Being a teen is a super fun age – they have tons of energy and stamina for lots of outdoor activities! If your teen is active and loves to get outdoors, it might be difficult to keep up entertaining them–especially since you can’t take them on trips constantly.
So this list of over 30 super cool outdoor toys can help inspire some ideas for outdoor activities your active teen will LOVE.
There’s a wide variety of items in here, from budget items to toys to splurge on. And outdoor toys for younger active kids to older kids and teens.
In case you want to skip to a certain type of outdoor toy, here’s how I have it all laid out:
- 6 Best Outdoor Games for Teenagers
- 5 Techy Outdoor Toys for Teens
- 6 Adventure Items for Older Teenagers
- 5 Sporty Toys for Teenagers
- 4 Best Budget Toys for Teenagers
If your outdoor teen also happens to camp alot, don’t forget to check out my list of camp specific out boredom busters and games for teens here!
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6 Best Outdoor Games for Teenagers
If you want to encourage your teen to get outdoors more, there’s no better way to do that than giving them an awesome outdoor game they can play with their friends and neighbors.
Here are six of my favorites.
#1 – Frisbee
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Whether your teenager is an avid ultimate frisbee player, or if they’ve never thrown a frisbee in their life, they’ll love receiving a really nice one as a present.
Frisbees are perfect for bringing to summer camp, to the beach, or just to throw around with the neighborhood kids and younger siblings. They can learn how to play ultimate frisbee, try frisbee golf, or just keep it for a simple toss in the front yard when the weather is nice!
Check the price and great color selection here.
#2 – Crossnet
If you’ve never heard of Crossnet, you’re in for a treat. It’s basically a cross between volleyball and foursquare. It’s easy enough to learn and this set has adjustable height settings for kids and adults.
This is sure to be a huge hit for any and all active kids and their friends.
Check the current price on Amazon.
#3 – Ping Pong
Who doesn’t like playing ping pong?
This table is an excellent birthday or Christmas gift if you want to splurge on your teenager. It’s made for outdoor play so you can set it up in the backyard, but it can also be used indoors.
This is perfect for your teenager to play with their friends, or for the whole family to play.
Check out the current price on Amazon here.
#4 – Wiffle Ball
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Wiffle ball is like baseball but more fun! (Okay, maybe I’m a little biased since I’ve played this game so much.)
But really, Wiffle ball is the perfect outdoor game you can play anywhere.
Plus, it’s much safer for younger kids since the bats and balls are both very lightweight. (It doesn’t hurt as much when you get hit with one in the face 😲😋)
Check the price of this set on Amazon here.
#5 – Street Hockey Set
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Street hockey is the perfect summer neighborhood game.
If you live on a quiet street, your teen and their friends can set this up right on the road and start playing hockey. Otherwise, it also works in driveways.
This game provides hours of fun for any nice-weather day–active kids don’t have to wait for freezing temps to play hockey.
Check the price on Amazon here.
#6 – Three-in-One Volleyball/Badminton/Pickleball Set
Why buy a sports set for one game when you can get three different ones?
This set comes with all the gear your teenager needs to play pickleball, volleyball, and badminton–and it’s really easy to adjust the net to switch between the three. It’s easy to set up and a perfect outdoor toy to bring on camping trips, to the park, or just to play in the backyard.
Check the current price here.
If your teen gets bored camping, check out my post on 27 fun teenage camping activities.
5 Techy Outdoor Toys for Teens
Techy toys are some of the most exciting presents to gift your teenager. All of these outdoor toys are fun to use and great for a wide variety of outdoor activities.
#7 – GoPro
If your teenager is into outdoor activities like mountain biking, water skiing, skateboarding, or trail running, they’ll love a GoPro.
GoPros are heavy-duty cameras that allow you to film whatever outdoor activity you need in whatever weather condition.
This set comes with the GoPro camera itself, as well as a head strap, tripod, and SD card.
It has everything your teenager needs to get out there and start filming.
Check the price of this set on Amazon here.
#8 – Drone
If you have an older kid who you think is ready to handle a drone, this is an incredible toy to give any teenager.
This specific drone is made to be easy to use for beginners and it comes with everything you need to take it out of the box and start flying.
This Drone has a camera that can wirelessly connect to your phone, so you can watch what the drone sees, and take videos.
Check the current price on Amazon here.
#9 – Smart Watch
Any active kid will get tons of use out of an activity tracker like this one.
The Cubitt Jr. tracks body temperature, step count, sleep, and heart rate. Plus, it’s waterproof so it can be worn in the rain and in the pool.
If you have more than one teen that needs a techy toy, you can get them all matching smart watches so they can track and share all their activity.
Check the price on this one here.
#10 – Solar Charger
This Goal Zero solar charger is the perfect practical techy item for teenagers who love to get some fresh air.
All you do is set it up anywhere in direct sunlight, and it’ll send power to a phone, power bank, lantern, or anything else that charges with a USB cable. It’s great for using at outdoor sports games, while camping, or during any other outdoor activity where your teenager may need to charge their phone.
Check the price here.
#11 – Hoverboard
If you want to splurge a bit on your teen, they’ll be thrilled to receive this electric rollerblade hoverboard.
It has awesome LED lights and strong wide wheels. Plus, its maximum speed is just 6 miles per hour so you don’t have to worry about major injuries as much as with typical hoverboards.
Check the current price for these on Amazon here.
5 Best Water Toys for Teens
The best way to get some relief from the hot summer heat is to play with water toys. Check out my five favorite water toys that any teen will love.
#12 – Pool Basketball
If you have a pool, your teenager will absolutely love this water basketball game. (It can also be played in a lake!) This outdoor toy comes with a floating net and two basketballs, plus the pump is included so you don’t have to go to the store separately to buy a pump and needle.
This simple set will provide hours of outdoor water fun for your teen and their friends.
Check the price on Amazon here.
#13 – Water Guns
These awesome water guns are the perfect outdoor toy for younger and older kids alike.
They have a super sleek and stealthy look, but they’re functional too!
They hold up to 40 ounces of water and spray over 35 feet. Get one for each of your active kids and they’ll be entertained outdoors for hours.
Check the current price here.
#14 – Slip ‘n’ Slide
Nothing says summer like a backyard slip n slide. And your teen has probably never seen one this large–it’s 20 feet long and more than wide enough for two people at once!
It also comes with two inflatable boards for sliding down even faster. Plus, it’s made of durable PVC that won’t rip at the first couple of uses like slip n slides normally do.
Check the current price here.
#15 – Banana Floatie
If you have a pool or lake house, this awesome floatie is sure to be a head turner.
There’s only one air chamber, so it’s easy to inflate and deflate, and it comes with a patch kit in case of any holes. And banana isn’t the only option. This company makes pizza floaties, popsicle floaties, watermelon floaties, and pretzel floaties.
So, you can pick out whatever your teen likes best, or get a set of silly floaties for the younger siblings too!
Check the price here.
#16 – Slackline Obstacle Course
This Slackline obstacle course will be super fun for any active teen. It comes with monkey bars, gym rings, and knots to hang on the line. You can customize it to make the course as easy or difficult as needed.
This set is perfect for backyards and personally, I think it would be super fun to hang up over a pool, right?!
Check the current price here.
6 Adventure Items for Older Teenagers
If your teen is a more serious outdoor adventurer who enjoys backpacking and bushwacking, I have some great items in this section they’ll get lots of use out of.
#17 – Swiss Army Knife
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A Swiss Army pocket knife is a great birthday or Christmas gift for older kids and teens to help them channel their inner MacGyver. Any adventurous teen who loves being outdoors and camping or backpacking will get lots of use out of this tool.
It comes with scissors, a small knife, a screwdriver, and lots of other gadgets that are useful for many outdoor activities.
Check the current price here.
#18 – Paracord
Paracord is essentially ultra-strong rope that was originally used to deploy parachutes.
It’s now a survival and outdoors essential. It’s useful for tying down gear, hanging stuff up on trees, or even building a shelter outdoors. This brand makes paracord in tons of different colors so you can personalize it for your teen.
Check the current price here.
Speaking of outdoor survival, check out my guide on how to poop in the woods.
#19 – Headlamp
Active kids who love to adventure will get lots of use out of a really nice headlamp.
Whether it’s for playing around the neighborhood at night, or walking around a campground, this headlamp will do the trick. It’s waterproof and comes with eight different settings, from super bright, to very dim.
Plus, it has a third strap around the top so it’ll never fall down.
Check the current price on Amazon here.
#20 – Walkie Talkies
This four-pack of walkie talkies is an awesome toy for outdoor play.
It’s not a present your teen will expect to get, but they’ll definitely have a lot of fun with these. They’re an amazing way to communicate during outdoor team games like Airsoft and Nerf, or for practical uses like communicating at a campsite.
Their range is up to 5 miles and they’re battery powered so you don’t have to worry about waiting for them to charge.
Check their current price on Amazon.
Interested in roadschooling your teenager? Check out my guide to roadschooling.
#21 – MRE Kit
An MRE kit is a great item for more serious outdoor adventurers. They’re great for backpacking trips, or camping trips where you don’t want to have to worry about cooking elaborate meals at the campsite.
Each pouch contains 2.5 servings of food, and this kit comes with eight different meals: from pasta alfredo with chicken, to noodles and beef.
Check the price of this adventure meals kit on Amazon here.
And for some great ideas for backpacking backpacks for your teen, check here: 15 Best Hiking Backpacks for Kids, Toddlers, and Teens
#22 – Solo Stove Lite
The Solo Stove Lite is a mini wood-fired backpacking stove.
It’s great for heating up tea or coffee, soups, making mac ‘n’ cheese, or just warming up your hands on the trail. This is not an essential item for backpacking, but for older active teens it’s definitely a fun one to have in an adventure kit.
Check out the current price of this awesome mini stove here.
And check out my full review for more info: Solo Stove Lite Review | Best Wood-Burning Backpacking Stove?
5 Sporty Toys for Teenagers
If your teen loves to stay active outdoors, they’ll love any of these five toys I’ve picked out.
#23 – Long Board
Longboards are like skateboards but they make for a way faster and smoother ride. They’re better suited to traveling around the neighborhood than doing tricks at the skate park.
Even if your teen has never ridden a longboard before, they’ll love to learn on this gorgeous surfboard-inspired longboard. (It comes in tons of colors too!)
Check the price and color options on Amazon here.
P.S. make sure you pair the longboard with some knee pads and a helmet, especially when your teen is just learning to ride.
#24 – Basketball Hoop
If you don’t already have a basketball hoop in your driveway for your teen, you should absolutely get one.
They’re great for individual play and practice, a 3-on-3 with the neighborhood kids, or a good game of HORSE. This one has an adjustable height that goes all the way up to pro-court height.
Amazon also offers professional assembly if you don’t want to do all that work yourself.
Check the current price here.
#25 – Mountain Bike
This 21-speed Huffy Hardtail mountain bike is an awesome outdoor toy for teenagers of any age.
This bike is made to ride on smooth neighborhood roads or rough mountain terrain. So whatever your teen needs it for, it’ll be the perfect bike. It comes in six different colors and three different sizes.
Check the price and options on Amazon here.
#26 – Slack Lining Kit
If you’ve never heard of slacklining, you just have to trust me that it’s all the rage with active teens these days.
It’s essentially a tight rope that is connected to two trees and ratcheted until it’s taut enough to walk on.
This kit comes with an extra slack line on top and some training handles to help your teen practice their balance skills.
This is the perfect activity for a campsite, beach trip, or just in the backyard.
Check the current price on Amazon here.
Speaking of beach trips check out this fun desert in a bottle project idea: DIY Desert in a Bottle Project
#27 – Tree Climbing Kit
This tree climbing kit is perfect for active kids and teens of all ages. It comes with 18 holds and six ratchet straps, and you can assemble them on your backyard trees to whatever difficulty you’d like.
It’s very easy to set up and your teen will be an expert climber in no time.
Check the price on Amazon here.
4 Best Budget Toys for Teenagers
If you’re on a budget, but still want some ideas for unique and awesome outdoor toys for active kids, don’t worry.
Here are my four top picks for outdoor items that won’t break the bank.
All of these outdoor toys are $25 or under!
#28 – Bluetooth Speaker
A good Bluetooth speaker is essential for any outdoor activities. They’re perfect to bring on camping trips, to beach days, sporting events, or for backyard games.
This one is waterproof and super durable so your teen won’t have to worry about being extra gentle with it.
Check the current price here.
#29 – Nature Specimen Collecting Kit
If your teen is interested in all things nature and science, they’ll adore this specimen collecting kit from Cultiverre.
It comes with 10 glass display bottles, tweezers, and 6 specimen pins for collecting plants, seeds, and insects. I really love this unique and inexpensive gift that encourages outdoor play and learning.
Check the current price for this kit here.
#30 – Hiking Journal
If you have a teen girl who loves journaling and the outdoors, then this hiking journal is the perfect gift. It has 52 journal entry spots and tons of other features.
Purchase the hiking journal here.
#31 – Hammock
Hammocks are the ultimate inexpensive outdoor item.
This one from AnorTrek comes included with extension straps and carabiners, and comes in tons of different awesome colors.
Check the price on Amazon here.
Which Outdoor Toy Will be Your Teenager’s New Favorite?
Maybe you’ll keep it simple but unique with the awesome specimen collecting kit.
Or…you can go ahead and splurge on your teen by buying them the hoverboard rollerblades.
Whatever your budget, your teen will definitely appreciate any of the items on this list.
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