If the hunter on your list says they don’t need anything, they’re lying. They just don’t trust you to pick the right gear. Skip the novelty socks and forest-scented candles this year and go for something they’ll actually use, whether that’s a jacket that laughs at sleet, waders that breathe better than a yoga instructor, or a crossbow that could drop one of Santa's reindeer at 100 yards.
We rounded up the best hunting gifts of the season, from high-end to hard-use. All of these products are sure to earn a spot in the truck, not the back of the closet. Whether you’re shopping for a diehard elk hunter, a weekend duck junkie, or a range-day regular, these picks are sure to hit the mark.
Federal Premium Range Bag
Carry everything you need for a full day at the firing line with this rugged and stylish range bag from Federal.
It's built with the finest materials, including 18-ounce waxed canvas, top-quality zippers, leather accents, brass hardware, and embossed leather logo patches. This is the perfect gift for any hunter or shooter this season!
MSRP: $159.99
Kifaru Hoodlum Pack
Kifaru, the creators of American-made backcountry hunting gear, have made some major upgrades to the Hoodlum, the brand's go-to expedition pack, built for long hauls. Since its 2019 release, the Hoodlum has been regarded as the most modular, rugged pack prized by hunters for its reliable comfort, even under heavy loads. Now with a new MOLLE system, additional storage solutions, and upgraded materials, the Hoodlum is re-engineered for hunters who demand the most out of their gear.
Forged by years of guide feedback, the Hoodlum now offers additional storage space throughout the pack, from the main compartment through the side pockets, to accommodate larger gear. It also comes with additional gear storage with a lower front sleeve that secures rifles, bows, tripod legs, trekking poles, or other essentials. The modularity of the Hoodlum, in addition to its comfort-under-load capabilities, makes this pack a go-to for the backcountry and a perfect gift that any hunter will treasure.
MSRP: $350 (bag only) / $850 (bag and ARK Frame)
Kifaru Hoodlum Specs
Total Capacity: 6,500 cubic inches (106.51 L)
Weight: 3 pounds, 5 ounces (1.5 kg) (bag only)
Dimensions:
Main Bag (Full): 33 inches H x 14 inches W x 12 inches D
Side Pockets (Each): 21 inches H x 9.5 inches W x 4.5 inches D
Materials: 500D Ranger Green Cordura with #10 YKK zippers on the main compartment and #8 YKK zippers on the side and lid pockets. Duraflex buckles and mil-spec webbing ensure rugged reliability.
TenPoint TRX 26 Crossbow
TenPoint Crossbows recently launched their lightest and narrowest reverse-draw crossbow ever —the new TRX 26. Designed with a micro-footprint and low profile at 26.5 inches short and 5.75 inches narrow, the TRX 26 shoots 460 fps. It features Twin-Riser Technology (TRT), a custom TriggerTech Trigger, a ZERO-Trac Barrel, and a RangeMaster 100 Scope.
MSRP: $3,099.99
TenPoint TRX Specs
Product Color: Vektra
Axle-To-Axle (Cocked): 6 inches
Crank Cocking Device: Yes
Draw Style: Reverse-Draw
Draw Weight: 310#
Arrow Speed: 460 fps
Weight: 7.3 pounds
Spypoint FLEX-S DARK Cellular Trail Camera
Get uninterrupted scouting with the SPYPOINT FLEX-S-DARK, a cellular trail camera that runs on the unstoppable power of the sun. Scout anytime with on-demand photos and videos, while keeping your targets in the dark, thanks to undetectable, no-glow LEDs.
With advanced features and fully customizable settings that offer you complete control, the FLEX-S-DARK is the perfect tool for staying ahead of the game without leaving a trace.
MSRP: $169.99
Spypoint FLEX-S-DARK Features
- Let SPYPOINT Scout for You: Get photos and videos with sound, and request full-HD files anytime through the free SPYPOINT app.
- Instant Mode: Request on-demand photos and videos to see what’s happening before the next sync.
- Free Plan: Receive 100 free photos per month per camera, with affordable upgrade options and exclusive Insider perks.
- Cross-Carrier Coverage: Dual-SIM tech automatically connects to the strongest major carrier signal for reliable performance.
- Easy Setup & Remote Control: Activate, manage, and update cameras remotely via the app, complete with GPS location tracking.
- Built Tough: Rugged ghost-grey shell, flexible antenna, and improved latch ensure durability in any condition.
- Endless Options: Customize settings with multishot, time-lapse, scheduling, and in-app maps; easily download HD content.
- Stay Stealthy at Night: Low-glow and no-glow LEDs keep your camera invisible to game after dark.
KUIU Mountain PRO Hooded Jacket
Built as the ultimate all-in-one solution for mountain hunters, the Mountain PRO insulated hunting jacket offers warmth, weather protection, and unrestricted mobility in cold, wet conditions. A waterproof Hydroweb electrospun outer shell shields against rain and snow, while lightweight 3DeFX+ insulation regulates body heat.
A breathable antimicrobial liner wicks away sweat and resists odor, keeping you dry, warm, and comfortable. This is the jacket for high-output hunters who demand performance without the hassle of layering.
MSRP: $399
KUIU Mountain PRO Hooded Jacket Features
- Waterproof and Windproof Shell Fabric: Electrospun outer shell and strategic seam taping on shoulders and hood for reliable protection.
- Active Insulation: Lightweight warmth designed for cold, damp alpine conditions.
- Breathable Antimicrobial Liner: Wicks moisture and prevents odor during high-output activities.
- Adjustable Hood: 2-way internal drawcords for a secure fit without interfering with shooting.
- Bonded Visor Panel: Enhances weather protection and visibility.
- Pit Zip Ventilation & Interior Mesh Back Vent: Promotes airflow to regulate body heat.
- Zippered Pockets: Chest pocket with internal D-ring and brushed tricot-lined hand pockets for warmth and storage.
- Shooting-Optimized Design: Hook-and-loop cuff tabs and gussets keep the inner forearm flat for archery or rifle use.
- Articulated Design: 4-stretch fabric and a no-lift underarm panel minimize lift for unrestricted movement.
- Adjustable Hem Cinch: Ensures a secure fit, with a cordlock keeper to keep it out of the way.
- Glove-Friendly Hardware: Easy to use in cold conditions.
- Interior Storage: Zippered chest pocket and mesh drop pocket for organization.
Barnes Bullets Harvest Collection
The Barnes Harvest Collection, designed specifically for whitetail and thin-skinned game hunting, is powered by Sierra’s Tipped GameKing and backed by Barnes’ loading standards. Marking the first collaboration of its kind between the two brands, the Barnes Harvest Collection offers hunters incredible precision and stopping power with Barnes’ renowned terminal performance and Sierra’s legendary accuracy.
With optimized performance out to 400 yards and loaded with temperature-stable propellant, the Harvest Collection is the superior choice for the deer hunter and others hunting thin-skinned game. Hunters can expect match-grade accuracy combined with aggressive terminal performance. The Barnes Harvest Collection is available in a wide range of calibers to suit every hunter’s needs.
Read more about how the Barnes Harvest Collection ammo performed on a Western mule deer hunt here.
MSRP: $39.99 - $44.99
Migra 2F.7 Funeral Pack Waterfowling Shotshells
When two industry-pushing brands join forces, they set a new standard. Meet the 2F.7 Funeral Pack: a Migra Ammunition × 2F.7 Hunt collaboration built for waterfowlers who won’t settle. Based on Migra’s popular 2-4 steel configuration, this stacked load pairs #2 steel over #4 steel for maximum impact and lethal energy.
The 12-gauge offers a 1 1/4-ounces payload at 1,450 fps; the 20-gauge delivers a 1-ounce payload at 1,350 fps, both in 3-inch shells. Migra’s patented Stacked Load Technology plus the new Low-Friction Wad (LFW) increases pattern density by more than 5% and concentrates pellets in the center for tighter, more lethal patterns when every shot counts.
MSRP: 12 Gauge - $349.90 per case | 20 Gauge - $320 per case
Migra 2F.7 Funeral Pack Key Features
- Proprietary Low-Friction Wad: Improves pattern density by 5% and centers pellet count (12 & 20 gauge)
- Proprietary Negative Degree Primer: Reliably ignites in temps down to –40 degrees (12 gauge only)
- Patented Stacked Load Technology: Steel #2s stacked over Steel #4s
- Payload:
- 12Gauge - 450 fps
- 20Gauge - 350 fps - Available in: 12 and 20 Gauge, 3-inch
Meindl EuroLight GTX Hunting Boots
For the hunter who goes everywhere and hunts everything, Meindl’s EuroLight GTX boots are the ultimate all-season gift. Built for upland birds, pronghorn, mule deer, or treestand hunts, these everyday boots combine toughness, comfort, and light weight—just 3 pounds per pair for the uninsulated version.
The 9-inch waxed full-grain nubuck leather uppers and reinforced toe caps stand up to harsh terrain, while a Gore-Tex waterproof, breathable liner keeps feet dry. Flex-Zone venting ensures natural movement, and a Duo-DUR III outsole with aggressive lugs provides a secure grip on any ground. With 300 grams of GTX Air Fibre insulation for warmth and a cushioned midsole for long days afield, these are the boots every hunter will appreciate—every day, every season. Also available in an uninsulated and women's model.
MSRP: $330
Meindle EuroLight GTX Specs
Height: 9 inches
Weight: 3.3 pounds
Insulated: Gore Air-Fibre
Waterproof: Yes, Gore-Tex
Flex-Use Rating: A/B
Upper: Waxed Full Grain Nubuck Leather
Insole: Air Active
Midsole: Polyurethane
Outsole: Duo-Dur III
Resolable: Yes
Sitka Core Merino 330 Base Layer
Stay warm and dry through the harshest hunts with Sitka’s Core Merino 330 Base Layer, the brand’s warmest and most versatile merino offering. Built for frigid conditions, it delivers heavyweight warmth without bulk or itch, thanks to a soft recycled synthetic interior that wicks moisture and enhances comfort.
The Merino 330 regulates temperature beautifully, keeping you cozy in freezing mornings and comfortable when the sun breaks through. Easy to care for—machine wash and dry with the rest of your gear—it’s built for real-world use. The Core Merino 330 Hoodie adds smart details like a built-in face mask, zippered chest pocket, and hand warmer pocket. Ideal for hunters and outdoorsmen who won’t let cold weather slow them down. Also available in women’s cuts and sizes.
MSRP: Half-zip - $99.20, Hoodie - $148.75, Bottom - $70, Zip-Off Bottom $79.20
Sitka Core Merino 330 Base Layer Features
- Total weight: 15 ounces
- Lightweight and durable 330-gram, 17.5-micron ArmorSpun Merino Wool exterior fabric
- Recycled synthetic interior for anti-itch comfort and improved moisture management
- Easy-care merino wool can be washed and dried with your regular laundry
- Snag-preventative stitching along sleeves resists abrasion from your pack
- Zippered chest pocket safely stores your valuables
- Low-profile integrated thumb holes for easy layering
Nomad Outdoor Huntley Shirts
Nomad Outdoor has new whitetail-themed prints in its line of stylish, popular Huntley lifestyle shirts. The Huntley line of short-sleeve button-down shirts offers maximum comfort and good looks.
Made from a lightweight and ultra-soft cotton, polyester, and spandex fabric blend, the clean two-pocket cut looks equally good at home on the property or out for a night on the town.
MSRP: $60
New Huntley patterns for fall include:
- Maze Golden, an autumn food plot camo pattern featuring green, yellow, and brown foliage.
- Egret Deer Camp, a white shirt with scenes from a bottomland deer camp, including a big buck, a box blind, and waterfowl winging across a marshland sunrise.
- Marl Deer Camp has the same basic pattern as Egret Deer Camp, but in an attractive tan.
- Silver Blue Buck is a light blue shirt with images of bucks with huge racks arranged in a camo-like pattern.
CRKT Minimalist Bowie Neck Knife
Ever hear the old saw that if you only have one of something, you don’t really have it? A lot of people feel that way about knives, which is why you’ll hardly find a hunter who doesn’t carry a backup blade in addition to their regular fixed-blade hunting knife. Usually it’s a pocket folder, but it doesn’t have to be.
The Minimalist Bowie neck knife from CRKT is a full-tang, fixed-blade knife housed in a molded polymer sheath on a piece of paracord. Weighing a mere 1.6 ounces, you won’t know it’s there until you need it, and when you do, you’ll have something a lot more reliable than a folder in your hand. The 5.13-inch-long knife is diminutive, but it can handle most cutting tasks, and the 2.12-inch blade could even be used to field dress a deer if you absolutely had to.
MSRP: $31.99
CRKT Minimalist Bowie Specs
Blade Steel: 5Cr15MoV
Edge: Plain
Blade Finish: Bead Blast
Blade Length: 1.13 inches
Blade Thickness: 0.11 inches
Overall Length: 5.13 inches
Weight: 1.6 ounces
Handle: Micarta
Sheath: Thermoplastic
SITKA Gear Delta VentLite Zip GTX Wader
The SITKA Delta VentLite Zip GTX Wader is the lightest GORE-TEX wader ever—built to keep waterfowlers light, mobile, and comfortable in any season. Featuring VentLite GTX boot technology, it delivers unmatched breathability, temperature control, and all-day comfort.
A GORE-TEX Pro upper ensures complete waterproofing, while exoskeleton reinforcements, Cordura panels, and internal knee pads add exceptional durability. PrimaLoft Gold insulation keeps hunters warm in freezing conditions while remaining breathable on warmer days. Designed for performance and convenience, the waders include high handwarmer pockets, water-resistant storage, and a streamlined suspension system.
The updated Apex Tread boot outsole enhances traction and energy return, making this the ultimate lightweight wader for serious waterfowl hunters this holiday season.
MSRP: $1,500
SITKA VentLite GTX Wader Features
- VentLite GTX Wader Boot offers unparalleled all-season performance with an ultra-light, completely waterproof build and next-level temperature regulation.
- GORE-TEX Pro upper and legs are extremely durable and guaranteed to keep you dry.
- Durable YKK AquaSeal center front zipper is completely waterproof and allows for easy on and off.
- High handwarmer pockets are positioned to shed water away from the pocket and provide easy access to keep hands warm and ready.
- Cordura webbing belt is ultra-tough to lock out high waters.
- Water-resistant chest pockets provide dependable and easy access to essentials.
- Interior mesh pocket keeps essentials protected and secure.
- Internal knee pads and Cordura panels are built to endure years of breaking ice and busting brush.
- Streamlined, adjustable suspension eliminates cumbersome buckles and offers an easy-to-operate custom fit.
Sawyer’s Permethrin Spray
This spray protects you from tick-borne illnesses and is essential for outdoor adventure. Odorless after drying, Sawyer Permethrin Fabric Treatment can be used to treat a variety of fabrics like clothing, packs, and tents.
Spray, let dry, and then enjoy hunting without fear of annoying insects and disease-spreading ticks. A successful application of this insect repellent treatment is effective against mosquitoes and ticks for six weeks or six washes.
MSRP: $9.99
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