Planning a family vacation to one of our National Parks? These are my favorite National Park gifts and souvenirs, perfect for surprising the family with a National Park trip as a special birthday, Christmas, or spontaneous gift. Gifting a "park-inspired" present ahead of the getaway is a fun way to build anticipation for your National Park vacay.
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The Best National Parks Map Gifts
Maps are a great souvenir to celebrate your adventures. These beautiful map gifts are our favorites.
Xplorer Maps': Blankets, Tote Bags, Mugs, and Travel Cups
I LOVE Xplorer Maps' beautiful products and gifts, especially for our National Park trips. They sell beautiful soft blankets, tote bags, mugs, travel cups, and jigsaw puzzles with artistic maps featuring many destinations in the U.S., including National Parks, states, and cities. We have tote bags, blankets, and puzzles, and every beautiful product is of great quality.
Scratch-Off National Park Map
Maps are a great way to document your adventures. Price Range: $20-30 This cool Scratch Off Map of the United States with landmarks is our family's favorite way to track our adventures together. This bundle also comes with a US National Parks Scratch Off Poster.
Our Favorite National Parks Books and Decor
Commemorate your trip with art and photography.
Firefly Experience by Radim Schreiber
One of my favorite memories in the National Parks was seeing the synchronous fireflies in the Great Smoky Mountains. I first learned of these amazing fireflies through the photography of artist Radim Schreiber. Schreiber's book is a masterpiece capturing the beauty of this natural phenomenon. Learn How to See the Synchronous Fireflies in the Smoky Mountains here.
National Geographic Secrets of the National Parks
National Geographic Secrets of the National Parks is a beautiful book with the best tips for exploring the highlights and lesser-known areas of each National Park. This is our favorite National Park guidebook.
The Best National Parks Bucket List Travel Water Bottle
Record and display your memories of all the National Parks in the USA using the vibrant waterproof stickers provided. The 32oz stainless steel bottle with double walls can keep your drinks cold for 24 hours and hot for 12 hours. It features a matte powder-coated finish and is resistant to sweat.
National Parks Christmas Ornaments
Christmas tree ornaments are a popular vacation souvenir. These ornaments are made of high-quality ceramic material and one for each National Park. With a design permanently printed on both sides of the flat round ceramic ornament, measuring approximately 2.85 inches, this is a beautiful keepsake.
This wooden Christmas Ornamental Set features 36 ornaments in 12 different styles, 3 pieces for each - perfect for families.
Postcards
These beautiful postcards represent all 63 National Parks with beautiful vintage artwork.
The Best National Parks Games & Puzzle Gifts
These are our family's favorite National Parks games and puzzles.
Trekking the National Parks
Trekking the National Parks is a blast for fans of the National Parks. It takes about an hour to play this strategy game for 1-5 players ages 10+. The 3rd Edition includes upgraded components, improved artwork, and a new Solo Mode. This game was designed by a family who loves our National Parks and it is a great way to learn more about each location.
National Parks Trivia Game
Challenge your family to a game of trivia learning fun facts about all 63 National Parks.
Vintage Poster Puzzles by MyPuzzle
Vintage posters of American destinations are another favorite collectible puzzle. MyPuzzle.com offers a beautiful selection of puzzles for the National Parks, the states, and overseas travel.
Our Favorite Travel Journals
Even in this digital age, as a digital creator, I still love old-fashioned pencil and paper (I am partial to #2 pencils with erasers). There is something special about writing your memories on paper and documenting your finds. Price range: $10-50.
Field Notes
These charming pocket-sized books are perfect for your National Park journey. Each one is a 3.5x5.5" memo book containing 48 pages of graph paper. You can purchase bundles that include your favorite parks. Currently, there are designs available for 18 parks.
National Parks Travel Journal
Our girls counted the bison and bears in Yellowstone National Park, waterfalls and bears in the Smoky Mountains, twists and turns through the Black Hills, mules in the Grand Canyon, and reptiles in the Badlands. This National Parks Travel Journal is a beautiful keepsake. Bonus: A portion of each purchase is donated to the National Parks Foundation!
Nature Journal
Our family LOVES nature travel! We visit State Parks, waterfalls, wildlife, rivers, forests, and mountains on our getaways. This Nature Journal is perfect for outdoor adventures.
Travel Journal
This Travel Journal, with stickers, is perfect for any adventure.
The Best Practical Gifts for National Parks Travelers
These items are essential and useful for your National Park vacation.
Small Travel First-Aid Kit
If you've traveled with me before (family, friends, troops, and groups I've led), you know I never leave without a First Aid Kit. My daughters keep them in their cars and have mini-versions in their backpacks. I keep a large complete set in my vehicle, always have bandaids, sanitizing wipes, and Neosporin in my purse, and take small kits on the go. Price range: $10-50.
I love this small travel first-aid kit for quick jaunts (think places with easy access to more care if needed). This kit comes in many designs, but the nature lover in me is partial to the woodland pattern.
First Aid Kit
This large First Aid Kit is the one we keep in our vehicles, take camping, and have on hand for larger emergencies.
Personalized Water Bottles
For a special gift for the adventurer in your life consider a custom water bottle! Price range $20-50.
You can personalize these bottles with names, phrases, nicknames, or beloved quotes to make it extra special.