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Finding the best gifts for hunters might seem hard at first — after all, it’s tough to choose a rifle, shotgun or bow for a hunter — but it turns out that finding hunting gifts is easier than you think. Here’s why:There is all kinds of hunting gear that hunters need, use up, and want to try out, including stocking stuffers.
Best Gift Ideas for Hunters: Our Guide
We take pride in our gift guides for hunters because we not only recommend specific can’t-go-wrong hunting gifts, we also tell you why our choices are cool gifts for hunters this year.
Meanwhile, what about experienced hunters? Finding gifts for hunters who have everything is easier than you think, too: Sometimes a hunter already has a piece of gear . . . but they could actually use an upgrade.
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Here is just one example: I know a buddy who has an old backpack that he modified to use forhauling out elk quarters when he’s far off the beaten path. Problem is, it’s falling apart. Boom, there’s your opening for a great hunting gift — a versatile load-hauling backpack like the Mystery Ranch Sawtooth 45.
Tips for Choosing Hunting Gifts
There are other clues you can look for to find gifts for hunters. Has your hunter complained aboutbinoculars? Have they fogged up, leading to missed opportunity? If you have a duck hunter, new waterproof hunting boots might be just right. If you have a hunter who processes wild game meat at home, say, making jerky, a new smoker could make the perfect gift.
Has your hunter missed a shot recently? If so, consider a rangefinder. Rangefinders are critical for bow hunters, of course, but they are especially great for new hunters to help them judge distances and make more accurate shots. One of our favorite rangefinders is the lightweight and fast Leupold RX-1400i TBR/W Gen 2, which you can find down below in our best hunting gifts list.
What if your hunter is a woman? Most of the hunting gifts here still apply, of course, but not all the clothing comes in versions for women — but that’s starting to change across the outdoor industry. If you’re looking for hunting gifts for women, check outcamo hunting clothing for women at Cabela’s — multiple manufacturers are now making some high-quality gear cut specifically for women hunters, including Sitka Gear.
For more detail, let’s dive into our hunting gift recommendations.
65+ Best Hunting Gifts for 2024 and Beyond
To create our ultimate guide to hunting gifts each year, we combine the best gifts from our previous season hunting gift guides with our favorite hunting gear we tested this year. In addition, we took a look at reader interest among past guides, which we used to help us build this updated guide to tease out hot gifts for hunters heading into the holiday shopping season. Oh, one last note: We purposely avoided covering specific rifles, shotguns, bows and very expensive hunting gifts because these items are difficult to purchase for others. Instead, we focus on can’t-go-wrong gifts for hunters in more affordable price ranges. And, we must say, this is our best hunting gifts guide yet!
1. PEAX Backcountry Duo Headlamp
The greatness of the new PEAX Backcountry Duo Headlamp starts with its powerful, forest-piercing 1,000-lumen white beam. Better yet, the red mode light — which maintains a hunter’s night vision and doesn’t spook animals — is the most powerful red light mode we’ve ever tested in hunting-focused headlamps. But wait, there’s more: The Backcountry Duo uses a high-capacity 3600 mAh rechargeable battery for long runtimes. Plus, the rugged aluminum case is waterproof. All off of these hunt-ready features propelled the Backcountry Duo to the #1 spot in our guide to the best hunting headlamps this year — and our #1 pick for the best hunting gifts for this year’s holiday season.
PEAX Backcountry Duo
Benefits
Powerful 1,000-lumen white mode
Astounding '200-lumen' red mode
3,600 mAh rechargeable battery
Drawbacks
A bit heavy if you don't need the high-lumen output
4.8
Alternative Option: The Black Diamond Storm 500-R is our number two best hunting headlamp because it delivers outstanding beam quality with long battery life in a lightweight, waterproof housing. Plus, it has red, blue, and green light mode options for improved night vision.
2. Talarik Sling Hook
It’s a game changer for rifle hunters
One of the most annoying issues for hunters is dealing with gun slings and backpack straps — the gun sling has to fight for space on your shoulder and sometimes slides off. The Talarik Sling Hook attaches to your backpack shoulder strap and provides a ledge that keeps your gun sling in place. Most hunters don’t have this type of hunting accessory yet, so as long as your big game hunter wears a backpack, it’s a can’t-go-wrong hunting gift!
3. Cabela’s Universal Magnetic Rangefinder Strap
The Cabela’s Universal Magnetic Rangefinder Strap works with your hunter’s rangefinder to make it super easy to grab, use, and stow. A magnetic strap wraps around the rangefinder but doesn’t affect button access or function. The magnet then lets you attach the rangefinder to the included magnetic clip, which you can attach to your belt, backpack, bino pack, or even the wall of a ground blind. Very handy!
4. YETI LoadOut GoBox Gear Case
Drool-worthy for every hunter we know
The YETI LoadOut GoBox Gear Case series comes in three size options — 15, 30 and 60 — and it’s a beast of a box in all three sizes. Hunters have all sorts of gear they need to store, pack and protect and the YETI LoadOut GoBox series is the most sought after waterproof, dustproof, and rugged hunting gear sorting box. Inside, each GoBox has a handy organization tray while the GoBox 30 and 60 include lid pockets and removable dividers. Better yet, you can mix and match and stack GoBoxes on top of each other. Any drawbacks? The only drawback to the YETI LoadOut GoBox Gear Case is the price point: They’re not cheap — but that’s also a reason why they make great gifts for hunters who might hesitate to splurge on themselves. The bottom line? We don’t know any hunters who wouldn’t want a YETI LoadOut Gear Case in any size option. They’re that good.
5. KUIU StrongFleece 235 Zip-T Hoody
KUIU’s sharp designs look great on many body types
The new KUIU StrongFleece lineup gives you a hard-faced, high-loft fleece in camo and solid color options that works well as a warm-yet-breathable hunting midlayer. Better yet, the KUIU design has a flattering cut that that looks fantastic in town. If you’ve got a hunter who appreciates great gear — or even a hunter you’d like to see expand beyond baggy cotton hoodies — the new KUIU StrongFleece series should be on your shortlist.
6. Primos Bloodhunter HD Blood Trailing Light
Best gift for hunters who have everything
For hunters who hunt in the late afternoon and early evening, a blood trailing light is critical for helping them locate downed animals in the dark, especially in rough country with thick cover. The Primos Bloodhunter HD Blood Trailing Light uses 600 lumen CREE XM LEDs with an optical filter that reduces select colors to help amplify the visibility of blood. This specialized flashlight is one of our top gifts for hunters again this year because most hunters want any edge they can get when tracking in the dark.
Editor’s Note: The Bloodhunter HD has sold out every year we have included it in this guide, so if it’s right for your hunter, don’thesitate.
7. ‘Offensively Large Lip Balm’ & Anything Duke Cannon
If your hunter has a bit of attitude, this is the stocking stuffer for him
Hunters sometime spend too much time in the sun, wind, and cold . . . and chapped lips can be a real problem. The Offensively Large Duke Cannon Lip Balm is an extra-large, in-your-face bragging rights tube of sunscreen lip balm. If your hunter has a bit of attitude, it’s a perfect stocking stuffer gift. Add in some holiday favorite bricks of soap, like Rudolph’s Night Cap or Frothy the Beer Man, and you’ve got yourself a fun package for a outdoor-lovin’ hunter. Likes whiskey? Try the Buffalo Trace Bourbon brick. If he’s a bit grouchy, go with the Big Ass Lump of Coal Tactical Scrubber Bundle Pack.
8. Kenetrek Hunting Gaiters
Best hunting gift for wet and snowy conditions!
Hunting gaiters have surged in popularity, but lots of hunters still don’t have them or realize their awesomeness. A hunting gaiter is a waterproof wrap of fabric that you wear over the top of your boots and lower pant legs. In snow, gaiters keep snow and moisture away from the tops of your boots. They work very well in rain and wet conditions, too. On one full day of rainy elk hunting this year, gear tester Chris Maxcer wore the Kenetrek Hunting Gaiters over rain pants and came away amazed at how dry his feet were at the end of the day. Better yet, hunting gaiters are must-have gear for wet mornings when you’re walking through dewey grass and brush. Without gaiters, the moisture wets the bottoms of your hunting pants, which in turn wets the tops of your socks, which in turn wicks moisture down into your boot, wetting your feet. Gaiters eliminate that problem. Once a hunter starts to wear gaiters, they’ll wear them all time! Choose the quiet camo versions of Kenetrek Hunting Gaiters for archery hunters who need to get close to game. The solid color options are stiffer and better for extreme backcountry terrain.
9. Peak Refuel Dried Meals
Best stocking stuffer for backcountry hunters!
The hottest new brand of freeze-dried meals for backcountry hunters is Peak Refuel. Hunters burn a lot of calories and need a lot of protein, and Peak Refuel meals deliver. One of our elk hunting gear testers proclaimed Peak as the best freeze-dried meals he’s ever had, hands down. It’s one thing to appreciate a hot meal far off the beaten path, but he’ll even grab a Peak Refuel meal for lunch off the tailgate of his pickup. They’re that good. Chicken Teriyaki Rice is hard to beat, but you can safely choose most any option!
10. Outdoor Edge Butcher-Lite 8-Piece Processing Kit
Great for hunting camp readiness!
The Outdoor EdgeButcher-Lite 8-Piece Kit is just a ridiculously good buy. It has all the tools a hunter might need to process big game out in the field so it can be hauled to civilization in a backpack — and the quality is surprisingly good. It comes with a light and easy-to-use sharpener, which is critical when you’re out in the field. One of gear testers always keeps it in his vehicle so he’s ready for any hunting situation, as well as those times when you need to help another hunter retrieve and process big game.
11. Moultrie Mobile Edge Cellular Trail Camera
Lets you check in on the action from afar!
This affordable wireless trail camera is super simple to use and gives a hunter access to photos and videos via an app, letting them see what’s happening in the woods without needing to scare animals away to check the camera in person. Cellular trail cameras do, however, usually come with some drawbacks. The only way to use the Moultrie Mobile Edge is with a subscription service for the app and cellular connectivity. (You can check out the plan features and costs at Moultrie here.)
Alternative Option: For a non-cellular camera that requires no service plans, try the 20MP Bushnell Trophy Trail Camera.
12. KUIU Cordura 2800 Tote Bag
Rugged with a competitive price-to-value ratio
The great thing about the KUIU Cordura 2800 Tote Bag is the outstanding overall quality and camo patterns to choose from. Hunters have a lot of miscellaneous gear to manage, and a rugged tote makes a great gift for hunters because they’re unlikely to splurge on such a simple bag — no matter how useful it really is. These KUIU totes are stout enough to handle several boxes of 12 gauge ammo or just cold-weather hunting gloves and hats. As for us, we always need a decent bag to help us get sandwiches and snacks and a thermos of hot coffee out to the pickup in the wee hours of the morning. We bet your hunter does, too.
Upgrade Alert: The best ultra-rugged tote is the YETI Camino 35 Carryall Tote Bag. It has outstanding internal organization and two handy interior zip pockets.
13. Black Rack Rattling Antlers
Must-have deer calling system!
For most hunters in most places of the world, hunting for deer is hard, and getting a mature buck to show himself in daylight is tough. One of the best ways to get a buck to show himself is to get close and rattle hard to sound as if two rival bucks are fighting it out in his territory. When it works, it’s an amazing experience. The Black Rack Rattling Antlers are lightweight, easy to use, and sound great — and our gear testers at Man Makes Fire have rattled in several nice bucks with them over the years.
14. Engel Drybox Cooler
The Engel Drybox Cooler is both a lightweight cooler as well as a dry box for stowing and protecting gear from wet environments. As you might guess, they’re waterproof and dust proof. Engel Drybox Coolers are super popular with fishing enthusiasts, but they’re also great for hunters. You can leave it in the back of a pickup truck in the rain or strap it down in the back of a UTV. For gear reviewer Chris Maxcer, the form factor and one-handed opening/closing makes the Engel Drybox Cooler an excellent hunting cooler. The 19-quart size option is versatile and hard to beat, but the other sizes are great, too.
15. Hardside Hydration Swig Rig Ultralight
The new Hardside Hydration Swig Rig Ultralight is a cool kit that lets your hunter turn popular lightweight water bottles into a hydration systems that work like hydration bladders. We like the functionality of hydration bladders — like the Camelbak Mil-Spec Antidote Reservoir — but bladders can sometimes leak inside your hunting pack. The Hardside Hydration Swig Rig Ultralight removes much of the risk, plus gives you more versatility, letting you carry multiple water bottles or drinks to use. We took the Swig Rig Ultralight archery elk hunting in Idaho this year, using two astoundingly durable 33.8 oz Smart Water bottles, which you can find at most grocery stores, and this new system never failed.
16. Walker’s Game Ear Razor Slim Electronic Muff
Ear protection is no joke for hunters. Walkers’s Game Ear Razor Slim Electronic Muffs protect your hearing by canceling out gun shots to safe decibel levels. Better yet, they amplify and allow you to hear non-harmful sounds. This means you can talk to another hunter before you shoot. If you’re hunting with new or young hunters, electronic earmuffs can help you communicate — even with a whisper — to ensure the new hunter takes a good shot. We’re big fans of these inexpensive and effective muffs.
Upgrade Option: Walker’s Digital HD Power Elite Game Ear can help improve hearing as well as protect your ears from muzzle blast.
17. Cabela’s Upland Hunter Cool Mesh Vest
Great for pheasant hunters!
Bird hunters need a good shooting vest, which gives you easy access to shotgun shells as well as a rear pocket for carrying birds. We like the breathable mesh and generous hunter orange in the affordable Cabela’s Upland Cool Mesh Vest.
Upgrade Option: The Orvis Upland Hunting Vest blends breathable mesh in a classic cut and a modern gray.
18. MOJO Outdoors Tail Chaser MAX Turkey Decoy
Best gift for turkey hunters!
Turkeys have outstanding eyesight, but it’s possible to fool them if what they see is something they expect — like another turkey. The MOJO Outdoors Tail Chaser MAX Turkey Decoy makes it much easier for a turkey hunter to stay unseen or even move in for a better shot. One key benefit of this design is the ability to clamp it to a turkey hunter’s barrel to maintain cover, even when aiming at a monster tom!
19. Goal Zero Skylight
If your hunter heads out to hunting camp for overnight or week-long hunting trips, a great camping lantern is a necessity. A massive upgrade is the Goal Zero Skylight, which comes with its own ultra-rugged stand that will extend super bright 6000-lumen LED lights up to 12′ in height.
Budget Options: While the new Goal Zero Skylight is indubitably awesome, you have to pay for that quality and awesomeness. Our favorite budget recommendation is to get a Snow Peak Pile Driver, which is a rugged stainless steel lantern pole. You can top it with any good rechargeable LED camping lantern, but we’re big fans of the LuminAid PackLite Titan 2-in-1 Solar Lantern — which is a great gift in its own right!
20. myCharge Waterproof Power Bank
Many hunters are taking their smartphones hunting to use mapping and GPS apps on their phone during the hunt. A good rugged, waterproof battery pack like the myCharge Waterproof Power Bank will ensure they can recharge their phones or critical electronics in an emergency.
21. Gerber Vital Take-a-Part Shears
Best gift for small game hunters!
The Gerber Vital Take-a-Part Shears are very handy for small-game hunters to make cleaning birds and rabbits easier than ever. Plus, a good powerful set of shears are just handy to have around camp — or even the BBQ back home.
22. Sitka Core Merino Collection
Sitka Gear makes some of the very best hunting apparel and gear, and this year’s winner is the new Sitka Core Merino Collection. Man Makes Fire tested the new lightweight 120-gram Core Merino 120 LS Crew top during archery elk season in Idaho and came away impressed. It was warm as a base layer yet cool enough to wear as a top layer on hot days chasing elk. After multiple days without washing, the merino did its job, too — no stink like you get with so many synthetic base layers. And durability? Very good! You can read our full Core Merino 120 review here . . . or pick the right layers for your hunter directly from Sitka: Choose ‘120’ weight options for warmer weather, ‘220’ weight versions for fall and cooler weather, and ‘330’ weight versions for cold weather hunting. Oh, and one more recommendation: It’s almost impossible to go wrong with any Sitka hunt clothing gifts. Sitka quality is always excellent.
23. ALPS OutdoorZ Grand Slam Turkey Vest
If your turkey hunter needs a vest upgrade, it’s hard to beat the popular ALPS OutdoorZ Grand Slam Turkey Vest. Originally created in partnership with the non-profit National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF), the Grand Slam Turkey Vest features a “sit anywhere” kickstand backrest frame, along with a cushy foldaway seat. The kickstand backrest will let your hunter set up just about anywhere and remain still and comfortable for however long it takes to coax a tom in close. It’s fully adjustable, well-padded, has plenty of pockets for turkey hunting calls, shot shells, water, and snacks. Best yet, if your turkey hunter expects a run-and-gun day in the field, the kickstand is easily removable to drop weight and go light!
24. Therm-a-Rest Z Seat
The Therm-a-Rest Z Seat is our favorite ultrapackable seat cushion for hunting. Why do you need a lightweight seat? The cushion is nice, of course, but so often out in the woods any place to sit is wet or rocky. The Therm-a-Rest Z Seat keeps your backside dry and makes sitting on rocks a heckuva lot more comfortable. It packs down small and weighs just 2 oz! We strap ours to the outside of our hunting packs to keep them handy, but they’re small enough to tuck inside, too — and they’re small enough to make them a great stocking stuffer gift for hunters.
25. Wildgame Innovations Trophy Tape
This gift lets your hunter score their own antlers!
Most hunters don’t “score” their bucks because they don’t know how, rarely shoot a big buck, and/or don’t worry about scoring because hunting isn’t about the score. But scoring is a bit of information, and it’s a reference that describes how big a buck’s rack really is. Trophy Tape is a one-time use scoring system that lets even newbies accurately score their bucks. It’s great for hunting camp — or at home after the celebration.
26. The Rackulator
While the Trophy Tape above is a one-time use option, The Rackulator is an electronic wheel that can score more bucks and elk antlers than your hunter can shoot. It’s fast, handy, and surprisingly accurate.
27. Cabela’s GORE-TEX Infinium Windstopper Handmuff
A great gift for tree-stand hunters!
The Cabela’s GORE-TEX Infinium Windstopper Handmuff is great for cold-weather hunters. If your hunter is sitting a cold tree stand, a good handcuff can keep hands warm and ready for the moment a whitetail deer moves in. If you add a handwarmer, the inside can get downright toasty!
Entry-Level Option: The Redhead Insulated Fleece Handmuff has a particularly good price-to-value ratio and is a great gift for young hunters.
28. Bushnell Equinox X650 Digital Night Vision Monocular
Night vision may be the most unnecessary hunting gift — but it’s also one of the coolestgifts for hunters, if only to get a look at whatever critter is making noise on the trail in the dark on their hike in before dawn . . . or messing around their hunting camp at night! The Bushnell Equinox X650 Digital Night Vision Monocularnot only provides night vision out to 650 yards, it also records 1080p HD video and has a great price-to-value ratio for affordable night vision devices.
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29. Scent Crusher Ozone Gear Bag
The bane of most hunters is scent. Deer, elk, and pretty much every other animal has a far better sniffer than humans, and they use their nose all day, every day. The Scent Crusher Ozone Gear Bag destroys odor-causing bacteria and actively removes scent-causing particles. Here is how it works: You place your hunting clothes inside the bag, set the timer and let the ozone producing module pump ozone into the bag. When it’s done, you pull the gear out, scent free. Pretty amazing, really. But it gets even better. A lot of times hunting clothing is only a little dusty or dirty . . . and doesn’t need to be fully washed in the washing machine for the next day’s hunt — but there is likely some human sweat and stink on the inside of those clothes, which a scent killer spray won’t reach. Instead of washing the hunting clothes, your hunter can dump them into the bag for a few minutes and they’ll come out fresh and ready for the next hunt. Amazing. Works great at hunting camp for those week-long hunts — your hunter can plug it into a standard vehicle 12v power port. One more great option here: The Scent Crusher The Trunk. It’s great for long-term storage as well as throwing in the back of a dirty pickup.
30. Scent Crusher Ozone Go Max
If the Scent Crusher Ozone Gear Bag is out of your price range, you can help eliminate the odors of that early morning bacon, egg and cheese biscuit smell that’s taking over the inside of the pickup and lingering on hunting clothes. The Scent Crusher Ozone Go Max plugs into your vehicle’s 12v outlet and kills odor on the way to your hunting location. If it works to eliminate scent that humans can smell, it most certainly cuts down on scent animals can smell. Oh, there’s one added side benefit: It can help freshen the inside of smelly vehicles on the way back from hunting camp. Or a fishing trip. Or the ski hill. Alternately, we like theScent Crusher Ozone Basecamp Portable Generator, which you can use in a vehicle or place inside a tote or bag to kill bacteria and eliminate scent..
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31. Grundéns Deviation 6″ Ankle Boot
Like the popular fishing-focused Deck-Boss Ankle Boots found in our guide to the best gifts for outdoor lovers, the more rugged soles of the bestselling Grundéns Deviation 6″ Ankle Boot make this rubber boot ready for hunting camp and rougher terrain.
Cozy Upgrade: The brand new Grundéns Deviation Sherpa Ankle Boot is lined with high-pile fleece for slipper-like comfort!
32. Camo Hunting Apparel
Hunters like camo. Pure and simple. Depending on what kind of hunting you’re doing, it might be an outright necessity. Shirts are always welcome and jackets are pretty safe hunting gifts. Some hunters will wear camo everywhere while others will only wear camo in the field. Still,all hunters appreciate high-quality hunting clothes — even if they don’t spend money on themselves, which makes camo gear one of the best huntinggifts. Under Armour, it turns out, has some of the coolest camo patterns we’ve seen in years — try the UA Iso-Chill Brush Line Long-Sleeve T-shirt for an affordable camo layer that will also work as a sun shirt for fishing and water play come summer.
Bass Pro Shops offers one of the largest camo inventories,including a large SHE Outdoor section for women hunters. Of course, you can’t go wrong with high-end Sitkagear or KUIU.
33. Outdoor Edge ChowPal
Hunters frequently find themselves eating off the beaten path, and this doesn’t even include hunters who backpack into remote locations. We don’t know how many times we’ve found that someone in our hunting party didn’t have a spoon or fork — and sometimes no one planned ahead with plastic silverware, to great embarrassment, at hunting camp. Enter the Outdoor Edge ChowPal. Think of the ChowPal as a multi-tool for food, which it kind of is. You get a spoon, fork and knife, along with a built-in bottle opener and can opener. So that’s right, no need to repeatedly pound a screwdriver into the top of a can of chili — you can use the ChowPal’s can opener. And then use the spoon to eat it. At just 2.4 ounces, it’s light enough to throw in a hunting pack. Of course, the ChowPal makes a great stocking stuffer for hunters, too.
34. Carhartt Men’s Arctic Wool Heavy Boot Socks
Hey, we know this isn’t the most creative hunting gift idea, but heck, the Carhartt Arctic Wool Heavy Boots Socks are damn fine hard-working socks — and gift givers seem to know how important a good pair of socks is to a hunter. There are other brands of wool socks that are also great — as long as you get at least 60% merino wool — but most every hunter we know appreciates Carhartt fit and durability for their boots. If you’re looking for a lighter boot sock for hunttlaring or hiking, the Darn Tough Merino Wool Hiker Boot Sock will last nearly forever. Basically, go with Carhartt for thick and warm and Darn Tough (read our Darn Tough review here) for the best all-around wool socks.
35. Work Sharp Knife & Tool Sharpener MK.2
The Work Sharp Knife & Tool Sharpener MK.2 is the awesomest, easiest, fastest, most amazing knife sharpener we’ve ever seen for the price and value. It works great on most any hunting knife, any kitchen knife and many tools. The Work Sharp system uses premium abrasive belts and guides that let you get the correct angles every time. It will even sharpen household tools like lawn mower blades, scissors and garden shears. Better yet, with the Work Sharp your hunter can sharpen all the knives in your kitchen — and that’s a win for everyone!
36. Primos Revolver Deer Call
Sometimes a deer grunt is the only thing that will turn a big buck your way — or stop him in his tracks to give you time to take a shot. Better yet, a grunt call is a good learning tool because it can help you understand buck vocalizations. We recommend the Primos Revolver Deer Call because all you have to do is turn the dial to change the tone. It’s fast and it sounds great.
37. Primos ‘The Can’ Doe Deer Call
This deceptively simple can call produces estrus doe bleats that attracts bucks. It’s super easy to use — you just turn it over — and super effective, too. It makes a great stocking stuffer for young hunters — but even experienced hunters will appreciate its perfect calls and simplicity in action.
38. Cabela’s GORE-TEX Infinium Windstopper Glomitts
The Cabela’s GORE-TEX Infinium Windstopper Glomitts are part glove, part mitten. Sometimes hunters need full-coverage warmth for their hands but they also need dexterity. The mitten portion flips up to let a hunter access a phone, take a shot, or adjust hunting gear.
Lighter Option: We also recommend the ScentLok Fleece Pop Top Hunting Gloves.
39. Midland GXT1050VP4 36-Mile Two-Way Radio Pack
Also known as “walkie talkies,” two-way radios let hunters communicate with each other over miles while out in the woods far away from cell phone towers. Not only can they make hunting together more effective, they are also great for safety, letting hunters know where each other are — or even call for help if a hunter gets lost or injured. This best-selling Midland set is priced right, boasts great coverage, automatically locks onto the local NOAA weather channel, has a vibration alert, lets you use privacy codes, has a “whisper” mode, comes with headsets, rechargeable battery packs, a car charger, plus they can run on AA batteries if you’re far off the grid. Plus, they come in Mossy Oak Camo!
40.Vortex Diamondback HD 10×42 Binocular
If your hunter has a lousy pair of binoculars or none at all, binoculars can make a fantastic hunting gift. You have many choices. One of the best all-around options is a binocular that’s 10×42. This “size” of binocular has a great balance of magnification (10x) with the size of the objective lens (42mm) which leads to an “exit pupil” measurement that provides a lot of light. Higher quality binoculars produce clearer, brighter images — which usually equates to cost. We particularly like Vortex andMaven because these companies offer no-fault warranties, even on their entry-level binoculars. What do we mean? If you accidentally break your optics, they will replace them. Hard to beat that. Here are a few more can’t-go-wrong options, including the sweet Razor UHD if your budget goes that high:
- Bushnell H20 10×42 — best option when you’re on a tight budget
- Maven C.1 Binoculars — outstanding value with a forever warranty (C.1 vs B1.2 review here)
- Maven B1.2 Binoculars — impressive quality — and customizable from Maven
- Vortex Razor UHD — Vortex’s best bino
- Swarovski SLC Binoculars— Swarovski is widely considered to produce the best binoculars in the world
41. Cabela’s Hybrid Binocular Harness
Once a hunter uses binocular chest straps, they’ll always use a chest-strap system because they work so well. There are lots of binocular strap options, but most hunters can appreciate this straightforward Cabela’s version. It makes a great stocking stuffer for hunters, too. If it’s out of your price range for a stocking stuffer, try the simple-but-effective Allen Company version here. If your hunter hunts in wet or snowy weather or tackles truly brushy and wild terrain, they’ll need to tuck their binoculars into their jackets . . . or for an upgrade, scroll down to look at the bino packs with shoulder harnesses below.
42. Badlands Bino XR Binocular and Rangefinder Case
The new Badlands Bino XR binocular and rangefinder case is one of the more expensive binocular case and shoulder harness systems available today — but if your hunter uses a rangefinder often, it’s a drool-worthy bino case. Here’s why: First, the rangefinder case in the bottom makes it easy to protect your rangefinder from the elements and also retrieve it for fast usage. Second, the magnetic bino case can be opened and closed with one hand, silently. Third, two external side pockets are great for a wind checker or your reeds for calling elk. It also has a built-in rain cover, another handy back pocket, and a super comfortable shoulder harness.
43. ALPS OutdoorZ Extreme Bino Harness X
Outstanding value!
If the Badlands Bino XR price point is out of your budget, we’re been impressed with the affordable ALPS OutdoorZ Extreme Bino Harness X. The harness is comfortable enough to get the job done all day and it’s totally adjustable. It also does a good job of holding the case close to your chest. There is a small side pocket that fits most wind checkers while the other side of the case has four lashing points for attaching other gear or a small case. A microfiber lens is included in the front zip pocket, too. A small bungee cord keeps the top flap down and lets the case open silently. The ALPS OutdoorZ Extreme Bino Harness offers the best price-to-value ratio we’ve seen for this type of bino case — and it’s durable.
Elk Alert: If you’re an elk fan, choose the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation version.
44. KUIU Divide 1200 Day Pack
There are many great camo hunting day packs available these days, but there are very few high-quality hunter blaze orange hunting packs. We appreciate blaze orange hunting gear, particularly in high-traffic rifle-hunting areas — and always when hunting with young hunters. In fact, some states require young hunters to wear hunter orange clothing even when they don’t have the same requirements for adults. Enter the KUIU Divide 1200. This pack was designed and built-tough for adults but it’s small and light enough for young hunters. While the “divide” feature is aimed at hauling tripods for glassing sessions, you can also use it hauling shooting sticks. Of course, KUIU offers multiple color and camo options — as well as several larger daypacks, including the new Venture Divide 3000, which includes a pocketed (and removable) hip belt.
45. VersaDri Deluxe Boot Drier
The VersaDri Deluxe Boot Drier is the best on-the-go vehicle-based boot and glove drier. It plugs into your vehicle’s 12v auxiliary power sockets and blows warm air inside your wet gear to dry it quickly. It’s powerful and fast enough to get a hunter back in the action quickly. It even has a base that fits into most cup holders!
46. Orange Aglow Safety Panels
A lot of hunting clothing is camo, but sometimes you want to make sure other hunters don’t make mistakes — especially when you’re hauling out antlers near dark. Enter the Orange Aglow Safety Panels. You can attach these panels to your backpack — or even stretch them between antlers. The high-visibility orange alerts other hunters like no other color. We always keep one in our hunting packs just in case!
47. Orvis PRO LT Hunting Vest
Great upland hunting vest gift!
When you plan to cover some distance during your upland bird hunts and you plan to carry plenty of shotgun shells — and hopefully birds — it’s time to check out the Orvis PRO LT Hunting Vest. It has two water bottle pockets, which means you can pack enough water for you and your dog. Beyond its striking good looks, this new Orvis vest boasts a comfort-oriented strap system and slips in 187 square inches of blaze orange for visibility. Oh, one more thing: This type of strap-based vest is our go-to choice for hot early-season hunts. And when the temperature dips in the fall? You can easily layer underneath it.
48. Cabela’s Camo Power Bank with LED Lantern
The Cabela’s Camo Power Bank with LED Lantern is both a lightweight rechargeable battery and a lantern. The battery is a very competitive 10,050 mAh and the lantern is rated at a surprisingly bright 400 lumens. It’s a great value at full price and a no-brainer when it’s on sale. Very handy for hunters!
49. Traeger Pro 575 Pellet Grill
Scouting, hunting, and hauling wild game home is just the beginning. Nextit’s time to process Mother Nature’s healthiest meats . . . and a pellet grill is one of the easiest ways to make jerky and summer sausage. Better yet, you can smoke salmon, roast asparagus, and cook up some amazing elk burgers on a pellet grill. We have yet to meet anyone who hasn’t loved their Traeger pellet grill. Oh, one more thing: Traeger delivers! Still not convinced? Read our full Traeger Pro 575 Review for detail.
50. Leupold RX-1400i TBR/W Gen2 Rangefinder
The newly updated Leupold RX-1400i TBR/W Gen2 Rangefinder is a feature-packed midrange rangefinder that works great for both bow and rifle hunters. It’s lightweight, ranges fast, and includes True Ballistic Ranging to help hunters make accurate shots on very steep ground — or from treestands. Our review unit performed flawlessly during our archery elk hunts, as well as in deer and elk rifle season hunts.
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51. Caldwell Lead Sled 3 Rifle Rest
Rifle hunters need to be able to find the best round of ammunition for their particular rifle because different bullet types and sizes from different manufacturers perform differently. Unless your hunter is shooting hundreds of rounds a year, it’s hard to know exactly how well a particular round performs. A shooting sled holds a rifle very steady and will save your hunter a lot of time, as well as build confidence in particular rounds at particular distances. The Caldwell Lead Sled 3 — or any Caldwell Lead Sled version — is definitely one of the best hunter gifts for deer and elk rifle hunters.
52. Adventure Medical Kits Sportsman 300 Series First-Aid Kit
When you get off the beaten path, there’s sticks and sharp rocks. Lots of hunters get cuts and scrapes and sometimes worse. A good first-aid kit like the Adventure Medical Kits Sportsman 300 will include a manual to help a hunting partner provide emergency medical care. Bottom line? A light first-aid kit should be in every hunter’s pack, and while we consider first-aid kits one of the most important hunter gifts ever, they’re just as important for camping and hiking, too.
53. Vortex Diamondback Riflescope
If your hunter has a high-quality scope already . . . it’s best to stay away from scopes. But many deer and elk hunters have cheap or really old scopes — and they would love any replacement that is a step up from what they have. Better scopes won’t fog at the wrong time, and they’ll deliver clearer, brighter images. You might have to ask a hunting buddy if you don’t know if your hunter needs a new scope, but it’s hard to go wrong the Vortex Diamondback line. If your hunter drops his rifle and breaks his Vortex scope, Vortex will replace it through its VIP unlimited lifetime warranty. It’s hard to beat a warranty like that, which is another reason why Vortex products make great hunting gifts. Get the 4-12 power version because it’s the most versatile option for most hunters.
54. Vortex Optics Torque Wrench & Riflescope Mounting Kit
In order to install a rifle scope correctly — like the popular Vortex Diamondback Scope above — manufacturers recommend tightening mounting hardware to specific tightness levels. This micro-torque wrench lets you set the tightness in 1-pound increments so that you don’t over or under tighten. Comes with 10 bits.
55. Mechanix Wear MultiCam FastFit Tactical Glove
Finding the best glove for any given moment in a day is wicked hard. The heavy cold-weather gloves are too hot when the day warms up while thin gloves threaten to delay shots due to numb fingers. And grip? Critical. A slippery fleece or wool can make holding a rifle a constant challenge. The best hunter gift gloves have unencumbered trigger fingers but also grippy materials. Fortunately, it’s hard to go wrong with gloves as a hunter gift — hunters will choose different gloves for different tasks. The Mechanic Wear MultiCam FastFit Tactical Gloves are not cold-weather gloves, but most any hunter will find a use for them. Great stocking-stuffer pricing, too.
56. Camo Crocs!
Crocs are very nearly a cult classic among hunters. After long days in boots . . . sometimes with wet feet . . . hunters like to wear soft and cushy Crocs around camp and at home. In fact, we’ve known some hunters to pack them along in case they need to wear them for a tough stalk where they need quiet footwear — kid you not.
57. Cascade Mountain Tech Carbon Fiber Trekking Poles
The Cascade Mountain Tech Carbon Fiber Trekking Poles are a popular entry-level trekking poles with a price-to-value ratio that’s hard to beat. What are the benefits of trekking poles for hunters? If your hunter is navigating steep ground, especially when hauling out big game in a backpack, trekking poles improve balance and traction for a safer, easier hunt. Trekking poles make great hunting gifts for Dads and older hunters — but all the cool backcountry kids are using trekking poles these days too.
Upgrade Option: PEAX Backcountry Z Sissy Stix are our favorite trekking poles because they’re ultralight, ultra-strong, and super compact. Read our full Sissy Stix review for more detail!
58. RHINO Blinds 3-Person Hunting Ground Blind
While some animals depend on their sense of smell, some have astounding eyesight and can spot the slightest unnatural movement. Good hunters will naturally use a bush or tree or clump of tall grass to break up their silhouettes and obscure themselves from sharp-eyed critters. A lightweight ground blind can extend the areas where a hunter can hunt, letting them set up near trails and natural funnels that don’t have cover for hunters. Odds are, your hunter knows a place where a blind would be handy, making a ground blind one of the more interesting hunter gifts available today.
59. Mud River Truck Seat Gun Case Organizer
One of the toughest challenges for busy modern-day hunters is keeping organized and ready to go. Enter the Mud River Truck Seat Gun Case Organizer. This handy system easily attaches behind the front seats of a pickup or SUV and gives your hunter padded compartments for their rifles or shotguns. The bottom pocket even detaches to turn into a field gun case. So handy.
60. Outdoor Edge Razor-Pro/Saw Combo
The Outdoor Edge Razor-Pro/Saw Combo blends the form factor of a traditional hunting knife with an interchangeable razor system for instant super sharpness. We’re big fans for the ease-of-use, plus appreciate the system for hunters who aren’t confident in their sharpening skills, especially out in the field. Oh, one more thing: The price-to-value ratio is fantastic here.
61. Mossy Oak Buttstock Rifle Shell Holder
Most hunters don’t end up in situations where they run out of ammo, but having a few extra rounds of ammunition handy is certainly a good plan. One of the simplest ways is with an ammo holder that slips over the butt stock of your rifle. They’re also availablefor your shotgunand make great stocking stuffers for hunters.
Upgrade Option: The Mystery Ranch Cheeky Riser comes with foam shims to create a spot for better cheek and head alignment when using hunting rifles with traditional stocks. It also includes a handy zippered pouch.
62. Primos Cow Girl Elk Call
There are all sorts of different kinds of elk calls, including bugles, but every elk hunter ought to have a cow call. Even if you’re after bulls, well, bulls in rut will follow the cows. If you get into a situation where you need to cow talk, your hunter will appreciate the ability to chat it up. In addition, even if your elk hunter has reed calls already, most hunters like having an extra cow call or two so they can throw out different kinds of tones to sound like more than one cow elk.
63. HIVIZ BirdBuster Fiber Optic Shotgun Sight
We’re not sure why, but we are more accurate bird hunters with fiber optic sights on our shotguns. In green. You can get orange or red or yellow, but for some reason we like the green best. Whatever color you choose, these sights provide a dirt-simple beacon that somehow makes it easier to find a pheasant in flight and line up your shot. We have not yet found a fellow hunter who didn’t appreciate them.
Turkey Version: Looking for a turkey hunter gift? Try the HiViz TriViz Turkey/Deer model.
64. L.L.Bean Northwoods Rain Jacket
There aren’t very many waterproof ‘blaze orange’ rain jackets for hunters, but the L.L.Bean Northwoods Rain Jacket will help keep your hunter safe even when it’s raining. Great quality, great price.
65. Cabela’s Big Outdoorsman Lounger Chair
When one of our hunting buddies first hauled out a full-size lounge chair to elk camp, we thought he had lost his mind . . . until one afternoon he was able to nab a power nap in the warm sunshine before the evening hunt. Envious? Oh yeah. The Cabela’s Big Outdoorsman is rugged and oversized with a weight rating of 400 lbs! You don’t have to wrap it up as a gift, but if you do, it’ll command attention.
Bonus Hunting Gift Idea: L.L.Bean Henley Commando Sweater
If you’d like to amp up your hunter’s style, it’s hard to go wrong with a classic Commando Sweater. L.L.Bean’s ‘Henley’ version buttons at the top and elevates the cool factor. Made from 100% merino lambswool, it looks great everywhere. Better yet, L.L.Bean offers Regular and Tall versions to help you find the right fit.
Bonus Hunting Stocking Stuffer: UCO Titan Stormproof Match Kit
If your hunter gets out into a bad situation with cold and stormy weather, a powerful fire starter is critical! While most hunters won’t need to stop and build a fire, having the ability to build a fire can help a lost hunter remain calm in the face of adversity — and that’s the real life saver here.
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These great little gear bags have plenty of pockets and are durable. They’re great for hunters, fishers and anyone who has miscellaneous gear to keep track of. Best yet, you can nab them for $12.99, which is a crazy good deal. Grab a couple before they’re gone!
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