Best 2025 Black Friday Deals for Roadtrippers

Black Friday isn’t just for TVs and air fryers anymore. Now it’s also one of the best times of the year to score epic deals that make road trips, camping adventures, and big travel dreams a whole lot easier (and cheaper).

If your 2025 bucket list is full of scenic drives, national park trips, or just finding smarter ways to travel in style, these Black Friday + Cyber Monday sales are your chance to gear up for less. Think discounted hotels, rental car steals, outdoor gear you’ll actually use, and gadgets that make long drives way more fun.

Here’s our roundup of the best 2025 Black Friday deals designed for travelers, road trippers, and everyday adventurers.

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1. Rental Cars

Major rental car companies like Hertz, Budget, and Avis offer Black Friday sales with up to 20% off bookings. Deals often include discounts on one-way rentals and extended rentals, making them perfect for road trippers.

Here are some 2025 Black Friday deals for rental car companies to look out for:

Hertz: Save up to 20% on your road trip when renting a car with Hertz at participating locations in USA, Canada and Europe. (Gold Plus Rewards Members save up to 25%.)
Budget: Save up to 25% on a 3-day rental and get one day free on a future rental with Budget’s Cyber Sale.
Avis: Save up to 25% when booking on Avis.com during their Black Friday sale.

🚗 RTL Tip: One-way rentals can be the hack for epic point-to-point road trips. Black Friday deals often make them way cheaper than usual.

2. Marriott Hotels

Marriott's Black Friday deals usually include a percentage off stays at select hotels, resorts, and vacation rentals. They’ve also offered promotions like discounted weekend packages or extra perks like free breakfast or resort credits when booking directly through their website.

For 2025, members can save up to 25% through Marriott’s Cyber Sale when booking by Travel Tuesday (the Tuesday following Thanksgiving) for over 7,000 participating hotels around the world.

3. Adventure Gear

Black Friday isn’t just about electronics. For roadtrippers, it’s the gear sales that can make or break your 2025 adventures!

Even though REI goes “Opt Outside” on Black Friday, Cyber Week brings the goods at REI Outlet. Plus, Amazon and other retailers slash prices on tons of outdoor gear.

Here’s what’s usually marked down:

ROC Inflatable Stand-Up Paddle Boards: The extra wide design is perfect for all skill levels and adventurers.
Retrospec Drifter 21/25/30 Inch Snowshoes: We use these snowshoes to explore Yellowstone in the winter. They come with trekking poles and multi-terrain attachments for winter trails.

4. National Park Lodging

Xanterra's "Thankful for Travel" sale usually runs from Thanksgiving week through early December, offering discounts at some of their premier properties and experiences.

Highlights include:

Save 30% on select Yellowstone lodges
Save 30% on rooms at Cedar Creek Lodge outside Glacier National Park
Save 30% on rooms inside Death Valley National Park
Save 30% on rooms inside Grand Canyon National Park
Save 30% on Roundtrip Train Tickets with Grand Canyon Railway and Hotel
Save 30% on rooms inside Zion National Park
Reduced deposits on Windstar Cruises
Save $200 on a private hiking vacation through Italy’s Cinque Terre Coast
Save $400 on Xanterra’s “Grand Australia and New Zealand Tour”
Save at Broadmoor Wilderness Experience Properties
Save up to 50% on gifts from Yellowstone

This sale is a great opportunity to book discounted stays at national park lodges and other travel experiences under Xanterra's management. These deals are exclusive and time-limited, so booking early is encouraged. For full details and terms, visit Xanterra's website.

If you’re especially interested in visiting Yellowstone in 2025, be sure to check out these deals for Yellowstone lodging. You can get 30% off rooms at Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel for winter stays between December and March, and at Old Faithful Snow Lodge & Cabins from December through February.

For spring, save at Old Faithful Snow Lodge & Cabins and Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel when staying at the end of April or early May.

For summer, savings are available for Lake Yellowstone Hotel & Cabins for stays between July and August. Just be sure to book new reservations during Xanterra’s Thankful for Travel Sale* using the code CYBER.

*For 2024, dates were November 18th-December 2nd.

5. Travel Clothing

If you’re a roadtripper, your clothes need to do it all: comfy for long drives, durable for hikes, and stylish enough to wander into a brewery afterward. Black Friday is the time to upgrade your travel wardrobe without blowing your budget.

Brands like Ridge Merino (up to 25% off sitewide), Woolx (save up to 30%), and Athleta (up to 30% off) offer great opportunities to score fantastic deals.

Here are some of our favorite items to grab on sale:

Ridge Merino Men’s Journey T-Shirt: Ridge Merino t-shirts combine sweat-wicking and odor-resistant Merino wool with durability and comfort. Designed with a modern, slightly slimmer fit, this versatile tee provides sun protection, quick-drying performance, and looks amazing.
Ridge Merino Lightweight Wool Hoodie: A natural UPF of 30+ makes this the perfect layer for everything from adventures in the sun to long drives in the car. This is my absolute favorite travel hoodie, as it provides enough warmth during cool days but is also lightweight enough to protect against sun on hot days.
32 Degrees Ultra Light Down Packable Jacket: This jacket offers premium warmth without bulk, providing breathable insulation that’s lightweight and comfortable.
Outdoor Voices Zip-Off Pant: Convertible hiking pants are ridiculously convenient for packing less because they function as both shorts and pants—that you can use for temperature regulation as you go. (The Athleta Trekkie Hike Pants are my favorite, but they’ve been out of stock for a while. These from Outdoor Voices are similar.)
These trailhead shorts from Coalatree are amazing for the simple reason that they repel stains. Perfect for when you spill a little Chick-fil-A sauce or drip coffee mid-drive. (Just us?)
Jon wears either his KÜHL Suppressor Joggers or Coalatree Evolution Joggers constantly (and he gets compliments on the green color everywhere we go). I love the Woolx Lola Joggers because they’re lightweight, soft, and just the right amount of cozy without being heavy.

6. The Garmin Messenger

If you’ve ever been on a remote road trip (Alaska, Utah backcountry, Montana backroads) you know: cell service disappears fast. That’s where the Garmin INREACH Messenger comes in.

It uses satellite tech to let you send texts even in no-service areas. It also tracks your location and lets loved ones follow your route in real time.

Why you’ll love it: Peace of mind. Your family won’t panic when you’re “off the grid,” and you’ll always have a way to reach help if you need it. On Black Friday, it’s usually $50 off, either on Garmin’s site or Amazon.

7. RTL Travel Guides: 30% Off

Planning a road trip shouldn’t feel like homework. That’s why we created our Road Trip Locals Travel Guides to give you the ultimate shortcut to amazing adventures.

Here’s why you’ll love them:

They save hours. No more juggling open tabs and trying to piece together half-baked itineraries. We’ve mapped everything out.
They get you to the good stuff faster. You’ll see the iconic sights and the hidden gems most people miss.
They’re tested in the wild. We’ve road tripped these routes ourselves—learning the hard way so you don’t have to.
They make it fun. Instead of stressing over logistics, you’ll be laughing at inside jokes on the open road and pulling over for spontaneous photo ops. 📸

Black Friday deal: 30% off all guides with code TRAVELBF. From Yellowstone to Alaska, these guides are your ultimate travel wingman for 2025.

8. Electronics

Road trips are packed with “did that just happen?” moments—wildlife dashing across the road, sunsets that look painted, that time you took the wrong turn and ended up somewhere unforgettable. And Black Friday is the best time to upgrade your photo + video gear so you never miss a shot.

Here are the deals roadtrippers should watch for in 2025:

GoPro HERO10 / Insta360 X3: The ultimate action cameras. Clip them to your backpack, dash, or helmet for crisp, wide-angle footage of hikes, swims, and winding scenic drives.
Rove Dash Cam: More than just a safety feature—it’s like having a built-in road trip documentary crew. Great for reliving epic drives like Going-to-the-Sun Road or Pacific Coast Highway. Last Black Friday it dropped 38%, and similar discounts are expected this year.
Wildlife Spotting Scopes + Binoculars: Black Friday is prime time to score high-quality binoculars or spotting scopes at outdoor retailers. Perfect for catching a glimpse of bison in Lamar Valley, climbers on El Capitan, or stars on a crystal-clear desert night.
Mirrorless Cameras (Sony, Canon, Nikon): If you’ve been holding out on upgrading your travel camera, Cyber Weekend brings some of the steepest discounts of the year. Think sharper shots, better low-light performance, and smaller, lighter bodies perfect for tossing in your daypack.

Why you’ll love it: Instead of pixelated zooms or shaky phone footage, you’ll come home with souvenirs that actually do your trip justice. Imagine a time-lapse of your car winding through Glacier, a crisp video of your hike to Delicate Arch, or close-up shots of Yellowstone’s wolves. These aren’t just “pics for Instagram”—they’re memories you’ll want to relive for years.

9. Gorilla Bow Travel

Long road trip? Extended stay in an Airbnb? The Gorilla Bow Travel Gym is a resistance-based workout set that fits in your suitcase.

Why you’ll love it: You can keep your workout routine on track without finding a gym. We used ours for months of travel—it’s a game changer. Black Friday: 25% off.

10. Gossamer Gear Mariposa Backpack

This isn’t just for hardcore backpackers. We used the Mariposa for three weeks in Alaska and it was perfect… lightweight, roomy, and comfortable for long hikes.

Why you’ll love it: Less bulk, more comfort. If you hate heavy packs, this is the one. And Black Friday usually brings 30% off sitewide.

11. YETI Roadie Cooler

The YETI Roadie is the road trip cooler. Compact enough to fit in your car, sturdy enough to sit on, and it keeps food cold for days.

Why you’ll love it: No more soggy sandwiches or melted drinks halfway through your drive. For 2024, YETI offered 20% off the Roadie. Look for similar sales this year!

12. VPN Subscription

Hotel Wi-Fi and sketchy café networks are hacker heaven. A VPN keeps your data safe, especially if you’re running a business on the road.

NordVPN is usually 74% off + 3 free months during Black Friday. Worth it for peace of mind alone.

13. Gathre Mat

The Gathre Mat is one of those “why didn’t we get this sooner?” items. It folds small, wipes clean, and works for everything: beach picnics, park concerts, camping, tailgates.

Why you’ll love it: It’s lightweight, packable, and durable. You can throw it down anywhere and instantly have a comfy spot to sit. Cyber Weekend: 20% off.

We love the Maxi Gathre Mat, which folds to a packable size yet offers room for everyone.

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