2025 Black Friday Deals for Hikers

I definitely believe that the outdoors is for everyone, but unfortunately one of the barriers to getting outside is having to buy tons of gear. And of course, that gear doesn’t come cheap!

I worked at the head office of a big outdoor retailer for six years, so I understand the seasonal sales cycle. One of my tried and true tips for getting deals on hiking and backpacking gear is to wait for sales. So of course in the run-up to the holidays, I’m always watching for Black Friday deals for hikers.

This year I’ve complied all the Black Friday deals for hikers together into one giant post so you can view them all at a glance. I’ve also provided my picks for the best gear from each of the sales and some tips on how to make sure it is really is a good deal.

This page was updated with the latest deals on November 27, 2025

This post includes:

• When are the sales? Key dates for Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Boxing Day
• The deals: A huge list of all outdoor retailers running holiday deals along with my picks for the best gear discounts. Includes deals for both Canadians and Americans.
• Retailers who don’t do Black Friday: A few retailers (like REI and Patagonia) don’t participate in Black Friday. But they do have alternative sales
• What gear is on sale: My ex-outdoor retail insider’s tips on what kind of gear you can find on sale and why
• Are Black Friday sales worse than they used to be? What happened to huge 70% off door buster deals?
• How to make sure you’re getting a good deal: Tips for spotting true deals and avoiding purchases you will regret.

Hey there: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission at no cost to you. Thanks for your support. -Taryn

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When are the Sales?

Some retailers have started to run Pre-Black Friday Sales in early November.

In 2025, Black Friday is on Friday November 28th. Look for lots of sales to start the week before and continue through the weekend. (Black Friday is now turning into Black Friday Week and Black Friday Weekend!)

Cyber Monday happens on the Monday immediately after Black Friday. In 2025, Cyber Monday is Monday December 1st.

Lots of outdoor brands also have general holiday sales throughout December and into the new year. I’ve got details on those below too.

The Deals

Here’s my running list of all the Black Friday and holiday sales on hiking and backpacking gear that I know about from American and Canadian retailers. I’ll keep them updated every day during the holiday shopping season. If you hear of other great deals, let me know in the comments and I’ll add them.

Note: Many of these retailers ship to both countries, but keep check shipping costs, duties, tariffs, and exchange rates carefully before you buy.

Canadian Deals

All Canadian Deals are in Canadian dollars and ship from Canada without additional duties or tariffs.

AllTrails

Black Friday: 50% off All Trails Plus – ends Dec 3

Altitude Sports

Black Friday Deals – Up to 50% off Sea to Summit, The North Face, Smartwool, and more

• 25% off Sea to Summit sleeping pads, sleeping bags, camp kitchen, and more – includes my fave Ether Light sleeping pad which made my list of my fave gear in 2024.
• Up to 50% off Smartwool socks, gloves, and toques
• Up to 40% off GSI camp kitchen gear
• 25% off Darn Tough socks – over 90 pairs on sale
• 15% off Katadyn water filters – includes my fave, the BeFree AC 1L
• 25% off Gregory packs – includes both hiking and backpacking packs
• 20% off Jetboil stoves and accessories – I just got the MiniMo stove since its so efficient in cold weather
• 30% off Marmot tents – includes some great budget backpacking tents
• 40% off MPOWERD Luci inflatable solar lanterns – great compact and lightweight lanterns for backpacking

Altitude Sports is running so many good deals that I’ve got a dedicated post: 2025 Altitude Sports Black Friday Sale: My Picks for the Best Deals

Amazon Canada

Black Friday Deals – Up to 40% off

• 37% off Garmin Instinct Solar GPS Watch – this is the watch I use for backpacking because it has the longest battery life, which I need for multi-day trips.
• 12% off Anker PowerCore 10k Power Bank – this is the one I bring on multi-day trips.
• 25% off Hamilton Beach Dehydrator – a great basic dehydrator for just $60
• 42% off Lifestraw Personal Water Filter – a great emergency option and so cheap at just $15
• 20% off Loop Quiet 2 Ear Plugs – my go-to reusable and comfortable earplugs for sleeping in noisy places like shared backcountry huts or near snorers. One of my winners for my fave gear of 2024.

Arc’teryx Canada

Black Friday Sale: Up to 30% off this season’s gear

Outlet Cyber Week: Take an extra 20% off already discounted gear. Ends Dec 1.

• 60% off Arc’teryx Alpha FL 30 backpack – Their fast and light yet durable day pack designed for climbing and scrambling.
• 48% off Arc’teryx Beta Rain Pants – Their high end Gore-tex pants. Tons of sizes available as long as you want dark purple pants.

Athleta Canada

Black Friday – 30% or more off almost everything

• 40% off Altitude fleece-lined stash leggings – These are my fave winter leggings. They are made of stretchy fleece that is warm but still breathable. I own two pairs!
• 40% off Interval sports bras – A great basic sports bra. I’ve got three of these and they have held up well to tons of use (backpacking, hiking, gym, etc. for the last few years)

Backroad Map Books

Black Friday Sale: 15% off almost everything

Bass Pro/Cabela’s Canada

Black Friday Sale: Up to 50% off. Ends Dec 3.

Columbia Canada

Black Friday: Almost everything on sale + 50% off top deals

evo Canada

Black Friday sale – up to 60% off

Gear Trade

Black November – new items on sale daily from brands like Gossamer Gear and Hyperlite. Ends Dec 1

Helly Hansen Canada

Black Friday: 25% off site-wide

50% off past-season gear

lululemon Canada

Black Friday – Up to 50% off

Mark’s

Black Friday – Up to 70% off. Ends Nov 26.

MEC

Black Friday – Up to 50% off

• 40% off Garmin inReach Mini 2: This is the satellite messenger I use and recommend. I’ve never seen it this cheap before (it’s usually 25 to 30% off at most). Ends Jan 2.
• 40% Nemo Mayfly Osmo 2-person and 3-person tents – a roomy yet lightweight backpacking tent at the lowest price I’ve ever seen it (it’s usually 25% off at most). Ends Dec 3.
• 20% off MEC Waterproof Revolution Over-Mitts – While these are designed for biking, I use these for rainy hikes. I layer them over fleece gloves and they keep me totally dry. Ends Dec 3.
• 20% off MEC down and synthetic puffy slippers and booties – I love these for around the house and hut trips. I’m wearing a pair as I type this. They also make great gifts. Ends Dec 3.
• Up to 51% off Scarpa hiking boots and trail runners – includes their popular Kailash Gore-Tex boots and Rush trail runners
• 25% off Osprey packs – this is a discount on brand new packs, not clearance packs from previous years
• Up to 60% off Outdoor Research clothing – includes lots of hiking clothing
• 34% off Zoleo satellite messengers – a cheaper option than the InReach – only $139. Ends Dec 31.
• 40% off MEC X SERRATUS Pace UL 40 Pack – MEC’s take on an ultralight with lightweight materials and a removable framesheet. Just $114. Ends Dec 3. 
• Up to 38% off Hydro Flask bottles and tumblers – I love these insulated bottles for winter trips or daily use. I find them too heavy for backpacking though. Ends Dec 1.
• 30% off MEC Talon 0C Quilt – MEC’s take on a lightweight quilt. A great option for summer backpacking with a low weight of 635g. Just $210. Ends Nov 26. 
• 20% off MEC Spark UL 3-person tent – I have the 1-person version of this tent and it is incredible value. It’s comparable in weight and features to the MSR Hubba Hubba for far less money. Plus it uses magnets instead of a zipper to close the vestibule, which I love. Ends Nov 26. 
• 25% off Black Diamond headlamps, climbing gear, skis, trekking poles, and more – these items usually only go on sale when they are discontinued so this is a rare chance to get a deal on brand new gear
• 25% off Smartwool socks – Plus $2 from every sock purchase goes to the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society – ends Dec 2
• Up to 34% off Arc’teryx – Includes jackets, hiking clothing, and footwear
• 20% off Mountain Hardwear sleeping bags – includes the UL Phantom bags which are soo light for 3- and 4-season bags
• 20% off Rab sleepng bags – includes their ultralight Mythic bags

Mountain Hardwear Canada

Holiday Sale: 20% off

• 20% off Mountain Hardwear Dynama pants – my fave hiking pants. I own three pairs. Great fit, lightweight, dry quickly, not too hot – the best!
• 20% off Mountain Hardwear Crater Lake sun hoodies – my fave sun hoodie. Soft, quick-drying fabric that doesn’t feel like plastic when it gets wet and isn’t too hot too wear.

Mountain Warehouse Canada

Black Friday – 50% or more off everything. Ends Dec 9.

• Plus use my exclusive code AFFCACW10 for an extra 10% off – the code stacks. Ends Nov 30.

Nomad Nutrition

Black Friday – 40% off all backpacking meals with code BFCM2025

Outdoor Research Canada

Holiday Deals: 25% off sitewide – use code HOLIDAYDEALS. Ends Dec 1.

Rad Power Bikes Canada

Black Friday: Up to $500 off electric bikes

SAIL

Black Friday: Up to 50% off

Sea to Summit Canada

Black Friday: 40 to 50% off

• 40 to 50% off tents and tarps – includes backpacking tents
• 40% off sleeping bags, pads, and pillows

Smartwool Canada

Black Friday: 25% off. Ends Dec 2.

The Last Hunt

Black Friday: 40 to 75% off everything – ends Nov 28. Get an extra 15% off orders over $150 with code 15FOR150

• Up to 71% off Altra trail runners
• Up to 65% of Birkenstock sandals and slippers
• 25 to 44% off Big Agnes tents – Includes UL carbon pole options
• Up to 51% off Osprey packs – Includes day packs and backpacking packs. 
• 40% off GSI Bugaboo 10 in Frypan – This camping frying pan has a folding handle and is relatively light. I mostly use it on car camping trips, but I have taken on canoe trips and chill backpacking trips to make pancakes, quesadillas, and stirfry.
• 40% off Outdoor Research Helium Down jacket – an ultralight yet warm option – 8 different colours on sale
• 40% off Sea to Summit Aeros Down Pillow – I’ve had one of these for the last few years and it has transformed my sleep. It’s inflatable so you can adjust the firmness, but it also has a down layer on top for comfort. It’s super light and packs down to the size of a ping pong ball.
• Up to 70% off Merrell footwear – includes hiking boots, winter boots, and trail runners

ThermoWorks

Shop in USD or CAD. Offers shipping to Canada and ThermoWorks pays all duties/brokerage/tariffs.

Black Friday: 20% off site wide

Valhalla Pure Outfitters

Black Friday: Up to 60% off

• 25% off Darn Tough socks. Ends Nov 30.
• 25% off Oboz hiking boots. Ends Dec 2.
• 25% off Osprey packs. Ends Dec 1.
• Up to 40% off past season camping gear
• Up to 60% off Fjallraven – includes lots of pants, jackets, hiking shirts, and backpacks

American Deals

American deals are from American retailers. Where possible, I’ve included info on whether you can shop in CAD and if they ship to Canada.

AllTrails

Black Friday: 50% off All Trails Plus – ends Dec 3

Amazon USA

Shop in USD. Offers shipping to Canada on most items but it’s easier to order from Amazon Canada. Customer is responsible for duties/brokerage/tariffs.

• 37% off Lifestraw water filter – just $9.99
• 23% off Insta360 X3 waterproof action camera – I’ve been eyeing one of these!
• 50% off Mountain House bulk cans of freeze dried chicken – great for adding to backpacking meals for more protein. In my experience, rehydrates

Backcountry

Shop in USD. Offers shipping to Canada on a limited number of items. Customer is responsible for duties/brokerage/tariffs.

Black Friday Sale – Up to 70% off tons of big brands

Black Diamond

Shop in USD. Offers shipping to Canada on most items and BD pays all duties/brokerage/tariffs.

Holiday Sale: Up to 25% off

More deals coming Nov 28

Branwyn

Shop in USD. Offers shipping to Canada on most items and Branwyn pays all duties/brokerage/tariffs.

Annual Holiday Sale: 25% off sitewide. Ends Dec 1.

Cabela’s USA

Shop in USD. Canadians should buy from Bass Pro/Cabela’s Canada.

Black Friday Weekend – Up to 50% off

Columbia USA

Shop in USD. Canadians should buy from Columbia Canada.

Black Friday: Almost everything on sale. Up to 50% off some items.

Cotopaxi USA

Shop in USD. Offers shipping to Canada. Customer is responsible for duties/brokerage/tariffs.

Black Friday – 25% off select gear and apparel

Enlightened Equipment

Shop in USD. Offers shipping to Canada. Customer is responsible for duties/brokerage/tariffs.

Black Friday Sale

• 20% off all in-stock gear
• 20% off custom down and synthetic quilts

evo USA

Shop in USD. Canadians should buy from evo Canada.

Black Friday Sale – Up to 60% off

Garage Grown Gear

Shop in USD or CAD. Ships to Canada but orders are subject to duties/brokerage/tariffs.

Holiday Sale: 10 to 30% off

Gregory

Shop in USD. Does not ship to Canada.

Black Friday: 25% off sitewide.

Gossamer Gear

Shop in USD. Canadians should buy from Gossamer Gear Canada to shop in CAD – but orders on the Canadian site are still subject to duties/brokerage/tariffs.

Holiday deals – up to 30% off.

Helinox

Shop in USD. Canadians should buy from Helinox Canada.

Black Friday: 35% off sitewide. Ends Dec 8.

Hyperlite Mountain Gear

Shop in USD. Offers shipping to Canada. Customer is responsible for duties/brokerage/tariffs.

Coming November 28.

Kelty

Shop in USD. Does not ship to Canada.

Black Friday Sale – 25% off side wide

Mountain Hardwear USA

Shop in USD. Canadians should shop from Mountain Hardwear Canada.

Holiday Sale: 20% off

MSR

Shop in USD. Canadians should shop from MSR Canada.

Holiday Sale: 25% off snowshoes, stoves, and more

Osprey

Shop in USD. Canadians should shop from Osprey Canada.

Winter Sale: Up to 40% off. Ends Dec 1.

Outdoor Research

Shop in USD. Canadians should shop from Outdoor Research Canada.

Holiday Deals: 25% off sitewide – use code HOLIDAYDEALS. Ends Dec 1.

Outdoor Vitals

Shop in USD or CAD – but orders to Canada are still subject to duties/brokerage/tariffs.

Early Black Friday Sale: Up to 18% off sitewide plus free gear with every order. Ends Nov 27

Platypus

Shop in USD. Canadians should shop from Platypus Canada.

Holiday Sale: 25% off all water filters

prAna

Shop in USD. Does not offer shipping to Canada.

Holiday Must-Haves: 30% off sitewide. Ends Dec 1.

Rad Power Bikes

Shop in USD. Canadians should shop from Rad Power Bikes Canada.

Black Friday: Deals starting at $999

Salomon USA

Shop in USD. Canadians should shop from Salomon Canada.

Coming Soon.

Six Moon Designs

Shop in USD. Offers shipping to Canada. Customer is responsible for duties/brokerage/tariffs.

Black Friday Sale: Save 25% on shelters, packs, umbrellas and more with code YULEHIKE

Steep and Cheap

Shop in USD. Offers shipping to Canada on some items. Customer is responsible for duties/brokerage/tariffs.

Big Brands Sale: Up to 60% off

Therm-a-Rest

Shop in USD. Canadians should shop from Therm-a-rest Canada.

Holiday Sale: 25% off sleeping pads, sleeping bags, and pillows

ThermoWorks

Shop in USD or CAD. Offers shipping to Canada and ThermoWorks pays all duties/brokerage/tariffs.

Black Friday: 20% off site wide

Zenbivy

Shop in USD. Offers shipping to Canada. Customer is responsible for duties/brokerage/tariffs.

Black Friday Deals available for their email subscribers only

Retailers Who Don’t Do Black Friday

A few brands have pushed back on the consumerism around Black Friday and don’t have Black Friday sales.

Patagonia and Patagonia Canada

Patagonia’s website says: “Black Friday is a frenzy of deep discounts, limited-time offers and last-ditch efforts urging you to “save” by spending more. We’re not doing that.” It goes on to explain that they are committed to making durable gear and encouraging repairing gear rather than buying new.

REI

REI’s website says: “Since 2015, we’ve closed our doors on Black Friday, choosing time outside over the busiest in-store shopping day of the year.” However, they do have a sale each year in mid-November called the Holiday Sale.

What Gear is on Sale?

There are two main types of products offered at a discount for Black Friday and Boxing Day: stuff that is discontinued and stuff that’s on sale just for the holidays.

Discontinued Gear

Most of the hiking gear that is on sale is usually colors or styles that will be discontinued next year. Retailers want to clear this stuff out so they’ll have room for next year’s gear. In November and December you will usually find the dregs of last summer’s gear on deep discounts.

You might also find winter gear like jackets on sale. Typically winter gear goes on sale this early if the retailer bought too much and they aren’t selling that well. The main things you’ll find in this category are clothing and footwear since they change every year.

Seasonal Sales

The other type is just regular priced product that is selling just fine, but the retailer decides to mark-it down for a limited time to bring in extra sales. The retailer is making less profit on these products but they hope that you’ll buy more stuff and boost their overall sales.

Tents, backpacks, stoves, headlamps and other non-clothing gear is what you’ll find in this category. Since this kind of gear rarely goes on sale otherwise, Black Friday and Boxing Day are the best time to find deals on hiking and backpacking gear.

Are Black Friday Sales Worse Than They Used to Be?

If you’re over 25 you might remember that Black Friday sales used to have insane prices: Doorbuster deals for 70% off were common. But if you’re looking at the current deals listed on this page, you’ll notice most of them are are 20% or 30% off. What happened?

Those day of insane Black Friday discounts are over for a few reasons. The main one is that Black Friday shopping has shifted from in-person to online. Those 70% off doorbuster deals were loss leaders (offered at below cost) designed to get people to come into the store. Once in the store, retailers hoped you people would buy other things with more modest discounts.

Today, Black Friday is almost entirely online. And the way we shop is different. We spend lots of time comparing prices between sites and choosing the exact thing we want. We don’t go to a store and impulse buy something because its 70% off.

Most e-commerce retailers aren’t willing to do limited-time doorbuster-style deals online because they don’t have the tech set-up to do it or they are worried about their site crashing. Going offline during Black Friday would be a disaster for them!

It’s also worth noting that it only seems like Black Friday sales aren’t as good as they used to be. Yes, we don’t have those crazy 70% off doorbusters anymore. But the rest of the deals we get now are pretty comparable to the ones we used to see back then if we got past the doorbusters and explored what else was on sale.

What’s the Deal with Boxing Day?

Some of you might be old enough to remember a time where Black Friday wasn’t a thing in Canada. Instead, all of the big sales were on Boxing Day, which is the day after Christmas.

As online shopping rose and American influence become more prominent, retailers in Canada started to offer both Black Friday and Boxing Day sales. Black Friday sales were a way to get people shopping at the start of the holiday season and Boxing Day sales helped retailers get rid of extra stock they had hoped to sell during the holidays but didn’t.

However, I’ve noticed a big shift in Canada away from Boxing Day sales. You’ll still see a few Canadian retailers doing Boxing Day sales, but many do not. As well, the deals on Boxing Day don’t tend to be as good. Instead, most outdoor stores wait until the end of winter and then have a big sale.

All of that is to say, when it comes to outdoor gear, I think you’ll get the best deal when you buy on Black Friday or if you want for end of winter sales (usually in late March). Don’t hold on Black Friday thinking you’ll get a better deal on Boxing Day. That hasn’t been a helpful strategy for at least 15 years.

How to Make Sure You’re Getting a Good Deal

Just because it’s on sale, doesn’t mean it’s a good deal. Do your research before you buy. Make sure the gear you buy is the right size and works for your style of hiking or backpacking. Be sure to read reviews. Make sure you buy from companies with good return policies.

Some retailers will offer seemingly insane deals on gear from brands you’ve never heard of. Do your research. These are often knock-off brands that sell things super-cheap anyway.

The best Black Friday deals for hikers are on brand name gear that doesn’t usually go on sale otherwise. Be wary of deep discounts on last year’s gear – it likely was on sale before Black Friday. Save your money for the deals that are actually good – not the ones that just LOOK good.

Final Thoughts

I hope you found this list of the best Black Friday deals for hikers helpful. (And I hope you snag some sweet gear!) Have you spotted any other good Black Friday deals on hiking and backpacking gear? Tell me in the comments and I’ll add them to the list.

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