India, Dec. 11 -- For every outdoorsy friend who'd rather spend a long weekend under a canopy of pines than under a hotel duvet, holiday gifting is surprisingly easy-you just have to speak their love language. The best gifts for camping lovers, hikers, and backpackers make life outdoors feel seamless. Think camping gear that is durable, packable, and ready for whatever the trail (or the forecast) throws their way.

This year's best gifts for campers hit that sweet spot between practical and indulgent. From cloud-soft loungewear for post-hike unwinding to weatherproof workhorses to keep them warm and dry when the skies open up (it happens!), these presents are sure to delight. Whether they're planning quick overnighters or week-long, off-t...