The best gifts for walkers

If you know a keen walker, we've found the perfect presents for their birthday, or just as a nice surprise.

Hip flask and map

by William Lobley |
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What do you get the hill-lover in your life for a special present? If you haven’t got a clue about gear or the person in question seem to have everything already, it can be hard to know where to start.

So, we’ve put together a quick guide to the best gifts for hillwalkers.

In our list, you’ll find custom maps and GPS gadgets, inspiring books and hillside espresso makers, so you're sure to be inspired.

The best gifts for walkers 2022

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The Best Gifts For Walkers

Epic Hikes of the World by Lonely Planet1 of 9

Epic Hikes of the World by Lonely Planet

The ultimate coffee table book for hikers, walkers, trekkers and backpackers, Epic Hikes of the World celebrates 50 of the greatest hikes from 30 countries. From Californian coastal paths and Swiss winter valley treks to Tanzanian and Nicaraguan volcanic ascents, this book beautifully presents every hike with a wealth of information and inspiring imagery.

WACACO Minipresso NS Portable Espresso Machine2 of 9

WACACO Minipresso NS Portable Espresso Machine

Arguably the only problem with the great outdoors is the absence of coffee shops. This problem is solved with the Minipresso, as it allows delicious espresso coffee to be tasted at base camp with ease. It uses Nespresso and Nespresso-compatible pods, hot water, and internal pressure-creating pistons, the compact device delivers the perfect hillside coffee in a matter of seconds. It's only small too, fitting into a backpack's bottle pocket.

Garmin eTrex 32x Outdoor Handheld GPS3 of 9

Garmin eTrex 32x Outdoor Handheld GPS

A handheld GPS is an ideal gadget for hikers, allowing you to check your heading, triangulate your position, access maps, monitor your elevation, and read up on barometric pressure to better predict incoming weather conditions. The eTrex is a great example of such a device, with a large, easy-read screen and 24-hour battery life.

Customised Ordnance Survey Map4 of 9

Customised Ordnance Survey Map

If you know a hiker who loves maps as they do walking, then consider having a custom, official OS map made. You can choose between an Explorer and Landranger style, with the centre of the map focusing on a specific location, city or grid reference. Additionally, you can title the map as desired, and have the print folded, flat for framing, framed or printed on canvas.

Fitbit Inspire Health and Fitness Tracker5 of 9

Fitbit Inspire Health and Fitness Tracker

Tracking your steps and calories is always an interesting and motivating thing, and with the FitBit Inspire, it's never been more accessible. While it'll keep tabs on a day's activity, it'll also work through the night to inform the wearer how well they've slept (which, after a long walk and a pub dinner, is sure to be very well).

Nordic Walking Retro Tourism Poster6 of 9

Nordic Walking Retro Tourism Poster

The perfect artwork for any dedicated walker's home office or living room, modelled on traditional and vintage tourism marketing, the poster reads: "Try the real Nordic walking, take a hike in Norway".

Trail Magazine Subscription7 of 9

Trail Magazine Subscription

With this package deal, the lucky recipient will receive 13 issues of Trail, the UK's best-selling hillwalking magazine. Each issue comes with walk and hiking guides, photography features and extensive kit reviews and previews. As they say, a subscription is a gift that keeps on giving.

Hord Custom Topographic Map Hip Flask8 of 9

Hord Custom Topographic Map Hip Flask

What could be better than a hipflask filled with their favourite beverage and the rest of the bottle wrapped separately (if you're not sure what whisky to go for, we've selflessly tried and tested the best). Hord has a selection of stainless steel flasks wrapped in cork or leather and engraved with the topography of the recipient's favourite mountain.

A trip to one of the UKu2019s best rural Airbnb stays9 of 9

A trip to one of the UK’s best rural Airbnb stays

While some enjoy the hustle of busy cities or the relentless beat of the Spanish Sun, some enjoy and crave the quiet, wide-open spaces of the countryside. Booking a 2021 weekend away in one of the UK's most beautiful and rural locations is something that any nature-lover will be happy to receive. Read this article from our sister site What's The Best on the best rural Airbnbs now, and prepare to get excited.

Another great gift idea could be to join them in their love for walking, and sign up together for the #Walk1000Miles challenge!

Run by our friends at Country Walking magazine, it's a great way to get out and about in the countryside, make friends, lose weight and most of all have fun!

walk 1000 miles

Find out more about Walk1000Miles here.

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