We all know the saying, “Not all who wander are lost.” And, when it comes to hikers who like to throw on their daypack, grab their trekking poles, and get up and go, this statement couldn’t be truer. If you’re looking for a great gift for your favorite outdoor enthusiast, monthly subscription boxes deliver survival gear, multi-tools and other useful gadgets that will make sure they're prepped to quiet their mind and find their soul while wandering the backcountry.
From novice to advanced hikers and campers, we’ve rounded up some of the best subscription boxes that run the full gamut. Adventurers, trailblazers, families and survivalists alike will appreciate the quality gear, snacks, apparel and accessories. Since natural nomadiks already know that walking is the best medicine, send a gift that’ll keep them moving and perpetually searching for the next adventure.
Hiking boxes for adults
Hiker Crate :)
Send a gift that’ll help them hit the trails with a ditty bag full of new products with the Hiker Crate. Eliminate their need to channel their inner Yogi Bear by supplying them with a curated mix of outdoor gear, skincare and the ever-important travel-ready snacks. Now, the hiker in your life will be all set to get out there and do a little trailblazing.
Wild Woman Box
If you’re looking for a gift for a woman who enjoys to get out into the wild, then the Wild Woman outdoor subscription boxes are the perfect option. Curated specifically for adventurous, outdoorsy women, each kit comes with a unique selection of goodies, including natural body items, snacks, outdoor products and tools.
*Monthly Outdoor Box
Adventurers of all types - hikers, hunters, campers, anglers and more - will be treated to top-quality U.S.-made gear with a monthly subscription to Timber Edge Outdoors. No matter the season, they'll get prepped to head into the backcountry with a curated mix of functional apparel, hunting tools, trail-ready treats and so much more.
Basic Subscription
For some hikers, the most important piece of gear is a high-quality knife. With 4 subscription levels to choose from, the Knife Subscription Club brings a brand name blade perfect for use on the trailhead and for expanding a growing collection of practical knives. Choose a higher tier to get useful hiking gear and essential pieces of EDC, too.
The Hikers Compass New Jersey Nature Guide
Designed for those living in and around New Jersey State, The Hiker's Compass is a fun, budget-friendly gift that encourages plenty of exploration. Every monthly brings the gift of the great outdoors by sending NJ forest info, maps, plant ID cards and nature-themed accessories, like limited-edition tumblers and yummy trail snacks.
Spiffy Socks Subscription
Never underestimate the value of a pair of high-quality ultralight socks for any avid hiker. SpiffySocks sends a monthly pair that's twice as soft as cotton, naturally antibacterial, thermo-regulating and sweat-wicking. Made exclusively from sustainable bamboo fiber, these socks are both durable and cozy!
Hiking boxes for kids
Think Outside Boxes (7 - 16+)
It's time for the younger adventurers to hop out of the hammock, grab their headlamp and water bottle, and head out for some practical experience with a little help from Think Outside Boxes. This year-long outdoor curriculum teaches survival skills, like fire building and shelter making, equips them with useful gear, and helps families explore together!
SCOUTbox - Monthly
SCOUTbox is a monthly subscription designed by scouts, for scouts. Featuring themes like National Parks and backpacking, nature-loving kiddos will get a curated selection of snacks, gear, like a water filter or cookware, educational guides, stickers and more. Plus, you can click the coupon code at checkout for added savings!
Hiking snack boxes
Keto Snack Box
Help a fellow hiker keep on keeping on when you gift protein-packed snacks with the Keto Snack Box. Filled to the brim with 8-12+ snacks, each box focuses on helping those on the ketogenic diet find and try new snacks no matter what their favorite hobby is. Hikers can unwrap a new favorite while sampling a variety of energy-filled snacks.
Jerky Snob
If liking only the best makes you a snob, it’s all good to be a Jerky Snob. An ideal snack for a day hike, each box delivers premium handcrafted jerkies from the finest artisans. Choose between 3 different levels for a range of high-quality brands and flavors. It's just what they need to add a gourmet snack to their pack!
CLEAN.FIT box
Since hiking is such a physically demanding pastime (at least for some), the CLEAN.FIT box packs in plenty of hiker friendly food to fuel their forays into nature. They're in for a fun monthly unboxing filled with goodies, like non-GMO superfoods, nutritious snacks, sweets and supplements. Grab the SuperSnacker to feed the hungriest hikers!
MuscleBox - Protein Subscription
Perfect for hikers who want to maintain their fitness to help them on those more strenuous trails, MuscleBox packs in monthly motivation. From the first box, they'll be treated to fun themes and a curated mix of apparel, snacks, accessories and even training advice from PTs. Plus, all subscribers gain access to an online catalog of 100+ workouts.
bar boss (8 bars each month)
Out on the trails, lightweight, nutrient-dense foods are as important as a hydration pack and a well-stocked first aid kit. Good phyte foods is a gift box that focuses on vegan, grain-free snack bars made from organic whole food ingredients, all packaged in a compostable wrapper! They'll sample the goods while supporting a woman-owned micro-business.
