40 Best REI Father’s Day Gifts 2025

Father’s Day is just weeks away, and if you’re struggling to find the perfect gift for your dad or father figure, REI is a great place to start. As usual, the site is well stocked with travel gear and outdoor essentials at any price point, so whether you’re shopping on a budget or in a position to splurge, rest assured, there’s something for everyone. 

In need of a little inspiration? As someone with a notoriously hard-to-shop-for dad, I’ve done the digging for you, scouring the depths of REI to uncover the 40 best gifts worth snagging for your loved one. Here, you’ll find a wide array of options across price points, with standout picks under $100, $50, $25, and even $10. I won’t divulge which ones I’m getting for my dad (that’s for him to find out!), but with prices starting at just $4, you’ll have no trouble finding something that suits your dad’s interests. 

REI Gifts Under $100

Brands like Vuori, Merrell, and Patagonia all have plenty of gear for $100 and under that your outdoorsy dad will love, whether he needs a fresh pair of hiking boots or a few trail-ready essentials. At $68, the Vuori Men’s Kore Shorts are sure to be a hit for both vacation wear and everyday adventures, and they’ll pair perfectly with the $55 Patagonia Men’s Capilene Cool Daily Graphic T-shirt, which is super soft and made for travel. Looking for something more functional? You can’t go wrong with the $65 Osprey Daylite Pack—it’s just the right size for trail days and sightseeing excursions alike. 

• Vuori Men’s Kore Shorts, $68
• Reef Men’s Cushion Bonzer Flip-flops, $60
• Osprey Daylite Pack, $65
• Merrell Men’s Moab 3 Stitch Hiking Shoes, $90 (originally $120)
• Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Poles, $100
• PrAna Men’s Stretch Zion Standard Pants, $98
• Patagonia Men’s Capilene Cool Daily Graphic T-shirt, $55
• REI Co-op Big Haul 28 Duffel, $100
• Cadence Sun Set, $58
• Peak Design Medium Shell Camera Cover, $55

Merrell Men’s Moab 3 Stitch Hiking Shoes

REI Co-op Big Haul 28 Duffel

REI Gifts Under $50

For under $50, you’ll find some of the best gifts in the comfy footwear and travel accessories department this Father’s Day. The shopper-loved Birkenstock Men’s Arizona Essentials EVA Sandals are just $50 and versatile enough for everything from beach days to city strolls—not to mention, they’re endlessly comfortable. If your dad struggles to keep his luggage organized, the Cotopaxi Cubos Del Dia Packing Cubes (also $50 for a trio) will be a game changer. And for keeping cords, chargers, and tech essentials tidy, the $30 Osprey Transporter Powerhouse Travel Pouch is another smart pick. 

• Birkenstock Men’s Arizona Essentials EVA Sandals, $50
• Cotopaxi Cubos Del Dia Packing Cubes Set of 3, $50
• Sherpani Rio Passport Wallet, $40
• Osprey Transporter Powerhouse Travel Pouch, $30 (originally $45)
• Sea to Summit Aeros Premium Traveler Pillow, $50
• Hydro Flask Coffee with Flex Sip Lid, $35
• Thule Subterra Powershuttle, $32
• Cocoon Ultralight AirCore Pack Pillow, $35
• Nite Ize RunOff Waterproof Phone Pouch, $35
• CTR Boonie Hat, $25 (originally $32)

Cotopaxi Cubos Del Dia Packing Cubes Set of 3

Osprey Transporter Powerhouse Travel Pouch

REI Gifts Under $25

REI is bursting with affordable gifts under $25 for your favorite traveler, and from organizational hacks to comfort essentials, these are the travel must-haves he wouldn’t buy for himself but will be happy to have. The Osprey Ultralight Stuff Waist Pack is a handy accessory for sightseeing and long travel days, and at $23, it leaves wiggle room in your budget to snag him something else on the list. The Matador Blackout Sleep Mask and Earplugs will help him actually get some rest on his next long-haul flight—plus, they pack away neatly when not in use. Even the ultra-handy Swiss Army Classic Knife clocks in at just $24 and makes for a timeless, practical gift.

• Osprey Ultralight Stuff Waist Pack, $23 (originally $30)
• Matador Blackout Sleep Mask and Earplugs, $25
• Osprey Luggage Customization Kit, $23 (originally $30)
• Chums Bandit Bi-fold Wallet, $17
• Gerber Driver Keychain Tool, $16
• Nite Ize Hitch Phone Anchor + Tether, $15
• Hydroflask Outdoor Tumbler, $25
• Matador Pill Canister, $20
• Chrome Kadet Organizer, $25
• Swiss Army Classic Knife, $24

Osprey Luggage Customization Kit

Hydroflask Outdoor Tumbler

REI Gift Under $10

If you’re shopping on a budget for Father’s Day this year, REI’s under-$10 travel essentials are nothing to turn your nose up at. Cautious travelers will relish the Sherpani RFID Credit Card Sleeve Set, which keeps cards and IDs safe from digital theft, but if you’re shopping for a boat-loving dad, don’t overlook the Sea to Summit Dry Bag Sling—it’s a steal at just $10. Even the smallest, most easily overlooked items can make for surprisingly great gifts: the Humangear GoTubb Small Containers, for example, are excellent for organizing toiletries and just $9. 

• Sherpani RFID Credit Card Sleeve Set, $7 
• Sea to Summit Dry Bag Sling, $10
• The Landmark Project Keychain, $8
• Matador Refillable Toothpaste Tubes, $10
• Matador BetaLock Accessory Cable, $10
• Sea to Summit Trek & Travel Pocket Laundry Wash, $6
• Natrapel Lemon Eucalypus Pump Spray Insect Repellent, $9
• Humangear GoTubb Small Containers, $9
• Cinch-a-lot Stretch Strap, $7
• Nite Ize S-biner SlideLock Stainless Steel Dual Carabiner, $4

The Landmark Project Keychain

Sea to Summit Dry Bag Sling

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