The Perfect Wedding Gifts For Outdoorsy Couples

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This post was originally in association with REI and MyRegistry.com. This post was modified in 2021 and contains affiliate links – we are sharing items we use and love!

It’s time to celebrate! Whether it be a wedding, Valentine’s Day, or just a thoughtful touch, gifts are an easy way to show someone you care. But what if that special someone would rather be out hiking in the woods than receive a box of chocolate and roses?

If you’re stumped on what outdoor gifts for couples to get, then you are in the right place to get answers.

In this post, we’re sharing the best gifts for outdoorsy couples, from double sleeping bags, to portable wine glasses, and more, to spend quality time with your loved one outside!

Berty and Emily Mandagie dancing together at Cathedral Rock Sedona - TheMandagies.com

The Perfect Gifts For Outdoorsy Couples

Ready to get dreaming about your next outdoor escape as a newlywed couple?

There’s nothing better than camping for couples! If you’re thinking about making your own outdoor wedding registry wishlist, this is the part of the post you won’t want to miss.

Below are some of our favorite wedding gifts for outdoorsy couples, as well as some new things we added on our outdoor wedding registry at REI. There are so many good outdoor gifts for couples to choose from!

Camping Gear For Couples


The Dyrt Pro Camping App Subscription

Camping Essentials - The Best Campground Finding App - The Dyrt

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Big Agnes Big Creek 30 Double Sleeping Bag

Big Agnes Double Sleeping Bag - Camping For Couples

Big Agnes Big Creek 30 Double Sleeping Bag (See Prices at REI Here)

No need to zip two sleeping bags together anymore! This double sleeping bag is one of the perfect camping gifts for couples so that you don’t have to spend a second away from each other.

This bag also has a sleeping pad insert in the back, so you don’t have to worry about it shuffling out from under you overnight.

Read More: The 10 Best Sleeping Bags For Backpacking and Camping


REI Co-Op Down Camp Blanket

REI Co-Op Down Double Camping Blanket For Couples

REI Co-Op Down Camping Blanket (See Prices at REI Here)

Keep cozy by the fire all night with a cozy down blanket! It weighs a little over 2 pounds and has the ability to stuff in a sack the size of a Nalgene bottle!

This makes it the perfect lightweight option for snuggling close to your person, and perfect for long conversations under the stars.


Exped MegaMat Duo 10 Sleeping Pad

Camping Gifts For Couples - Double Sleeping Pad

Exped MegaMat Duo 10 Sleeping Pad (See Prices Here at REI)

Sleeping under the stars doesn’t have to be uncomfortable! In fact, this is one of the best camping gifts for couples who want to get a good night’s sleep while camping.

This double sleeping pad lets you snuggle up to your honey while sleeping well on your next couples camping trip. It also is portable, which means you can sleep in the back of your car for the perfect car camping hack!


Luno 2.0 Car Air Mattress ($329.99)

Don’t settle for a bad outdoor sleep ever again! This Double Mattress by Luno is the absolute perfect gift for road trips.

Form-fitted to fit around wheel wells and customizable for your specific car make and model, you can search for the perfect one to fit your rig’s measurements. It also comes with an air pump, storage bag, base extenders, and the ability to blow up just one side at a time too.

It’s the perfect outdoor gift for couples too, for those people that just love to take awesome adventures with their person!


Mountain Summit Gear LoveSeat

Mountain Summit Gear Love Seat

Mountain Summit Gear LoveSeat (See Prices Here at REI)

Between sitting by the fire, sports games, or concerts, you don’t have to spend a second away from your person!

This double camping chair loveseat is the perfect addition to any wedding registry for outdoorsy couples. It’s incredibly versatile, and you don’t have to worry about accidentally leaving a camping chair at home!


Camping Wine Glasses

Wine Glasses For Camping

GSI Outdoors Nesting Wine Glasses (See Prices Here)

Get fancy even on a camping trip with these easy storing plastic nesting wine glasses! These ones are made out of durable plastic, so you can sip in peace around the fire.

The stem unscrews from the top too, for easy packability and storage when not in use. They even come in red and white wine options, so you can enjoy your favorite bottle anywhere!


Camping String Lights

String Lights For Camping

REVEL GEAR Camping String Lights with USB (See Prices Here at REI)

Set the mood with magical string lights, perfect for a couple’s camping trip! These ones conveniently connect via USB port, meaning you can easily plug into power with a portable battery charger like a power bank.

It will be like you are sleeping under your own personal star show with these camping twinkle lights.


Camping Games For Adults

Uno Camping Car Games

Camping Games: Gentleman’s Hardware Campfire Poker, Camping Chess Set, Bananagrams Party Tile Set

Berty and I love staying up late during our camping trips to play games by the fire. The options are endless with a simple deck of cards, but we’ve added some interesting ones to spice up your next trip.\

Camping games are a perfect addition to any wedding registry for outdoorsy couples because you can play them with just the two of you, or bring them to join a larger group of campers!


57Hours Adventures

57Hours Guide Examples

57Hours Adventures is the ultimate wedding gift for outdoorsy couples, because you are gifting them an amazing experience outside! 57Hours is full of one-of-a-kind experiences, from hiking in Peru to backpacking through Zion National Park. These adventures connect you with a experienced local guide for an in-depth discovery of their (and your!) favorite places.

If you know someone who would rather take an experience than a physical gift, this is your opportunity to shower them with love!

Not sure what experience they would like? Buy a 57Hours Gift Card instead, and they can choose their own adventure when the time comes.


Helinox Portable Camping Chairs

Helinox Camp Chair and Camp Table

You won’t really know how essential these camping chairs are until you don’t have them! The cafe chairs sit higher off the ground so you can sit more upright to enjoy a romantic camp dinner.

These ones from Helinox pack extremely small, so you can save precious room in your car trunk for extra hot dogs and s’mores.


Camp Cooking Table

REI Co-op camp roll table, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

REI Co-op Camp Roll Table (Search More Camp Tables at REI Here)

Love to cook? Make sure you have enough “counter space” to prep your gourmet meals over the fire. After dinner, you can convert it to your annual poker tournament by the fire.


Camp Coffee Maker

GSI Outdoor Enamel Percolator, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

GSI Outdoors Enamelware 8-Cup Percolator (See Similar Camp Coffee Makers at REI Here)

Stay stylish and caffeinated with this gorgeous speckled camping percolator from GSI. Great for indoor and outdoor use, so you can use it at home AND on the road. Here’s how we make coffee on the road.


Double Nest Eno Hammock

ENO Double Next Hammock, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

ENO DoubleNest Hammock (See Prices Here At REI)

What’s a good camping trip without a day of doing absolutely nothing? Rock yourself (and your boo!) to sleep in this double hammock, which is the ideal outdoor gifts for couples who love napping.

Make sure to get the straps too, so you can hang it between two trees!


Clothing Gifts For Outdoorsy Couples

Patagonia Torrentshell Rain Jacket

Patagonia Torrentshell Rain Jacket, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

Raincoats: Patagonia Torrentshell Rain Jacket Mens + Womens

If you live or are planning a trip to the Pacific Northwest, it’s a no-brainer to add some reliable rain jackets to your outdoor wedding registry. These ones from Patagonia come in a ton of colors and they compress really small for easy packing.


Patagonia Down Sweater, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

Down Jackets: Patagonia Down Sweater Mens + Womens

We have loved these down jackets by Patagonia for their versatility and warmth. We like the ones without the hood so we can easily layer it with other things like a snow jacket or rain jacket.

Read More: How To Layer Clothes In The Winter Season To Stay Warmer, Longer.


Teva Ember Mocs in Olive

Camp Sandals: Teva Ember Moc Booties Mens + Womens

One of the best feelings in the world is to take off your boots after a long hike. Make sure you’re putting your feet in something cozy like these Ember Moc sandals from Teva! They easily slip on and off for quick trips out of your tent.


Vasque Hiking Boots, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

Hiking Boots: Vasque Boots (Everything from walking to backpacking trips)

Hiking boots are hyper-personal, but we trust Vasque to make reliable and sturdy boots for all kinds of hiking. NOTE: We suggest visiting REI and trying on many pairs before adding them to your registry.

This way, you know exactly how they will fit and feel before your next trip!


The North Face Hiking Hat, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

Hiking Hats: The North Face Horizon Breeze Brimmer Hat

Summer hikes are one of our favorite activities to do together, and we like to stay protected with a wide-brimmed hat. Stay out longer and keep your skin happy!


Couples Camping Gear For Outdoor Sports

The sky’s the limit with this one! What’s your passion? Skiing, snowboarding? Climbing? Water sports? Make sure to read all the reviews for this category, because gear should be built to last you a lifetime. If you need a little help getting started, read our list of beginner backpacking gear to start making your list!

Backpacking Backpack: WOMEN: REI Co-op Traverse 65 Pack, MEN: Osprey Rook 65 L Pack

Osprey 65L Backpack, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple
Emily backpacking in Idaho in Winter, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

Trekking Poles: Black Diamond Distance FLZ Trekking Poles 

Stay balanced on the trail and support your weight with trekking poles. These ones fold down super small for easy storage and stowing during multi-day backpacking trips.

Black Diamond Trekking Poles, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

Inflatable Kayaks: Red Paddle Co Ride Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board, 10’6″

Show your friends this puppy and they won’t believe you when you tell them it’s inflatable! This super heavy duty (we really mean that) paddle board is built tough and even folds down to fit in the smallest car. You’ll be out on the water all summer with this outdoor registry gift!

RED Inflatable paddle board, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple
Berty hiking in Idaho in winter

Snowshoes (2): Tubbs Wayfinders Snowshoes Mens and Womens

Trails in the summer can look vastly different in the winter! Take advantage of all the seasons with your honey and get yourself each a pair of sturdy and comfy snowshoes.

Tubbs Snowshoes, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

Headlamps: Petzl Tikka Headlamps (lots of colors!)

Berty and I find that no matter what overnight outdoor trip we take, headlamps are an essential part of making the night smooth. Stay equipped on your next adventure with these ones from Petzl!

Petzl headlamp, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

2-Way Radios:  Motorola T260 2-Way Radios – Pair

Taking multiple cars? Splitting up for some trail scouting? Keep in contact with these two-way radios perfect for the backcountry. The uses for these are endless.

two-way radios, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

Portable Video Recorder: GoPro Hero 7 Black

Keep all of those precious memories to look back on for years to come. Don’t forget to get an extension pole for easy handling and a micro SD card to store all that vacation footage.

go pro hero 7, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

LED Lanterns: Coleman 360 Sound And Light Lantern

Stay up late by the light of this LED lantern from Coleman. This one is also equipped with Bluetooth and speakers so you can play your music during gatherings and games. Just don’t disturb the neighbors!

Coleman 360 Lanterns, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

Backcountry GPS Communicator: Garmin inReach Mini 2-Way Satellite Communicator

Are extended backpacking trips or mountaineering more your thing? Keep in touch with loved ones with this Garmin satellite communicator. It’s equipped with technology to make emergency calls, offline maps, and more.

Garmin, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

SHELTER / SLEEPING

Tent: REI Co-Op Quarter Done SL 2 Tent

Camping for two? This ultra-light tent takes up practically no space in a backpack. It fits two for sleeping, perfect for a night of snuggling under the stars.

REI Co-op quarter dome tent, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple
Sleeping Bag display, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

Sleeping Bags (2): REI Co-Op Magma 15 Sleeping Bag Mens and Womens

One of the most important aspects of a sleeping bag is warmth and weight. Spend some time browsing REI and chat with an employee to find one that’s right for you and your favorite outdoor activities.

Magma 15, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

Sleeping Pads (2): Therm-a-Rest Prolite Sleeping Pad

Like sleeping bags, sleeping pads are important to keep you elevated off the ground and to conserve body heat. This one from Therm-a-rest provides 4-season use and compresses small for easy carrying.

sleeping pad, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

Inflatable Mattress: REI Co-op Kingdom Insulated Air Bed – Queen

Not ready to be separated by some sleeping bags? You don’t have to! Find an air mattress that fits in your tent to keep cozy all night long.

insulated air mattress, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

COOKING AND MEAL PREP

No trip is complete without eating. (It’s the best part, don’t you think??) Make it enjoyable, relaxing, and convenient with our favorite outdoor cooking picks below!

Travel Coffee Maker: GSI Outdoors Ultralight Java Drip Coffee Maker

This coffeemaker is so small you can fit it in your pocket. For easy coffee on the go from backpackers to traditional campers, this is an easy lightweight choice for all.

travel coffee filter, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

Backpacking Cookset: Jet Boil Flash Cooking System, or GSI Outdoors Haulite Minimalists II System Cookset

Cooking while camping doesn’t have to be complicated. Sometimes all it takes is boiling water for a quick meal, and that’s where the Jet boil comes in. If you don’t get anything else, this is probably our favorite outdoor wedding registry pick.

jetboil flash cooking system, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

Camping Mess Kits: GSI Outdoors Infinity 4-Person Compact Table Set

This camping mess kit packs super small and is color-coded to help your crew know which plate is theirs.

GSI Mess kit, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

Box of Dehydrated Food: Mountainhouse Just In Case Classic Assorted Freeze-Dried Food

Backpacking food doesn’t come cheap. If you’re looking for a way to stock up on some sustenance, consider putting some food on your registry. You can even individually pick your favorite meals for a more personalized touch!

Mountain House food, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

Portable Camping Stove: Eureka Ignite 2-Burner Camp Stove

Enjoy spending a little extra time preparing food? Consider a portable gas stove to help you whip up those gourmet meals! See more of the best camping stoves we recommend here!

Eureka portable camping stove, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

Insulated Water Bottles: Hydro Flask Wide-Mouth Vacuum Water Bottle 32 oz

Whether you’re hiking or lounging, it’s important to stay hydrated. These vacuum sealed ones from Hydro Flask keeps hot things hot and cold things cold, so choose your drink of choice and get outside!

Hydroflask, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

Cooler: Yeti Camino Carryall 35 Tote

Taking a day trip? Pack all your favorite hiking snacks in this portable cooler from Yeti. It has handle straps for easy carrying from car to event and back!

YETI Portable cooler, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

TRAVEL ACCESSORIES

REI isn’t just for backpacking and camping trips. They have an entire section of travel goodies like bags, day packs, travel accessories and more!

If your adventures together see more planes than dirt roads, here are some of our favorite travel gift ideas!

Large Duffel Bags (2): Patagonia Black Hole Duffel – 90L

One of our favorite bags for travel are these Black Hole duffels from Patagonia. They are waterproof, pack down small, but also can store huge amounts of stuff. Perfect for checked bags on airlines, big road trips, and camping adventures.

Patagonia Black Hole duffel, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

Toiletries Holder: REI Co-op Shower Roll, Large

Keep all your shower stuff in a handy wrap like this one by the REI Co-op. This one comes with a closed zipper compartment (to keep dry things dry) and a mesh one to let items breathe.

REI Co-op shower roll, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

Reusable Squeeze Bottles: GoToob+  Large Reusable Squeeze Bottles

Quit buying those travel-sized items and save money by filling them up with your own favorites at home! These GoToobs come in tons of storage sizes, but we love these ones for general use like shampoo, lotion, and face wash.

goToobs, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

Travel Backpack: Pacsafe Metrosafe LS 350 Daypack

Are your travels taking you through the city? Keep your gear safe in a theft-proof backpack from PacSafe. The zippers are designed to be hidden, and the material is slash-proof for peace of mind when walking around.

Pacsafe Metrosafe bag, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

Portable Charger: Goal Zero Flip 30 Portable Charger

Our phones always run out of power at the most inconvenient times. Never let that happen to you and keep this Goal Zero portable charger handy. It holds up to three charges for a phone, so you can go a few days without being stuck to an outlet.

GoalZERO portable charger, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

Packing Cubes: Eagle Creek Original Pack-It Cube Set

Keep your suitcase organized with packing cubes. We like these ones from Eagle Creek because they’ve got a mesh front to see what’s inside. They also have handles for easy grabbing!

Eagle Creek Packing Cubes, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

JUST FOR FUN!

No registry is complete without some gifts with personality! Spend some time roaming the aisles and find some things that are just fun!

Booze: Platypus Portable Wine Carrier 27 fl oz, YETI Rambler Wine Tumbler 10 oz each

No glass necessary! Keep your wine safe in the outdoors with this pair of tumblers from YETI.

YETI wine tumblers, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

String Lights: MPOWERD Luci Solar String Lights

Spice up your campsite (or your backyard campout!) with these solar powered string lights.

String lights, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

Fanny Packs: REI Co-op Trail 2 Waistpack

Hit the trails in style with these fun waist packs. They come in tons of colors and patterns so you can make your own personal fun statement outside.

REI co-op fanny pack, wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple

WEDDING GIFTS FOR OUTDOORSY COUPLES

An Adventurous Beginning

Our relationship has always been rooted in adventure. From proposing on top of Machu Picchu Mountain to our road trip honeymoon in Banff National Park, we seem to celebrate any and every special occasion outside. 

That’s why when we began to think about our life together, life outdoors was a big part of who we were (and still are!).

Registering at REI for our wedding was an absolute no-brainer.

Being fresh from college (aka poor), we were essentially starting from scratch in the gear department. Through the years, we had cleverly pieced together a strategy to find quality discount outdoor gear, but getting married was an excuse to register for brand new gear! Sharing a wishlist of outdoor items helped our guests be a part of building our future together.

Now, every time we grab a piece of gear out for a trip, we think of that person and their generous gift during our wedding!

In this post, we’re sharing what a registry experience with REI can be like for you, and how to make the best decisions for you and your outdoorsy loved one!

Berty and Emily Mandagie at Lake Wenatchee

 

What’s It Like Registering For A Wedding at REI?

REI invited us back this spring to re-live that fun registry experience. Three years later, it was fun to see what cool new gadgets were out, and the possibilities for more outdoor fun with REI!

Living only a mile away from our local store, we hopped in the car to meet with the friendly Spokane REI staff. They were so easy-going and gave us an overview of the store, its layout by category, and introduced us to skilled employees in certain sections.

They also helped us get started on creating a registry online. Here’s how to easily sign up…

Sign Up On Your Phone

Signing up on REI via My Registry is super easy, and we did it within minutes on our phone. Click here to find REI as one of your stores!

The sign up process took minutes. We had to create a login and password, and confirm all the info on our email. After that, we were all set!

Once you’ve added REI to your registry list, you are free to roam around the store and scan the barcodes straight from your phone. Then, they are automatically added to your online registry!

*Want to add some things after your visit to an REI store? No worries! You can easily go online and add things from their website!

wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple, MyRegistry.com example
wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple, Stove example

 

Wander The Sections To Find The Best Outdoor Gifts For Your Wedding Registry

Camping, cycling, cooking, backpacking, travel, clothing, shoes, the list goes on! REI has almost every outdoor piece of gear you could dream of having.

Berty and I spent a good hour and a half going down every aisle in our local Spokane REI, dreaming of future backpacking trips and outdoor barbecues to have this summer.

Many REI stores will have a staff member dedicated to one specific area, and they are experts in categories like shoes, camping gear, bikes, and so much more.

All it took was one quick question, and the team member in that section helped us make the best camping registry decisions by comparing products, details, and prices quickly and efficiently.

As we wandered around, it was so nice to get clarifying answers from the staff who knew the products inside and out! After a quick chat with them, we knew we would be putting the right items on our list.

wedding gifts for outdoorsy couple, scanning items at REI

What Makes A Good Outdoor Wedding Registry?

So, what exactly do you put on your camping wedding registry list? Before you get to list building with your boo, we’ve put together a few pointers on getting started…

Share Gifts From A Large Range of Prices

If you’re like us, we invited a lot of different people from various seasons in our lives to our wedding. This included college friends, people we knew since we were babies, family, community members, and work friends.

Not all guests will have the same budget, if any. Gifts aside, it’s always good to remember that their presence is a present in itself, and to enjoy celebrating your wedding day together!

However, if they do care to give you both a gift, choosing gifts at varying price ranges can appeal to everyone and their varying budgets.

This allows your guests to find a price range that fits them, and make them feel like they are able to contribute in whatever capacity is comfortable for them.

Cover A Wide Array Of Activities On Your Outdoor Wedding Registry

Like the adventurous and interesting person you are, you probably surround yourself with similar company.

Your wedding guests are involved in your life in different ways, and that can influence the kind of gift they may decide to give you.

Love to go camping with your college friends? Make sure to add items that will enhance future camping trips together like games, coffee makers, or cooking tools.

Do you have annual barbecues with your family? Try adding a portable cooler or some camping chairs for extra visiting time with the people you love.

Choose from a wide range of your favorite outdoor activities so you can share future experiences with your guests!

Tore and Berty camping at Lake Wenatchee

Add Personal Touches And Pick Long Term Gear Investments

One of the many reasons people give gifts at weddings is to set the newlywed couple up with items they may not have had or needed before. These items often are long term pieces, like cookware sets, appliances, or furniture.

It’s important to give your outdoor registry items the same thoughtful and personal touches you would on, say, a home registry.

Things like tents, sleeping bags, and camping gear will last you years, so make sure you read the reviews and add things you believe will last you a lifetime.

It’s also important to give your items a personal touch, so choose gear in colors or patterns that fit you as individuals or a couple to really make items special.

When In Doubt, Add It To Your Outdoor Registry Anyway

After the wedding, you may have some items and outdoor gear left on your registry. REI provides a 10% discount on anything left over on your outdoor wedding registry after the big day.

This means, add more than you think is necessary!

This not only gives your guests more options for gifts, but it also provides you with a discount so you can go back and purchase some favorites at a fraction of the price.

TO WRAP THINGS UP…

We hope you liked our list of wedding gifts for outdoorsy couples! Making a registry at REI with MyRegistry.com really helped share with our guests our favorite camping, travel, and outdoor gear.

Now, every time we take something out to use on a trip, it reminds us of the gifter’s generosity and how much they love us! I hope that as you are registering for your wedding, you can find similar joy in the process as we did. Happy wedding!

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