When you’re a parent, creating Christmas magic for your kids makes the holiday season extra special. But, picking out gifts they’ll actually like and use can be a challenge. And when you’re busy with seasonal events and activities or preparing to host friends and family, it can start to feel like one more thing to check off your never-ending to-do list during an already busy time of the year.
To make your shopping easier this holiday season, we’ve rounded up some outdoorsy kid gift ideas for babies all they way up to teens. So you can spend less time shopping and more time enjoying holiday festivities and getting outside with your family!
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Winter Wear for Kids
Quality clothing makes all the difference, especially in the winter months, helping kids stay warm and comfortable even when it’s wet and/or cold outside. Here’s a few of our favorite winter clothes for kids of all ages.
Iksplor Kids Iksplorer Merino Long Sleeve
This cozy long sleeve is a TMM team favorite. It’s made of soft, breathable, moisture-wicking and temperature-regulating merino wool to help keep kids dry and cozy. It comes in 16 different colors and is available in sizes 2T to 14 years (and they also have bigger sizes for adults too!).
Check out our review of Iksplor Adventure Wear here.
Wildhaven Wools Free Range Hoodie + Jogger Set
Made with 100% Merino wool, this cozy set is as functional as it is cute! It is equally perfect for layering under outdoor gear to keep kids toasty or for lounging around the house.
This set features a grow-with-me design and is intended to fit growing kids for 3+ years. And it’s machine washable for easy cleaning. Available in sizes 0-12 months to 12-14 years.
Jan & Jul Trapper Hat
Keep kids’ heads and ears warm even in the coldest weather. This insulated hat is temperature rated to 5℉ (-15℃). It’s lined with soft faux fur and has a water-repellent and windproof shell. A velcro chin strap helps to keep it in place.
This hat features an adjustable elastic cinch that is perfect for growing little ones. We also love that it’s stain resistant and machine washable for easy care.
Check out our review of Jan & Jul Snow Gear to learn more about their cold weather outerwear for kids.
Town Hall Mountain Town Jacket
Our team of outdoorsy mamas loves Town Hall winter gear! And the Mountain Town Jacket is a favorite. It’s warm, water-proof and has plenty of pockets. It features a powder skirt + elastic wrist gaiters to keep snow and cold out and pit zips to help regulate temperature. And as an added bonus, the grow cuff lets you add 1.5 inches so it fits growing kids longer!
Check out our Town Hall Outdoor Gear review here.
Cozy Layers for Outdoorsy Kids
Layering is essential for helping kids stay warm in cold weather. These Merino wool base and mid-layers are a great choice for keeping kids cozy. Learn more about properly layering kids to keep them warm in the winter months in this post.
Chasing Windmills Long John Set
This Long John set from Chasing Windmills is made with temperature-regulating, breathable, and quick-drying Merino wool. Kids can wear them under their outdoor gear to keep them cozy while playing outside on cold days. And they’re soft enough to wear as PJs too! This set is available in 14 beautifully earthy colors and comes in sizes 3-6 months to 14 years.
Chasing Windmills Crew Neck Sweatshirt
This cozy sweatshirt is made with temperature-regulating Merino wool and lined with a soft brushed fleece. It’s perfect for layering over base layers for extra warmth on extra cold days or wearing on its own. Available in sizes 2/3-14.
Chasing Windmills Joggers
These cozy joggers are made with temperature-regulating Merino wool and lined with a soft brushed fleece. Kids can layer them over base layers before heading out to play in the cold, or wear them on their own. Available in sizes 2/3-14.
Winter Footwear for Kids
Keeping your kids’ feet warm and dry is a key part of ensuring that winter adventures stay comfortable and fun. It sure is hard to have a good time with frozen toes! Here’s a few good options for winter footwear for kids and teens.
Bogs Boga Boots
Bogs Boga boots are waterproof, insulated, and lined with soft-fleece, making them perfect for winter adventures. The pull-cinch closure at the top helps to keep snow and rain out, so toes stay nice and cozy, no matter the weather! These boots are available in both little and big kid sizes, making them a great option for children of all ages.
Teva ReEmber Terrain Slip-Ons
Teva ReEmber Terrain slip-ons are a great pick for outdoorsy teens. Comfy and functional, they feature a quilted upper, water-repellent coating, and sturdy rubber outsoles.
Bogs Bozeman Arctic Grip
A great winter boot for teens, these sturdy boots are designed to keep feet comfortable in temps that range from -58°F to 40°F. They are 100% waterproof and feature outsoles that are designed to have extra grip even in slippery, icy conditions.
Warm Hats & Mittens for Kids
Warm hats and mittens are another important part of keeping kids comfortable while out in the elements. Here’s a few of our favorites.
Stonz Cloud Hat and Stonz Cloud Mitts
Stonz Cloud Hat features soft faux fur lining, full ear coverage, and insulation to keep kids warm and comfortable even in the coldest weather. And the chin strap makes sure it stays put! We also love that it’s machine washable. Available in 3 colors and in sizes 2-7+ years.
Stonz Mitts are a TMM team favorite! They’re waterproof, insulated, and lined with soft polar fleece to keep kids’ hands warm and dry. They also have 2 sets of toggles to help keep them from slipping off and to prevent snow and cold air from getting in! And they feature a separate thumb compartment to make grabbing things easier.
Available in 3 colors and in sizes 2-7+ years.
Biking Gifts for Kids
Biking is a great activity for the whole family to enjoy together! Here is some of our favorite biking gear and accessories for kids.
Woom Off New
A new bike is the ultimate Christmas gift! The 24″ woom OFF 5 is a great choice for kids 7–11 years old or 50-57 in tall. Designed for trails and off-road adventures, its lightweight and features 9-speed gears and hydraulic disc brakes.
Find bike reviews and read more about picking the right bike for your kid on our sister site, Kids Ride Bikes.
POC Cycling Helmet
Stylish and functional, the POC Helmet is a great gift for teens who love cycling. Reinforced zones at the back of the helmet provide extra stability for better protection.
Kids Ride Shotgun Pro EVO
Kids Ride Shotgun seats are a game changer for mountain biking families with small children. The Pro EVO features 2 seats in one. Smaller kids start in the harnessed seat, but as they grow the seat can be transformed into the Pro seat, so it can be used from ages 9 months to 5 years old. Read our full Kids Ride Shotgun Pro EVO review here.
Gear for Outdoorsy Kids
Get kids ready for outdoor adventures with these practical essentials! These picks are useful additions to any outdoorsy kid’s gear collection.
Grayl GeoPress Water Filter and Purifier Bottle
This water filter + bottle combo is so handy, it may end up on your Christmas list too! You can fill it from any freshwater source and it will remove viruses, bacteria, protozoan cysts, pesticides, herbicides, heavy metals, microplastics and other particulates, making it quick and easy to get purified drinking water no matter where you are.
Das Optics Grom Sunglasses
Das Optics Grom Sunglasses feature 5 lenses (Clear, Blue, Yellow, Polarized, and Standard), each with a UV400 protection rating. Their small frame makes them perfect for kids ages 10 – 16. And they work great for adults with smaller heads too!
Gifts for Babies
When most people think of baby gifts, they picture adorable matching outfits or colorful toys. But, for outdoorsy parents, the best gifts for babies make it easier for them to get outside with the littlest member of the family. Here’s a few practical baby gifts that the adventurous new mama in your life will love.
Kinderpack Baby Carrier
If you want to get outside and adventure with baby, babywearing is essential. And while there are plenty of fancy hiking backpacks on the market, Kinderpack is hands down my favorite carrier for hiking and adventuring with both babies and toddlers.
The wide, padded straps waist belt help to distribute your little one’s weight. And the straps are adjustable enough that both my husband and I can wear it comfortably. It also comes in lots of cute prints and colors. I get so many compliments on mine!
Wewildy Confluence Babywearing Jacket
WeWilDy (formerly Mountain Marsupial and Wanderling) is a waterproof, wind proof jacket you can wear over your favorite baby carrier to keep baby warm and cozy in both front and back carries. When baby panel is removed, it can be worn like a regular coat, making this something you can use long past your baby wearing years.
Check out our review of this baby wearing jacket here (Note: we reviewed this jacket a few years ago when the company was called Mountain Marsupial).
Bright Starts Pop ‘N Sit Portable Booster
This portable seat is a game changer for feeding babies and young toddlers on the go. It’s lightweight and packs up easily into its little carrying bag, making it easy to bring along to the campground, their big sibling’s soccer game, the park, etc.
Gifts for Toddlers
Toddlers generally don’t need all that much to entertain themselves, which can make them somewhat tricky to shop for if you want to get them something they’ll actually like and use. Here’s a few of my favorite gifts for outdoorsy toddlers.
Sunday Afternoon Sun Hat
The Sunday Afternoons sun hat is a TMM team favorite. It provides UPF 50+ and has a nice, wide brim, offering great sun protection for delicate facial skin. It’s lightweight and packs up well, making it easy to stuff into a diaper bag or backpack. It’s also easy to wash and dries quickly.
Little Tikes Turtle Sandbox
Toddlers LOVE to get their hands dirty, but it isn’t always safe or practical to let them dig just anywhere. This classic, covered sandbox is the perfect solution, giving them their own place to shovel and scoop away!
Green Toys Dump Truck
Toddlers will love to drive this truck around outside, filling the dumper with rocks, dirt, pine cones, and whatever else they can find in the yard! As an added bonus, it’s made from 100% recycled plastic with no BPA, phthalates, or PVC. And it’s dishwasher safe, making it easy to give a deep clean whenever needed.
Gifts for Young Kids
Young kids are a curious and adventurous bunch! Here are a few gifts that will make their outdoor time even more fun.
Bug Catcher
Help spark little ones’ love of nature with this handy bug catcher! Kids can slide it open to catch insects and then use the built-in magnifying glass to inspect them up close.
SlapLit Rechargeable LED Slap Wrap
Keep kids visible while riding bikes or walking near roadways after dark with this fun slap wrap bracelet that they’ll actually want to wear! It features a reflective pattern, bright LED light, and can be recharged using a micro-USB cable.
Tree Climbing Holds
These tree climbing holds make it easy for kids to practice climbing skills right in the backyard! The set includes 12 textured climbing grips in different shapes and colors, plus straps for easy installation without drilling into the tree.
Gifts for Older Kids
As they get older, kids are ready for bigger adventures and new challenges. Here are a few gifts to encourage them to explore the natural world and help them have even more fun outside.
Handheld Digital Microscope
A fun gift for curious kids, this microscope is perfect for taking outdoors. Kids can get a closer look at their nature finds, and use the built in camera to take photos to document their observations.
REI Co-op Tarn 18 Pack
A quality backpack is the perfect gift for outdoorsy kids, allowing them to carry a few of their own things on family adventures. The REI Co-op Tarn 18 is a great option for children 6-12 years old. It features plenty of handy pockets, durable & water-repellant fabrics, easy-open buckles, and padded straps.
Check out our post Best Hiking Backpacks for Kids for more of our favorite picks!
Aerobie Spark LED Ring
It may get dark earlier in the winter months, but that doesn’t have to stop the fun. This disc has vibrant LEDs around the rim that light up with each throw.
Gifts for Tweens
Shopping for tweens can be tricky, but these gifts are sure to inspire their adventurous side!
Mountaineers Books Campfire Stories Deck
This Campfire Stories Deck is a fun way to spark creativity! With 25 creature cards and 25 outdoor action cards, kids can mix and match prompts to make up their own stories. Extra cards offer storytelling tips and different ways to play, including a collaborative group storytelling game.
Bike Wheel Lights
Make evening bike rides even more exciting with these colorful LED bike wheel lights! And they’re not just fun, they also help make kids more visible when riding after dark.
Camp Snap Camera
Tweens will love taking photos with this rechargeable, reusable, screen-free digital camera. It comes with six built-in swappable filters that can be toggled right on the camera. It recharges with a USB-C cable, and the photos can be easily transferred to iOS, Android, Mac, or PC devices.
Gifts for Teens
As kids enter the teen years and start expressing their individuality, gifts that reflect their personal style are always a good option. Here are a few fun picks for outdoorsy teens.
NoSo Patches
Teens love to customize their outdoor gear with NoSo patches. Made with durable fabrics and strong adhesive, they can be applied to rain shells, down coats, tents, packs, denim, merino, and more! With over 400 different styles to choose from, you’re sure find something that suits your teen’s taste.
Lantern Press Leave No Trace Puzzle
A fun gift for outdoorsy teens who love a good puzzle! This 1,000-piece puzzle features the 7 Principles of Leave No Trace, helping teens learn how to be more conscientious outdoor enthusiasts too.
Junk Headband
Junk headbands are the perfect accessory for active teens. Made with breathable, machine-washable, UPF 50+ material, they’re perfect for keeping hair out of their faces during sports practices and outdoor adventures alike. They come in a huge variety of styles, colors, and prints so you’re sure to find one your teen will love.
The Best Gifts for Outdoorsy Kids
Finding the perfect gifts for your kids doesn’t have to add more stress to an already busy holiday season. We hope this gift guide gave you some inspiration for presents that will spark your kids’ curiosity and sense of adventure. Here’s to making the most of these gifts and enjoying plenty of outdoor adventures as a family!
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