50+ Awesome Camping Gifts For Kids Who Enjoy The Outdoors

2. Cute Kid-Sized Water Bottles

CamelBak Eddy Iguanas Design Kids Water Bottle, Big Bite Valve, Spill Proof, 12 Ounces

There is not a lot of stuff that is fun AND healthy! A smaller, spill-proof water bottle with a cute design and comfortable bite valve is the perfect gift to inspire children to drink water.

6. Kids Glow-In-The-Dark Mummy Sleeping Bag

Kids Glow-In-The-Dark Mummy Sleeping Bag

You can’t get warmer than mummy bags! This one is rated to 30 F degrees which is great for colder weather camping trips. But, that’s not the best part … the coolest thing about this bag is the GLOW IN THE DARK design! After a couple of hours in bright sunlight, the dots charge and provide a soft glow to the constellation design in the dark.

7. Personalized Sleeping Bags For Kids

Flowers Kids Personalized Sleeping Bag

What child would not want to sleep in their very own bag, personalized with their name on top?!? There are so many designs to choose from, it’s hard to pick just one! These bags are high on looks but they are more delicate than typical camping sleeping bags. It is best to use these stylish bags indoors.

9. Camp Board Game

Camp Board Game, Ages 4 & Up

The object of the Camp Board Game: Be the first player to arrive at camp! This is the perfect game because it’s fun and educational. There is a wide range of questions to make the game interesting. The first level of questions is the easiest and includes identification of animals. The game grows with the players, a higher level of outdoor knowledge is required to proceed to the advanced level questions. It is a great game for 4 year olds through adults, so the entire family can play together. Card games and board games are great gifts for a rainy day at the camp site.

11. Camping-Themed Craft Paper Kits

Gone Camping Patterned Papers Collection Kit

Creative campers can capture memories of their trips by making personalized little treasures and using camping-themed paper kits with fun patterns. Children can design their scrapbooks commemorating experiences on their next camping trip and milestone visits to their favorite national parks. The finished products make thoughtful Christmas gift ideas for family members who were unable to be there in person.

12. Rock Painting Kit

Glow in the Dark Rock Painting Kit, Ages 6-8+

Every person on a family camping trip can participate in this fun project. You paint the natural river rocks (that are included) with water-resistant fluorescent paint and dimensional glow-in-the-dark paint, let them dry and place them in a location to be found later glowing in the dark. This is appropriate for ages 6+, creative tweens and adults enjoy it too!

If you don’t want to buy an entire kit, you can search for rocks on a hike and just bring craft paint to decorate them. Check out our Retro Camper Trailer Rock Painting Activity.

13. Giant Bubble Wand Kit

Giant Bubble Wand Kit With Wand & Big Bubble Concentrate

Bubbles are always fun but giant ones are even better! This set includes the wand, bubble concentrate and an instruction booklet with tips to make really huge bubbles.

• Smaller kids need smaller bubble wands. It’s easiest to get a set that contains different wands that come in various shapes and colors and a solution tray that fits the wands.

15. Indoor/Outdoor Kids Play Tent

Kids Indoor Outdoor Pop Up Tent Toy For Toddlers

One of my top tips for giving camping presents during the Christmas holiday season or wintertime birthdays is to give Christmas gifts for campers or birthday gifts that can be used indoors and outdoors, like this play tent. Your toddlers can pretend play at their indoor campsite even if the December snow drifts are higher than the outside rooftop!

17. Personalized Toddler Backpacks

Personalized Toddler Backpacks

Your mini campers will love having a personalized backpack. These quilted bags are personalized with embroidery thread and come in tons of colors and designs for boys and girls.

19. Personalized Camp Chairs For Kids

Monogrammed Kids Camp Chair

Having a personalized chair makes young campers feel like kings and queens! You can put text on the front only, back only or front and back of these kid-sized folding chairs. We’ve got more ideas for personalized camping gifts for the entire family.

21. S’mores Kit

Hershey’s Caddy S’Mores Kit

I’ve never seen a little … or … big kid … that turns down s’mores! Putting the ingredients for this classic campfire dessert in a kit makes a fun gift the entire family will look forward to eating … sooner rather than later. LOL

22. Glow-In-The-Dark Marshmallow Stick

Hershey’s Extension Forks With Glow In The Dark Handle

How do you make s’mores more thrilling? Use marshmallow sticks that have glow-in-the-dark handles!

23. Camo Kids Cooler Lunch Box

Forest Camo Insulated Soft Bag Mini Cooler Kids Lunch Box

According to outdoorsy kids who love camo, this is the “cooler” cooler. It’s the perfect lunch box to take their weekend camping trips to school during the week.

25. Water Shoes For Kids

Water Shoes For Kids, Lightweight, Quick Dry

Bigger kids like water shoes with more contemporary styles and colors. Especially when they have wild looking bottoms!

27. Owl Lantern, Flashlight & Headlamp

Owl Character Outdoor Equipment Battery Powered LED Lightweight Camping Lantern & Headlamp Set For Kids

A fun way to keep active kids safe at night is to help them see where they are going. The best part of this lantern and head lamp set is not that they are lightweight, small or have bright LED battery-operated lights … it’s that they’re so cute the kids will absolutely use them!

28. Children’s Headlamp

 WildLight Headband Headlamp Energizer LED Headlamp For Kids

A headlamp can be a combination between a fun camping toy and a practical piece of gear. The wild bear style is fun for finding insects at night, just like the bears do!

This brightly-colored kid’s headlamp is small enough to fit boys and girls that are 3 years or older.

31. Stainless Steel Children’s Folding Pocket Knife

Opinel My First Opinel No.7 Box Set With Sheath – Stainless Steel Children’s Folding Pocket Knife With Safety Rounded Tip

When kids are ready to graduate from toys to real ones, this one is the perfect present. This stainless steel folding knife has a rounded safety tip.

32. Personalized Knife

Personalized Pocket Knife

As older kids mature, they should be taught how to choose the best tool for each task around the campsite. A pocket knife is must-have gear and personalizing it is a fun option for a gadget they will use over their lifetime.

33. Paracord Bracelet Survival Tool

Kid Sized X-Plore Gear Emergency Paracord Bracelets With Flint Fire Starter, Whistle, Compass & Scraper

Older children who are ready to advance to adult-style emergency gear should still work their way into it. A kid-sized paracord bracelet is a great stepping stone for them.

35. Printable Camping Scavenger Hunt Card

Digital Download: Printable Camping Scavenger Hunt Card

In a hurry to get your little explorers on their hunt? Grab this printable scavenger hunt game that is an INSTANT DIGITAL DOWNLOAD.

36. Kids Fishing Pole

Zebco Kids Splash Floating Spincast Reel & Fishing Rod Combo, 29-Inch 1-Piece Fishing Pole, Size 20 Reel, Right-Hand Retrieve, Pre-Spooled With 6-Pound Cajun Line

Kids of all ages (and yes, I do mean adults too) enjoy one of the most popular camping outdoor activities … fishing! These are cool camping gifts for kids who are serious about the sport. This kid-sized fishing pole includes a floating spincast reel and rod combo that is pre-spooled with 6-pound Cajun line.

37. Fishing Gear Kits

Spincast Youth Fishing Pole & Fishing Gear, Portable Telescopic Fishing Rod & Reel Full Kit

Kits are a great option when you need and entire assortment of fishing gear for kids. What good is a rod and reel if you don’t have lures, weights, hooks bobbers and a carrying case?

38. Outdoor Exploration Kits

Nature Explorer Kit For Kids, Camping Gear & Accessories Play Toy Gift With Binoculars, Fan, Magnifier ,Flashlights, 5-In-1 Tool

Getting youth to learn is easy when you make it fun. This outdoor explorer kit is an educational toy that is great for camping trips.

39. Bug Catcher Set

Nature Bound Bug Catcher Complete Kit For Kids, With Vacuum, Light Up Critter Habitat Case For Backyard Exploration

Oh my goodness, this bug catcher set is so fun for younger children. They can vacuum critters and put them into the habitat case for further inspection. This unique present will provide hours of fun at the campsite or in their own backyard.

40. Glow-In-The-Dark Flying Disc

Aerobie Squidgie Disc Glow In The Dark Flying Disc – Colors May Vary

Flying discs are great for camping because they take up very little space and provide a lot of active fun during the day or at night because they glow in the dark. It’s fun to see the bright colors sailing through the night sky.

41. Hammocks

Ultralight Small Size Kids Camping Hammock With Strap & Carabiner Indoor/Outdoor Use

Camping hammocks are some of the favorite things young adults sleep in rather than using a sleeping bag in a tent. This is a great gift idea for kids who tend to be minimalists and may want to shed most of the gear typical families use while camping. These small indoor/outdoor hammocks will introduce kids to using this popular piece of camping gear.

42. Balance Bikes

Schwinn Elm Bike For Toddlers & Kids, 12-Inch Balance Bike

Younger kids who stay near the campsite may want to explore the area on a bike. The Schwinn SmartStart lineup of bikes includes no pedal balance bikes that are great for teaching toddlers how to: push, stride and glide.

43. Imaginative Play Camping Toy Set

Learning Resources New Sprouts Camp Out! Imaginative Play, Camping Toy, Outdoor Toy Food, 11 Pieces, Ages 2+

Imaginative play is important for young kids and the camping theme adds to the fun and learning. This glow-in-the-dark lantern toy set includes 2 logs with flame, fork, hot dog, marshmallow, chocolate bar, 2 graham crackers and a duffle bag. At 18+ months, little campers can play camp at home or at the campsite.

44. Kids Compass

Sun Company Wildlife Compass for Kids – Children’s Compasses for Camping, Hiking, and Exploring | Break-Away Neon Lanyard

The best camping gifts for outdoorsy children provide a great opportunity for learning while having a lot of fun. Take a family hike and teach them about navigation with this wildlife compass with a break-away neon lanyard. Small items like this make great camping stocking stuffers.

45. Walkie Talkies

Walkie Talkies For Kids, Long Range Handheld Radio Toys For Children Ages 3+

The best kid walkie-talkies are high quality, functional units with long-range capabilities. They provide so much fun but they are also a great way to increase personal safety. They are a great addition to the family’s gear box for a parent’s peace of mind too.

46. Set Of Kids Binoculars

Binoculars Set For Kids With Magnifying Glass & Compass

Kids don’t have to be bird-watchers to enjoy using binoculars. This set includes a magnifying glass and compass which are awesome gadgets to use around the campsite and on hiking trails.

47. Magnifying Glass

Melissa & Doug Sunny Patch Shimmy Snake Magnifying Glass With Shatterproof Lens

Young children who like to examine nature in an up-close way will be happy to do it with this shimmy snake magnifying glass. The fun and colorful design is easy to hold and the shatterproof lens makes it safe to use.

48. Whistles

Coghlan’s Kids Four Function Whistle: Whistle, Two-Scale Thermometer, Magnifier & Compass, Ages 6 & Up

It is a good idea to carry a whistle while camping. They can be used to notify other people you need help in an emergency. This Coghlan’s whistle is a great choice for kids because it is like getting several outdoor fun camping gift ideas in one little package. In addition to being a loud whistle, it has a 2-scale thermometer, magnifier and compass.

49. Kid’s Fish Whistle Necklace

Kid’s Fish Whistle Necklace, 4 Color Choices

Some gifts ideas are so unique they become handed down for generations. These fish whistle necklaces are handmade out of ceramic. They come in different colors and use a minimalistic looking rope for hanging around your neck.

54. Sun Protection Hat

Mesh Sun Hat For Toddlers

It’s always important to wear sun protection. The easiest way to protect the face, head and neck is by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Look for one that is breathable and quick drying. An adjustable chin strap is helpful too.

Fun Camping Wrapping Paper And Creative Gift Wrap Ideas

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