The 2026 Gift Guide for Campers, Overlanders & Backyard Hosts

GIVE THE FIRE. GATHER THE PACK.

The best outdoor gifts don't sit in a closet. They get packed, carried, lit and passed around, and they end up in the photos from the trip everyone talks about next year.

This guide is built around one idea: give the fire, gather the pack. Whether the person on your list spends weekends at a campsite, in a rig on a forest road, or in their own backyard, here's gear that makes that part of the day easier, warmer and a little more fun.

How the sale works

• Early Access (email & SMS subscribers): Thu Nov 19, 9 AM ET – Sun Nov 22, 11:59 PM PT. 20% off sitewide with your Early Access code, plus a free PACKFIRE x Nomadix Blanket ($70 value) when you spend $100+, while supplies last. Get Early Access.
• Black Friday Sale (everyone): Mon Nov 23 – Tue Dec 1, 11:59 PM ET. 20% off sitewide, applied automatically. No code needed.

Sale prices are shown below.

The Big Gift: A Fire That Goes Anywhere

PACKFIRE 22" Foldable Fire Pit: $319 during the sale (reg. $399)

For the camper, overlander or tailgater who already has the tent and the cooler, this is the upgrade. PACKFIRE folds completely flat into its included backpack, and QuickDraw™ legs click into place without tools, so it goes from backpack to burning in about 15 seconds. ClearBurn™ secondary combustion pulls smoke back into the flames for roughly 80% less smoke, which means the group can sit close instead of rotating chairs all night. The PACKFIRE 22" fire pit goes wherever your rig goes.

Best for: the person who says "we should have a fire" on every trip.

Ember Foldable Fire Pit: $159 during the sale (reg. $199)

Ember takes the PACKFIRE design down to tabletop size: a 10" rim, 9.2" tall, 7.4 lbs with its carry case. Same foldable design, tool-free QuickDraw™ setup, and a top ring that recirculates heat to burn off smoke before it reaches you. It's the gift for patios, balconies, tailgates and small backyards.

Best for: the host, the tailgater, and anyone who's short on space but not on plans.

Under $150: Gear That Makes the Fire Better

• Splitter Kit: $100 (reg. $125). Makes kindling in seconds with a safer, controlled wedge design. No swinging a hatchet in the dark.
• LNT Ash Pan: $100 (reg. $125). Fits the PACKFIRE 22" and makes leave-no-trace cleanup fast: let the fire burn down, pan out the ash, pack it out.
• Spark Ranger: $79 (reg. $99). A spark screen with a swing hatch, so you can add wood without lifting the whole screen off.
• PACKFIRE x Nomadix Blanket: FREE with $100+ orders during Early Access (Nov 19–22, while supplies last); $56 during the public sale (reg. $69.95). A limited-edition festival blanket that's sand-resistant and easy to shake out. Lives in the truck, gets used everywhere.

Under $50: Small Gifts for Everyone on Your List

• Weather Guard: $24 (reg. $30). UV- and water-resistant everyday cover for PACKFIRE.
• Surface Guard for Ember: $20 (reg. $25) / for PACKFIRE: $40 (reg. $50). A heat-resistant base so the fire can go on decks, patios and tables without worry.
• Weather Shield: $40 (reg. $50). A hard steel cover that protects PACKFIRE between uses.
• PACKFIRE x Nomadix Towel: $32 (reg. $39.95). Ultralight, quick-drying, and packs down to almost nothing.

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Fuel the Fire: ClearBurn™ Firewood and Fire Starters

The gift that gets used the same night. ClearBurn™ fuel is made to light fast and burn clean, with no binders, glues or chemicals.

• ClearBurn™ Firewood: $48 (reg. $60). A box of 12 hardwood bricks for hotter flames and a cleaner burn in the PACKFIRE 22".
• ClearBurn™ Kindling, 11": $28 (reg. $34.99). Kiln-dried hickory and oak, cut to get fires started faster and cleaner.
• ClearBurn™ Tabletop Firewood, 6": $24 (reg. $29.99). 70 compact kiln-dried hickory and oak sticks, sized for the Ember fire pit.
• ClearBurn™ Firestarters: $20 (reg. $24.99). 30 starters made from sawdust, wood chips and wax. The easiest small gift on this list.

Pair any fire pit with a box of fuel so the fire burns hotter and cleaner.

Not Sure Which Fire Pit?

Pick by where they'll use it most. Campsites, tailgates, overlanding and big backyard nights point to the PACKFIRE 22". Patios, balconies and tabletop gatherings point to the Ember. Our guide to choosing the right fire pit size walks through it in more detail. Living on the road? Read why a smokeless fire pit belongs in your van kit. Hosting at home? Start with how to plan the perfect backyard party.

Gift Timing

Orders over $100 ship free with delivery in 2–3 business days in the contiguous U.S., so orders placed by Tue Dec 1 have plenty of time to arrive before the holidays. Every PACKFIRE and Ember also comes with a free year of The Dyrt PRO ($59 value), a gift inside the gift.

FAQs

What's a good gift for someone who loves camping?

Gear that solves an end-of-day problem gets used most. A portable fire pit that sets up in seconds, a kindling splitter, an ash pan to pack out the ash, or a quick-drying towel all earn a spot in the pack.

What's the best fire pit for a small backyard or patio?

A tabletop fire pit like the 10" Ember fits small spaces and pairs with a Surface Guard for decks and tables. Always check local fire rules before you burn.

Are portable fire pits allowed at campsites?

Many campgrounds allow raised, contained fire pits, but rules vary by park and season. Check local restrictions before you go. Our guide to campsites that allow portable fire pits is a good starting point.

Is PACKFIRE smokeless?

No fire is completely smoke-free, especially right after lighting. ClearBurn™ secondary combustion cuts smoke by roughly 80% once the fire is going; dry, seasoned wood helps most.

The fire is where everyone ends up.

Everything's 20% off through Tue Dec 1.

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