We’re Pretty Sure Every Beach Lover Needs This Sand Remover
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Hitting the beach at least once or twice during the summer is a no-brainer for most people. But for true ocean-loving diehards, going to the beach is a full-on lifestyle. And while beach lovers might already have a house full of seashell- or tropical-themed items they’ve been gifted or have even thrifted themselves, we found gift ideas for their next occasion that they’ll use and love (no Margaritaville vibes in sight!). After all, if they basically live on the sand, they need the essentials — and upgrades — to match.
On our list of the best gifts for a beach lover, we’ve included waterproof games, comfortable chairs, luxe towels, shady tents, backpack coolers, no-slip sunglasses, beach wagons, and more, all ranging from $7 to $100. So whether you’re shopping for a birthday gift, a holiday, or just because, you’ll never be without a gift idea for your beach-loving buddy.
IP68 Waterproof Phone Pouch/Case
Help them capture moments of fun in the water without worrying about carrying a separate camera or destroying their phone. This waterproof phone case has a lanyard that will fit over their neck and allow them to text, take pics, and more. Plus, it floats!
IP68 Waterproof Phone Pouch/Case
amazon.com
$19.99
12L Carry-Out Soft Cooler Cascade
This soft-sided Hydro Flask cooler is perfect for a full day at the beach. It’s big enough for lunch, drinks, and ice packs — but there’s a 20L version, too, if they need space for more than one meal or if you’re thinking of toting more drinks. We love the bright color options, like this cascade blue.
12L Carry-Out Soft Cooler Cascade
amazon.com
$69.95
HydroFlaskBackpack Beach Chair
Who doesn’t struggle to carry everything from the car to the sand? Add in a chair and it’s nearly impossible. This comfortable Tommy Bahama chair (complete with a headrest and cupholder) has backpack straps and pouches to hold towels and other essentials for easy carrying.
Backpack Beach Chair
amazon.com
$79.99
Tommy BahamaaBeach Blanket Sandproof
This enormous water-resistant beach blanket is 9x10 feet, so there’s room for everyone to sprawl — or for one person to starfish in comfort. It’s a thin, nylon fabric, so sand shakes off in a snap and it can be rolled into a small carrying pouch.
Beach Blanket Sandproof
amazon.com
$37.98
WekapoInflatable Lounger Air Sofa
We don't blame them if they hate carrying a heavy beach chair onto the sand. This inflatable lounger weighs less than 2 pounds and doesn’t need a pump to inflate. Just swing it through the air to blow it up, then seal it with its airlock. Plus, it comes with a stake to keep it from blowing away.
Inflatable Lounger Air Sofa
amazon.com
$38.98
Waterproof Playing Cards
This waterproof set is great for playing games without worrying that the cards will get ruined by water (or spilled beverages). This under-$10 gift is small enough to add to their beach bag; they can even make their own poker chips by collecting seashells or rocks.
Waterproof Playing Cards
amazon.com
$6.60
Water Sports Unisex Shoes
Keep their feet safe from sharp seashells (or pesky crabs) with a pair of water shoes. They are also ideal for walking on the hot sand. This affordable pair is only $15 and comes in a wide variety of fun colors and patterns to suit their personality.
Water Sports Unisex Shoes
amazon.com
$14.55
VifuurClip 4
This speaker may be small, but it packs a punch. It boasts 10 hours of playtime and has Bluetooth controls, so it can sync to a playlist on their phone. Waterproof and dustproof, it also has a carabiner-style clip that can attach to a bag or chair.
Clip 4
amazon.com
$79.95
JBLEndless Glow SPF Set
Supergoop’s line of sun protection products will keep your friend from getting burned and give them a sun-kissed glow on their next beach vacation. This set of three cult favorites is perfectly travel-sized.
Endless Glow SPF Set
supergoop.com
$44.00
Medium Beach Bag
The original Bogg Bag is a favorite for its material and practicality but is a little pricey. If you’re on a budget, your beach-loving friend will still appreciate this alternative with the same structured form and washable material, but for less than half the price. This would make a great teacher gift, too: You can include a towel and sunscreen to create a summer-friendly care package.
Medium Beach Bag
amazon.com
$39.99
JuyeesmCabana Stripe Beach Towel
An ultra-plush beach towel from Brooklinen is guaranteed to be appreciated. The classic stripe design comes in five colors, but we love this bold red. Want to go the extra mile? Use the towel as “wrapping paper” and pair it with a beach read or a six-pack of their favorite drink.
Cabana Stripe Beach Towel
brooklinen.com
$58.65
Utopia Breeze Beach Chair
If they like to sit low in the sand or drag their chair right up to the water’s edge, they’ll love this Coleman chair. It’s lightweight and includes a cupholder and a convenient back pouch for holding sunscreen and other essentials.
Utopia Breeze Beach Chair
amazon.com
$42.99
ColemanThe Mesh Beach Tote
Sand is a beach lover’s nemesis, so good thing this mesh bag doesn’t hold onto it for long. It’s also roomy, with a breathable fabric ideal for items that might have gotten wet. It also comes with a matching striped pouch perfect for keeping a phone and wallet dry and secure.
The Mesh Beach Tote
beistravel.com
$78.00
OG Sunglasses
Runners know that Goodr makes affordable sunglasses that won’t slip off your face, even if you get sweaty in the heat. This makes them a perfect fit for the beach, too — with colorful options, polarized lenses, and a snug fit that keep them in place even during an intense game of beach volleyball.
OG Sunglasses
amazon.com
$29.50
GoodRMini Beach Tent
If they want to skip the chair and often-pesky umbrella but still want shade while laying on their towel, this personal tent (large enough for one or two people) includes poles to give it height and has nylon pockets on the side to create sandbags. FYI: Sun Ninja makes a larger version, too.
Mini Beach Tent
amazon.com
$49.95
Sun NinjaCabana Beach High Back Beach Chair
This chair has a canopy that can be flipped up for instant shade, cupholders, and a pocket for a phone or snacks. With four reclinable positions, it’s an upgrade from the standard beach chair they might already have.
Cabana Beach High Back Beach Chair
walmart.com
$56.19
Cabana Beach ChairKindle
Don’t limit them to one beach read — give them the gift of options. The best part about this $100 model, especially for days in the sun, is the glare-free screen. It’s slimmer than a regular book, making it easier to pack, and can last up to six weeks on one charge.
Kindle
amazon.com
$99.99
AmazonInflatable Beach Pillow
They might already have lounge chairs that they love, but this soft bolster-style pillow will add comfort. The terrycloth material has elevated jacquard details and the cover is removable for washing.
Inflatable Beach Pillow
bando.com
$30.00
Ban.doFreeSip Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle
We love the popular Stanley cup, but it’s not the most practical for the beach since the straw sticks and makes it hard to juggle. This Owala bottle is made for on-the-go drinking since it locks safely and doesn’t leak. Throw it in a tote or cooler to keep beverages cool for up to 24 hours.
FreeSip Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle
amazon.com
$37.99
OwalaSand Island Beach Wagon Cart
If they don’t already have a cart, they probably wish they did. This is great for beachgoers with kids or pets, or even those who struggle to carry their stuff solo. The collapsible cart folds like a stroller and has big wheels to handle sand and uneven surfaces.
Sand Island Beach Wagon Cart
walmart.com
$79.00
Ozark TrailGiant Mermaid TaiI PooI FIoat
BigMouth is known for its high-quality, oversized inflatable floats, so if you’re looking for a gift for your kid-at-heart friend, or an actual kid who wants to be a mermaid, this is it.
Giant Mermaid TaiI PooI FIoat
amazon.com
$23.99
Beach Essentials Sand Remover Bag
Beach days are great, but getting sand off fingers and toes is not the best part. This disc easily wipes off even pesky moist sand so they’re not tracking it into their car or house. It also comes with a convenient travel pouch that can easily clip onto a bag.
Beach Essentials Sand Remover Bag
amazon.com
$22.99
PilotfishCooler Backpack
Carrying a cooler can get cumbersome, but this one has padded backpack straps to make the load easier on the shoulders. It boasts a lot of space and compartments, including a cutlery zipper pouch in the front for plates and utensils and drawstring pouches on the side for wine bottles. It can keep stuff cool for 15 hours.
Cooler Backpack
amazon.com
$35.97
MaelstromFreestyle Rocker XL
We have this rocking camping chair and love it for the beach. Not only is it super sturdy, but it’s wide and has a 400-pound weight capacity, so no one needs to feel cramped or worried about getting up from a low chair after lounging in the sand.
Freestyle Rocker XL
amazon.com
$75.00
LED Flying Disc
Give their standard frisbee a major upgrade. This LED one has 16 million (!) color combinations and brightness controls to make it extra visible, so they can play in the sand even after the sun sets. It makes a great gift for teens and kids going to summer camp.
LED Flying Disc
amazon.com
$33.99
TosySPF 30 Sunscreen Lip Balm
This three-pack will protect their precious lips with SPF, aloe vera, and vitamin E to moisturize. They can leave one at home, one in the car, and one in their beach bag, so they’ll never be without one.
SPF 30 Sunscreen Lip Balm
amazon.com
$8.99
Pop-Up Beach Sun Shelter
Great for those with little kids or pets, this tent pops up easily and anchors right into the sand with stakes or sandbags. It has mesh windows along the bottom to allow for ventilation, and it’s a great way to get shade on extra-hot days. It folds into an easy-to-carry case and is lightweight, so it won’t add a lot of bulk.
Pop-Up Beach Sun Shelter
walmart.com
$55.99
AlvantorPortable Charger
Long days at the beach might drain that phone battery fast. But no worries: They can keep this super-fast charger in the pocket of a tote to give their phone or device a boost. We love the clear LED numbers that make it easy to see how much juice is left.
Portable Charger
amazon.com
$19.79
INIULarge Beach Umbrella
No need to fight with those umbrella screws, which can be especially annoying on a windy day. This umbrella features a sandbag bottom to fill upon arrival — and once it’s set up, it provides 8 feet of glorious shade.
Large Beach Umbrella
amazon.com
$62.99
FisqueenCollapsible Portable Corn Hole Boards
Cornhole games are usually wooden, bulky, and hard to travel with. This pop-up set fits neatly into one bag with a handle and comes with eight beanbags and stakes to keep the boards from moving.
Collapsible Portable Corn Hole Boards
amazon.com
$36.99
HimalPop Up Picnic Table
Families with kids or big groups will appreciate a table that folds up into its own storage tote. When popped open, there are spots to keep drinks from spilling, and the bottom shelf is supportive enough to hold food — or even a small dog in need of shaded rest.
Pop Up Picnic Table
amazon.com
$59.99
Eternal LivingBeach Game
Turn all that sand into a giant game board with this scoop that can carve out rows for a bocce-like game. Kids might need a bit of help setting this game up, but it’s suitable for most ages.
Beach Game
amazon.com
$29.99
iPhone 15 Screen Protector Amplify Glass Glare Guard
You’ll have to know what kind of phone or device they have, but this glass glare guard makes it easier to see a phone screen in direct sunlight. Otterbox makes versions for basically every device out there, even iPads.
iPhone 15 Screen Protector Amplify Glass Glare Guard
otterbox.com
$44.96
OtterboxWaterproof Dry Bag
Dry bags are for that friend into water sports or who spends all their time in water, whether in a kayak, canoe, or paddleboarding. Either way, this will keep their clothes, phone, earbuds, and other prized possessions safe and dry, even if they do take a plunge.
Waterproof Dry Bag
amazon.com
$17.85
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