The sun is coming out, the weather is warming up, and hiking season is finally upon us.

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By FP contributor, Savannah Mcgowan.

Hiking trails come in a variety of lengths, difficulties, terrains, and backdrops. Maybe you’re a seasoned hiker who loves heading out to the mountains. Maybe you’re the type of person who enjoys your leisurely neighborhood trails and dog-friendly city parks, or maybe you’re all of the above – someone who just really loves being outside.

Regardless of what your favorite hike looks like, every outdoor enthusiast should have a stash of their tried-and-true, trail-ready favorites on hand, so we’ve decided to make it easy and round up all of our must-have products perfect for every adventure.

Long gone are the days of deciding whether or not you should leave your bug repellent in the car because you don’t want to carry it around. These travel-friendly wipes can be thrown into your backpack or stashed in your pockets before hitting the trail and you can even keep some tucked away in your everyday bag or purse for any last minute activities. They make reapplying your repellent easier than ever, not to mention they have a citrusy scent that’ll keep you feeling fresh no matter how hard your hike is.

The most unique and one-of-a-kind item on our list of must-haves. This handmade hiking stick is perfect for adding a personalized touch to your next trek. The colorful and fun nature of this smooth wooden stick is definitely something that’ll motivate you to get moving and might just become the one thing you reach for every time you head out on a new adventure.

No good hike is ever complete without a water bottle, and this one is great. While it might look like your standard CamelBak, this leak-proof water bottle comes complete with a filter by LifeStraw. The cap is sip-friendly, spill-proof, and easy to carry making it essential for hydrating on-the-go. You can even clip it onto your backpack for hands-free hiking.

Sure to become your new favorite hiking buddy, this outdoor body oil is essential for long days spent in the sun. This plant-based oil is perfect for moisturizing during any outdoor activity and uses calming calendula to soothe sun kissed skin. The packaging makes application easy and the bottle is something you can effortlessly add to your hiking pack. Plus, the lemon eucalyptus scent is beyond refreshing.

A fun way to add some reflection to your hiking trips, these National Park-themed notebooks feature a brief history of each park and enough pages to jot down your favorite memories and all the things you’d never want to forget. Even better, they’re pocket-sized and take up minimal space so you can easily bring them anywhere.

You can never be too prepared, especially when it comes to hanging out in the great outdoors, so it’s a no-brainer that we’d have a survival kit on our list of must-haves. This metal tin includes a slew of useful items, everything from an emergency blanket to a 5-in-1 whistle, flint & striker, and even a fish hook with line and bait if you’re the catch and cook type of adventurer.

The epitome of minimalism, this collapsible water bottle is perfect for hiking trips where space-saving is at the top of your priority list. It’s durable, collapsible, and comes in the coolest colorblock design with a twist-off lid and hiking-approved carabiner attachment. What more could you ask for?

A fun (and insightful!) way to prepare yourself for your next outdoor excursion, this beautiful book is full of detailed descriptions and vintage-inspired artwork about the flora and fauna of North America. Not only will this book allow you to see nature in a new way, but it also doubles as an eye-catching coffee table book in your humble abode.

Happy hiking!