rock on any surface


9. High Arch Insoles

Superfeet All-Purpose Support High Arch Insoles


  • Professional-grade high arch orthotic support for shoes to fit and feel better
  • Trim to fit your size
  • Features wide and deep heel cup to work with your body’s natural cushioning
  • Delivering reliable support and comfort for up to 12 months or 500 miles


10. Fire Starter

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Baylite Ferro Rod Fire Starter


  • A vital staple for any backcountry wanderer, a ferro fire starter that works great everytime
  • 9ft Paracord included, gives you a good grip and never comes off
  • Made of highly effective ferrocerium rod that’s waterproof
  • Pro striker is made from tool grade HSS steel with 6 strike points
  • Sparks shower at 5,500 F (3,000 C) to ignite a fire in any condition (even wet)


11. Fishing Scale

Rapala Touch Screen Tourney Scale


  • Add ease and convenience to weighing and tracking your catch with this digital scale
  • 8 storage locations to enter fish into memory and add to total catch weight
  • Runs up to 400 hours on two AA batteries (not included)
  • Culling system permits easy identification of fish to be released for maximum total weight


12. Cast Iron Skillet

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Lodge Cast Iron Wanderlust Series 8


  • Embrace your inner wanderlust with this functional and collectible Made in USA skillet
  • Cast iron, non stick
  • Size: 8-inches
  • Seasoned with 100% natural vegetable oi
  • Capacity: 2.8 liters


13. Bushcraft Knife

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Morakniv Garberg Full Tang Fixed Blade Knife


  • Perfect knife for bushcrafting, this is the most robust Morakniv model
  • Versatile fixed blade knife is made of hardened Sandvik 12C27 stainless steel
  • Scandi grind edge profile; 90º angle knife blade
  • Blade length: 4.3 inches (109 mm); Blade thickness: 0.13 inches
  • Includes: integrated fire starter, diamond sharpener, and reflective paracord, protective sheath


14. Rechargeable Headlamp

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NEBO Transcend 1500 Rechargeable Headlamp


  • Quick recharging, USB-C headlamp that features a 1,500 lumen
  • Anodized aircraft-grade aluminum body is impact-resistant and IPX7 waterproof
  • 5 light modes
  • Blade length: 4.3 inches (109 mm); Blade thickness: 0.13
  • Includes detachable head strap mount with adjustable tilt, a powerful magnetic base, and a direct-to-low feature


15. Camping Pillow

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Sea to Summit Aeros Premium Pillow


  • Every outdoor lover knows the importance of a good night sleep, this inflatable pillow is the best out there!
  • Large size inflates to a generous 16 x 12 x 5 inches for extra space to roll around
  • Packs into its stuff sack which is the size of a coffee cup! Weighs just 4 ounces
  • Inflate with 6-8 breaths. Easy deflation & adjustment with the mini Multi-Function Valve
  • Super-soft, brushed polyester knit exterior and a silent, contoured TPU air bladder


Wrapping Up The 2024 Holiday Gift Guide

That’s it! By now you will have plenty of gift ideas for 2024. In fact, I am sure the outdoorsy people in your life will be very impressed by how savvy a gift buyer you are.

As always I want to thank you for allowing us at Outdoors Informed to aid you in your research. We love helping out for two reasons, one is to help you be less stressed this holiday season. Second, to help you to spend some time outside with the outdoor lovers in your life.

Last update on 2024-10-21