Ultimate Guide: 60+ National Parks Gifts for Park Lovers of Every Age

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Last updated on October 22nd, 2025 at 01:31 pm

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National Parks have been called America’s Best Idea, and it’s easy to see why! If you – or someone you love – can’t get enough of these incredible places, you’re in the right spot!

Hi there! My name is Cindy. My goal is to help fellow adventurers discover exciting new outdoor experiences.

In the US, I’ve traveled to 49 states and 35 national parks. National parks hold a special place in my heart. If you’re here, you can likely relate or know someone who can!

There is no better way to remember past trips and encourage future unforgettable national park memories than with thoughtful gifts that bring the spirit of the parks into everyday life!

I’ve compiled tons of examples of gifts for the national park lover in your life… even if that’s you! (I personally love to display reminders of the parks I’ve visited throughout my home and would adore any of the gifts on this list!)

I’ve put together the ultimate guide to national parks gifts. Whether you’re shopping for Christmas, a birthday, or a “just because” gift, I’ve got you covered!

Shop now or save this for when the next birthday, holiday, or special occasion inevitably rolls around!

Decorative & Home Items

Looking for national parks gifts that add a touch of adventure to any home or RV? These decorations are the perfect way to show some national park pride!

National Parks Pillow

These embroidered pillows, each dedicated to a different national park, are true works of art. With names of notable landmarks and charming illustrations, they’re a cozy reminder of your best memories made in the parks. 

Watercolor Prints

It’s hard to capture the unique beauty of our national parks, but these watercolor prints do a pretty darn good job! Choose from scenes in Bryce Canyon, Glacier, Grand Teton, Grand Canyon, Joshua Tree, the Rocky Mountains, Yellowstone, Yosemite, and Zion.

Personalized Artwork

Looking for something more personal? This talented artist creates personalized prints that put you right back into your national parks trip. This is the perfect gift for those who were too busy enjoying the view to get that one great group photo.

Posters

These WPA-style national park posters are a great way to bring color and history to any space. The retro designs nod to the WPA’s original posters from the 1930s, making it a charismatic statement piece in any room.

Looking for a slightly different vintage vibe? The detail in this line of posters by WorldVibeStudio will make you feel like you’re in the parks… which is the next best thing to actually being there!

National park posters on a wall, posters by WorldVibeStudio

Or, ParksPosters’ shop on Etsy lets you choose any three national park posters! This would be the perfect gift for someone who’s recently taken – or is about to take – a multi-park trip!

National Park posters on a wall from ParksPosters' shop on Etsy

Scratch-Off Map

This scratch-off map lets you reveal new places you’ve visited in the United States and serves as a satisfying visual record of your travels. It includes national parks, highest peaks, highways, and more!

Travelization Scratch Off Map of United States 36″ x 24″ Frameable USA Scratch Map with National Parks, Highest Peaks and Vibrant Colors, Ideal for Travelers, Black
  • Display and Track Your Travel Adventures: Premium gold coating, vibrant colors and close attention to detail make this state scratch off map a beautiful addition to your decor. Share travel stories and plan your next trip with this extra large USA scratch off map.

Wooden National Park Tracker

This handcrafted wooden national parks map allows national park travelers to mark each park they’ve explored with small wooden trees.

Color-In Mug

This interactive mug comes with a marker to help you fill in the national parks as you check them off your list! The perfect addition to any national park traveler’s collection.

National Park Scratch-Off Cards

This set comes complete with 63 cards—one for each national park. Learn more about each park before you visit, and scratch to reveal a picture of the park after you’ve visited!

Mugs

These ceramic mugs feature an iconic scene from a national park on the outside and a map of the park on the inside. Snag your Arches, Acadia, Yosemite mug, or see more here!

At first glance, this is a sleek black mug with the name and location of your favorite national park. But fill it with something hot, and it comes to life as the landscape and night sky appear!

Coasters

These beautifully illustrated coasters, created by StoneArchMerchants on Etsy, highlight the different parks. Mix and match them to create the ultimate coffee table conversation starter!

beautifully illustrated coasters, created by StoneArchMerchants on Etsy

Glassware

Bold and vibrant designs on these drinking glasses capture the essence of the 15 most visited national parks. Plus, only two of 131 customers gave this product less than 5 stars… the reviews are in, and these glasses are a must-have!

Incense

This National Park incense collection from Good & Well Supply Co. offers scents tailored to many of the most popular national parks. Choose from notes of maple and sandalwood from the Great Smoky Mountains, hints of cedarwood and lavender from Joshua Tree, and many more! Plus, the tins’ designs are perfect for display as decoration, even after the incense is gone!

Candles

More into candles than incense? You’re in luck! Good & Well also offers a line of national park candles. Same great scents, plus a wider variety of parks to choose from. They also offer bundles of three candles, like their Parks of the Pacific Northwest set and Parks of the American Southwest set.

An ornament where you can include up to 7 national parks

Looking for a thoughtful Christmas gift to give to a national parks enthusiast? This ornament on Etsy by TrackYourAdventure can be personalized with a year, family name, and up to 7 national parks. The perfect gift for a family wrapping up a year full of travel!

personalized ornament from Etsy made by TrackYourAdventure

Tea Towel

This tea towel features all 63 national parks and cute cartoons corresponding to each one! Add it to your kitchen towel collection or display it as decor!

Personalized National Park Sign

Looking for the perfect wedding present for two national parks enthusiasts? This custom wooden national park sign on Etsy by TimberandStain would make the perfect wedding-day photo op!

a custom wooden national park sign on Etsy by TimberandStain

WPA Series Note Cards

This set includes eight notecards, each with WPA-style artwork from a different national park. They’re perfect for writing notes, displaying on a desk, or framing as mini works of art.

National Parks 2026 Calendar

For anyone who still loves a physical calendar, this 2026 National Parks calendar makes the perfect end-of-year gift. Photos range from national parks like the Grand Canyon and Everglades to national historic sites like Abraham Lincoln’s home.

Practical Gifts

For some people, the best gifts are the ones they can actually use! But practical doesn’t have to mean boring. Here are some national park gifts that combine everyday functionality with each park’s personality!

Sunglasses

Goodr offers a great line of sunglasses inspired by many national parks. Each pair features unique colors and designs associated with different parks. Think lush green for Everglades National Park, icy white for Rocky Mountain National Park, or golden tones for the Grand Canyon National Park. Find the perfect pair here!

Neck Gaiter

Whether you’re embarking on an epic national park adventure or taking an impromptu day trip to your favorite local trail, a neck gaiter is a highly versatile piece of gear to invest in. Wrap it around your neck to protect your neck from the sun, soak it in water to cool off on a hot day, or wear it as a headband to keep your hair and sweat out of your face!

These neck gaiters from the McGovern Outdoor Store feature detailed maps of national parks, including the Great Smoky Mountains and Glacier.

Knife

A reliable pocket knife is a must-have for any adventurer, whether you’re camping, hiking, or RVing. And with national park-themed designs, you can carry a bit of your favorite park wherever you go.

This national park-themed line of Swiss Army knives from REI blends functionality with style. Choose from several national park styles, including Mount Rainier, the Rocky Mountains, and Yosemite, and enjoy added features like a nail file and scissors!

For something a little different, this folding knife from Uncommon Goods has an intricate wooden handle engraved by local artists. Choose from the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, or the Great Smoky Mountains.

Plus – a portion of the proceeds goes to Leave No Trace!

Blankets

Blankets are a versatile gift for outdoor lovers — perfect for cozy campfire nights, picnics with a view, chilly morning hikes, or stargazing under the open sky.

Rumpl Puffy Blanket

When it comes to camping blankets, Rumpl is the cream of the crop.

These blankets are insulated like a sleeping bag, making them the perfect counterpart for chilly nights by the fire. Rumpl offers dozens of designs, many of which are inspired by national parks. As a bonus, they’re made from 100% recycled water bottles, so this is a purchase you can feel good about. 

Rumpl Original Puffy Yosemite National Park Blanket for Camping and Outdoors, V2, Yosemite
  • Yosemite National Park-themed insulated puffer blanket features technical materials found in premium sleeping bags and jackets; designed for camping, hiking, travel, picnics, beach days, and more

Nomadix Puffer Blanket

Another top-tier blanket option is this bestselling national parks map blanket from eco-friendly adventure brand Nomadix!

McGovern Lightweight Fleece Blankets

These lightweight fleece blankets feature ultra-detailed maps of national parks and are made from 100% recycled material. Choose from Yellowstone, Great Smoky Mountains, or Grand Teton National Parks!

Want to go with a blanket that celebrates all 63 national parks in its design? Check out this illustrated map blanket, which features every national park and a small illustration of an iconic sight from each.

Personalized Blanket

Want a blanket that can be customized? This woven throw blanket on Etsy by dispatchtofriendco is designed in the classic national park style, and it can be personalized with your family’s name. 

A woven throw blanket on Etsy by dispatchtofriendco

Towels

Towels are a practical, packable gift every outdoor lover can use — whether for swimming at a lake, showering at a campground, or drying off after a sweaty hike.

Laek Towel

This vintage-style national park towel from Laek is genuinely one of a kind. On the functional side, it is lightweight, ultra-absorbent, and packs down small.

Stylistically, it features a map of all US national parks on one side and information like the year established, geographic coordinates, and total acreage on the other. 

Nomadix Towel

Nomadix also offers a durable and lightweight towel with a map of the national parks.

National Parks Water Bottle

We all know someone who never goes anywhere without their trusty water bottle. If that person also happens to love the national parks, shopping for them just got a whole lot easier! This engraved bottle features all 63 national parks and comes with matching stickers to add on as each park is crossed off the recipient’s bucket list! Plus – 3% of all proceeds support the National Parks Conservation Association.

Wondery Parks of the USA® Water Bottle With 63 Waterproof Stickers of Parks (USA), 32 oz Stainless Steel Water Bottle for Traveling, Hiking, Camping, National Park Gifts- BLACK
  • We made the ORIGINAL National Parks bottle and sticker concept in 2020. Track all of your National Park adventures with our intricately developed water bottle and corresponding colorful souvenir stickers

Phone Case

Carry a reminder of your favorite park with you everywhere you go with this national park-inspired line of phone cases! Choose from a broad range of designs, like this Starry Night-inspired illustration of Arches National Park and this WPA-style picture of Olympic National Park.

Find your favorite here!

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America the Beautiful Annual Pass

This may not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about gifts to give, but this is arguably the most practical, useful, and thoughtful gift on this list! The National Park Service offers the America the Beautiful annual pass, which provides an entire year of admission to all National Park Service sites!

If you know the person you are gifting plans to visit more than a few national parks in the next year and doesn’t already have this pass, then for only $80 (or $20 for those 62 and older), this is the perfect gift, buying their entry to their future park adventures!

Park Tours

Tour experiences are a fantastic gift for someone planning a trip to a national park!

Here are some options near the three most popular national parks:

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Zion National Park

Grand Canyon National Park

Or click here to search for tours in or near a different national park.

Apparel

These national parks apparel items are the perfect way to show off your love for the great outdoors wherever you go!

Hat

Show your support for America’s national parks with this park supporter bison cap! 100% of all purchases from this site go toward supporting the national parks.

Beanie

These beanies are the perfect winter gift for national park lovers. Bring it along for cold-weather adventures, or, if it’s too cold for you to hit the trails, wear it as a reminder of the warm, sunny adventures that lie ahead!

Tote Bag

I don’t know about you, but I can never have too many tote bags. These reusable bags are not only awesome for the planet, but they also bring a little bit of adventure into your everyday life!

Made from 100% recycled cotton and featuring a map of all the US national parks, this tote bag is a wonderful addition to any home!

Socks

Okay, maybe not the most exciting gift on this list… but one you know will be put to good use! These national park socks come in a variety of designs, including Grand Teton, Yellowstone, Acadia, and more

You can never go wrong with some Smokey Bear gear! Snag this pair of socks as a reminder of the role we all play in protecting our country’s natural beauty.

T-Shirts and Sweatshirts

T-shirts and sweatshirts are timeless national parks gifts — comfortable, wearable, and perfect for showing off park pride wherever your adventures take you.

Mountain Moverz Shirts and Sweatshirts

This awesome line of T-shirts and sweatshirts features unique designs for dozens of different national parks. I have a ton of these tees and love them!

Foxburys Shirts

Foxburys’ Etsy shop offers a different design of t-shirts. What I love about this shop is that it carries shirts for the most popular national parks—like Yellowstone and Yosemite—but also for some less popular ones that aren’t featured on many of these websites, like Mesa Verde and Big Bend!

A National Park shirt from Foxburys' Etsy shop

Homage Shirts

Like the previous site, this site also offers shirts for many of the less-visited national parks, like Cuyahoga Valley, and even some international national parks, like Banff National Park in Canada!

Food & Drink

For the national park lover who also appreciates a good drink or a cozy beverage, these gifts bring the spirit of the outdoors straight to the table. 

Tea Sampler

This national park tea sampler includes 10 distinct blends inspired by the sights and smells of 10 national parks, including Arches, Yosemite, Zion, and more!

Yellowstone Bourbon

With 150 years under its belt, Yellowstone Bourbon has truly perfected its craft. It makes for a perfect gift for a host or a known whiskey aficionado. Select from bottles of Old Fashioned, single barrel bourbon, single malt whiskey, and more.

Plus, as a proud partner of the National Parks Conservation Association, it’s a great brand to support!

Mill Keeper Wine

The Mill Keeper produces premium wine and is also partnered with the National Parks Conservation Association. Bringing one of their bottles to a dinner party or celebration not only makes a great impression — it also helps protect the parks for future generations. A perfect way to toast to nature, good company, and lasting memories.

For Collectors

Know someone who enjoys collecting keepsakes from their travels? Check out this series of national park collectibles like magnets, pins, medallions, and more! Take a look and pick something they’ll love.

Map Savers

In the age of digital navigation, there’s still something special about collecting physical maps from your travels. For those who share this affection for paper maps, this map saver on Etsy by AstroVanFund is a really unique and thoughtful way to help save and organize national park maps. 

A map saver on Etsy by AstroVanFund

Map Box

If you’d rather showcase your collection of national park maps, this vintage map box on Etsy by TheKokomoLighthouse is the perfect way to do just that. It adds a touch of nostalgia and makes for an excellent conversation starter!

A vintage map box on Etsy by TheKokomoLighthouse

Patches

Thelonebison’s Etsy shop offers embroidered iron-on patches for the different national parks. The cohesive designs make them look fantastic all together, but they are distinct enough that each park’s character really shines!

embroidered iron-on patches from Thelonebison's Etsy shop

For Artsy Outdoor Lovers

Shopping for an artsy national parks enthusiast? Here are a few ideas to help them join their love of the outdoors with their passion for art.

Embroidery Kit

This embroidery kit comes with everything you’ll need to stitch a beautiful scene from one of four national parks: the Rocky Mountains, Yellowstone, Yosemite, or Zion. It’s a relaxing and creative way to bring the beauty of nature indoors.

Watercolor Painting Set

For the national park enthusiast who loves to paint, this watercolor set is a perfect choice. This set comes with a watercolor palette, a brush, and 24 national park scenes to paint. A fun and creative way to put your own spin on your favorite parks!

National Parks Activity Kit

This National Parks Activity Kit has a little bit of everything for the hands-on national park enthusiast – fun facts and travel tips about all 63 parks, a 24-page coloring book, and original stickers for each park!

Games & Toys

Have a young explorer in your life you’re looking to shop for? It’s never too early to help spark their love of this country’s beautiful national parks! Or shopping for a not-so-young explorer who is still young at heart? You’re never too old to play! From activity books to games, these gifts are perfect for inspiring curiosity and adventure.

Passport Books

If the person you are gifting is a traveler who loves tracking their adventures but doesn’t have this item yet, then these journals would be one of the most meaningful national parks gifts you can give!

These passport books let them collect stamps and memories from every park they visit — a keepsake that only gets better with time.

The Classic Edition

Cindy's national parks passport book

I’ve had the classic edition passport book since I was a kid, and I still use it today!

The Collector’s Edition

Ripley's national parks passport book

I purchased this new collector’s edition passport book for my daughter to get her started with her stamps on her first National Park visit!

📒 Note: If you’re thinking the book seems quite large, the recipient can always stamp a blank piece of paper on their trip and then glue it into their book later. (We often do that, so we don’t have to bring the book into the park and lug it around on a hike.)

The Junior Ranger Passport

The junior ranger passport book is packed with tons of kid-friendly information and interactive activities to help inspire and teach kids about our national parks!

Once my daughter is reading, I will very likely get her this one to use on trips, while I keep her classic edition passport book for her, to gift to her when she’s older.

Passport Bundle

Want to grab the adult and kids’ version at once? This bundle includes one junior ranger passport and one classic edition passport – perfect for family adventures.

Activity Book

This colorful activity book is packed with national park-themed facts and games that will entertain kids (and kids-at-heart!) during long days of travel or at the campsite. Capture your own memories in the spaces provided – perfect for any nature-filled adventure!

Junior Ranger Hat

Let your little explorer feel like a real ranger! This safari hat is perfect for hiking, exploring, and leading the way through every wild journey.

Bingo

Bingo is the ultimate family-friendly game for at home and on the go. Match all the animals in this junior ranger bingo set and get ready to yell “bingo!”

MasterPieces Officially Licensed Games – Jr Ranger Bingo Game – Tabletop Game for Kids & Family
  • MasterPieces Officially Licensed Games – Jr Ranger Bingo Game – Tabletop Game for Kids & Family

Scrapbook Kit

This one’s for those of you who, like me, love looking back on your park memories!

You can bring your adventures to life with this deluxe scrapbook kit! It’s filled with park-inspired pages, stickers, journaling cards, and more. It has everything you need to record every memory from the adventure of a lifetime!

Toys

These mini collectible block sets allow builders to recreate the most iconic scenes in national parks. Also available in other national parks like Mammoth Cave, Gateway Arch, Joshua Tree, and more!

Buying for a junior ranger who is more interested in the animals than the landscapes? Take a look at these national park-inspired animal block sets! Whether their newest obsession is prairie dogs from the Badlands, sharks from the Everglades, or black bears from the Great Smoky Mountains, this present is sure to be a hit with them! 

Bark Ranger Stuffed Animal

An adorable stuffed animal is a great memento of your travels for little ones (or even big ones). Take these little plush buddies along for the ride so they can enjoy the adventure, too! Choose from a border collie or a yellow lab, or shop for more plush toys here!

Jigsaw Puzzles

Anyone who loves spending time exploring in the great outdoors and curling up with a puzzle in the great indoors is sure to love these next few national parks gifts! These national park jigsaw puzzles range in difficulty from 48 pieces for beginner puzzle-lovers to 1000 pieces for puzzle pros!

48 pieces (ages 4+)

This colorful jigsaw puzzle is great for introducing young explorers to everything the national parks have to offer!

240 pieces

This 240-piece mini-puzzle depicts nine iconic national park retro posters and is perfect for a lazy day at home spent dreaming about your next adventure!

500 pieces (ages 8+)

This puzzle shines a light on the diversity and beauty of the national parks. From waterfalls to wildlife, canyons to wetlands, this puzzle – just like the national parks – has a bit of everything!

(It’s rated for ages 8 and up, but if you ask me, this could keep most adults busy for a while!)

This 1,000-piece vintage national parks puzzle

For the most ambitious puzzle lovers, this 1,000-piece puzzle highlights some iconic vintage national park images. 

If you’re looking for a puzzle dedicated to a specific park, ElneitPuzzle’s Etsy shop offers puzzles depicting each of the 63 national parks! These are perfect for building excitement before a trip or revisiting favorite memories afterward.

a 1,000 piece puzzle from ElneitPuzzle's Etsy shop

National Parks Monopoly

This special edition Monopoly game is all about the US national parks… and, as always, collecting cash and staying out of jail! Expand your knowledge about the parks while enjoying this classic-for-a-reason board game!

Or, for a more child-focused spin on national park Monopoly, check out National Parks-Opoly!

Yahtzee: National Parks Edition

Yahtzee is a travel-friendly, fast-paced game that is perfect for family game night. Pack this national park-themed version for some fun on the road!

YAHTZEE National Parks Travel Edition | Classic Yahtzee Dice Game with a National Parks Theme | Perfect Travel Game for Families | Celebrate US National Parks Service
  • Classic Yahtzee game of rolling dice is a perfect travel game for families on the go as everything fits into the Yahtzee dice cup.

National Park Trivia

Test your national parks knowledge from Acadia to Zion in National Parks Pursuit! With questions covering content from Acadia to Zion, this trivia game is sure to be a hit!

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Funwares National Parks Pursuit Trivia Board Game Just Got Better – All 275 Trivia Questions Updated! Explore All 63 U.S. National Parks, Family Board Game for Kids, Teens and Adults, 2-6 Players
  • EXPERIENCE THE ADVENTURE: Embark on an exciting journey from Acadia to Zion with this updated game featuring all 63 U.S. National Parks. Enjoy vintage-style art and brand-new trivia questions that highlight the beauty and wonder of the parks.

Trekking

This board game may not have the name recognition as some other games listed in this section, but Trekking the National Parks has won awards and earned rave reviews from thousands! This game takes you across the country and through all the national parks, teaching you all about them as you go. Trekking is the perfect addition to your family’s game night rotation!

Underdog Games Trekking The National Parks – Award-Winning Family Board Game for Kids Ages 10+ – Easy to Learn, Fun Activities for 1-5 Players, Great for Family Bonding & for National Parks Lovers
  • AWARD-WINNING ADVENTURE – The Trekking the National Parks Board Game 3rd Edition features upgraded artwork, a new Solo Mode, and engaging play that blends fun with learning. A favorite among educational board games and outdoor enthusiasts.

Cribbage

Choose from any of the 63 parks to be at the center of your Cribbage board in the national park version of this classic game! 

Playing Cards

A deck of cards is a must-have for any road trip or vacation, and this national-park-themed deck from Uncommon Goods adds the perfect outdoor touch to poker, spades, or your family’s favorite card game!

Jr. Ranger Deck of Cards

This deck of junior ranger cards features fun and exciting animals on the cards, plus a cute nature-based twist on the four suits: leaves for hearts, berries for clubs, stones for diamonds, and acorns for spades!

Matching Game

Matching games are an excellent way to hone the cognitive skills – like attention span and logical reasoning – of kids and adults alike! Next time you and your little explorer are tired out from a day of physical activity in the great outdoors, break out this national parks matching game to give their brains a workout, too!

Animal Tracks Game

Shopping for the little animal lover in your life? Check out this matching game that is sure to teach adventurers of all ages a thing or two about animal tracks from all over the country!

Masterpieces Jr Ranger – Animal Tracks Matching Game – Fun Family Entertainment for Kids and Adults – Educational, Engaging, and Perfect for Game Night, Classroom Activities, and Interactive Play
  • PREMIUM PRODUCT DESIGN: The Masterpieces Jr Ranger – Animal Tracks Matching Game – Fun Family Entertainment for Kids and Adults – Educational Engaging and Perfect for Game Night Classroom Activities and Interactive Play is crafted with high-quality materials that ensure durability, functionality, and a standout look. This tabletop game also works great as premium quality.

National Parks Scrabble

We all know the timeless word game Scrabble… but this version has a fun national parks twist! Play standard Scrabble words for points, or earn extra points with the National Parks Bonus Cards! A must-have for any outdoor-loving fan of the original Scrabble game!

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USAOPOLY Scrabble: National Parks | Ages 8+ | 2-4 Players | 1 Set, Brown
  • The classic game of Scrabble with a National Parks theme – perfect for fans of Scrabble and the extensive National Park system.

Educational Resources

Travel guides, history books, and kids’ books make meaningful gifts that inspire learning, planning, and appreciation for the parks — both on and off the trail.

📚 These books below are some of my favorites! To see my complete list of favored national park books, including cookbooks, atlases, activity books, and more, click here!

Travel Guides

Complete National Parks of the United States: This National Geographic travel guide is the ultimate guide to the national parks. At 544 pages, this travel guide has no shortage of information. It is sure to help you plan and navigate a trip to any or all of the country’s national parks!

Hiking America’s National Parks: This hiking guide combines practical hiking advice with inspiring photography. With thousands of miles of trails in America’s national parks, this book encourages its readers to get out there and start hiking!

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National Park Adventure Guide: Covering all 63 US national parks, this book balances factual information with opportunities to document your own experiences! This book is the perfect gift for anyone about to start tackling their national parks bucket list.

63 National Park Adventure Guide: 2022 Edition (Includes New River Gorge!)
  • This 2021 Edition of our best-selling Adventure Guide includes New River Gorge National Park!

National Park History Books

The Wilderness Warrior: In this epic biography, you’ll read about the tale of Teddy Roosevelt and his quest to conserve the country’s most beautiful landscapes. A must-read for any history buff with an appreciation for the national parks!

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An American Idea: The Making of the National Parks: This book provides a concise, well-researched account of the creation of the national parks. A delightful resource for anyone interested in learning more about how our national parks came to be!

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Children’s Books

B is for Bison: This board book introduces the youngest explorers to the alphabet and the National Parks System… both pretty darn important, if you ask me! You and your little one will love the adorable illustrations and unique examples for each letter! Where else will you find “P is for petroglyph?”

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📝 Side Note: Another great board book by this author is Trees: A Count and Find Primer. This book has been wildly popular in my household! There are what seem like endless hidden animals and objects throughout the book that extend its reading possibilities much beyond counting the different trees. I highly recommend it for kids and parents alike!

Good Morning, National Parks: Start your day with a glimpse at the sunrise in national parks across the country, from Acadia in the east to Yosemite in the west, and plenty in between. See adorable illustrations of animals in the parks as they start their days!

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Good Morning, National Parks
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National Parks: America’s Best Idea DVD

This PBS film invites viewers to step into the history of America’s national parks. It reminds us how lucky we are to have access to some of the most breathtaking places on earth!

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Ken Burns: The National Parks: America’s Best Idea DVD
  • Philip Bosco, Adam Arkin, Andy Garcia (Actors)

With spectacular photographs, striking videos, and a fascinating glimpse into the people who helped create and preserve our national park system, this movie is a celebration and a call to action to continue protecting these beautiful parks.

History by Mail

One of the more unique gifts on this list, this National Parks History by Mail package offers 6 months’ worth of replicated historical documents, right to your recipient’s door! Have sketches, letters, and photos from the early days of the national parks delivered once a month.

Supporting National Parks Through Purchases

Here are some sites that deserve a special shoutout for the work they do to preserve and protect our national parks! Each one is highlighted for a standout product they sell, but be sure to check out their full collections to find something just right for you or a loved one!

The Landmark Project is an awesome brand that partners with nonprofit organizations like Leave No Trace and the U.S. Forest Service to make a positive impact and help conserve the wild places we love. Their collection of national park-inspired gear tags is a fun and functional way to show your appreciation for the great outdoors.

National Park Collective is committed to donating at least 1% of its revenue to support national park charities. They’ve got a line of posters by legendary outdoor photographer Ansel Adams featuring some of the most iconic scenes from our national parks.

As a certified B Corp, the Parks Project meets the highest standards of environmental and social responsibility. They have contributed more than $2.7 million to the National Parks System. Shop their Defend the Parks Gear to, as they say, “wear your values.”

This seller donates a portion of their proceeds to the National Parks Conservation Association. Their soft cotton socks with outdoor-inspired designs make for a cozy gift that gives back to a worthy cause. 

Other Resources for National Parks Gifts

Looking to give a gift directly to the foundations that help protect and preserve the national parks? Check out these resources to find out how your donations can help!

Volunteer Programs

Want to give the gift of your time? The National Park Service welcomes volunteers! Find ways to help support our national parks here.

Gifts by National Park

Interested in shopping for gifts by national park? Choose your national park here and see what they have to offer!

Shop the NPCA Store

If you want to shop directly from the National Parks Conservation Association, here is a link to their park store.

National Parks Gifts FAQs

Below are answers to some commonly asked questions about national parks gifts.

What is the best gift for someone who loves national parks?

It depends! You know them best, so ask yourself these questions:

  • Do they prefer something practical, decorative, or a little bit of both?
  • What is their experience with the National Parks? Do they have one park they love to return to again and again, or are they working their way through a bucket list to visit them all?
  • Would they prefer something personalized with their name, or something more timeless and vintage?

At the end of the day, the perfect gift will be different for everyone! The fun part for you is figuring out what that might be for your gift recipient!

Some of my personal favorites on this list are these WPA-style national park posters, this collection of T-shirts and sweatshirts, this water bottle, this collector’s edition passport book, and National Parks Monopoly.

Can you buy national park merchandise online?

Yes! All the links in this article lead to items that can be purchased online.

What is the #1 most visited national park?

The most visited national park is Great Smoky Mountains National Park, located on the border of North Carolina and Tennessee. With more than 12 million visitors in 2024, it had more visitors than the second- and third-most-visited national parks combined (Zion and Grand Canyon, respectively)!

What brands donate to national parks?

Many brands donate to or support the national parks in some way. Here are some of them: L.L. Bean, REI, Parks Project, Yellowstone Bourbon, Carhartt, Subaru, Melissa & Doug, and Nature Valley.

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Cindy Scott
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