Best Backpacking Compass in 2026

MADE IN THE USA - This aluminum compass is the top quality pocket compass on the market. Accurate to +/- 40 mils, it performs flawlessly in extreme temperatures.

OFFICIAL US MILITARY COMPASS - With this professional tactical compass survival is more likely. A survival compass backed by our government!

WANT A COMPASS YOU CAN TRUST? Stay safe with this accurate compass for backpacking. Self powered lighted pocket compass provides illumination for over 12 years.

Professional Grade: This professional grade military compass will always lead you in the right direction. Ideal for camping, military usage, emergencies, and anywhere the beaten track takes you.

Ergonomic Design: The lensatic function increases the reading’s accuracy with a lens on the rear sight that magnifies the card dial – so you’ll always get an accurate reading.

Military Construction: Tough and tenacious, the military construction with waterproof and shakeproof properties is built to survive the harshest of hikes.

AdventurePak comes included with the Carson 30mm Hawk Kids Binoculars, Lensatic Compass, Flashlight and a Signal Whistle with a Built-in Thermometer

Perfect childrens toy gift set for backpacking, camping, hiking, safaris and other outdoor fun, adventures and exploration.

Lensatic Compass has true hand-bearing triangulation capabilities | Hawk Beginner Binoculars contain a 30mm Objective Lens Diameter

2 IN 1 DESIGN: Carabiner Clip compass combines the functions of a compass and a mountaineering buckle with a twist lock, and when not in use, it can be quickly snatched out of the way and hung on a belt or bag with a carabiner. Please take care of the compass keychain when using it to ensure that the direction is accurate

HIGH-QUALITY MATERIAL: Mini magnetic compass keychain is composed of high-quality aluminum alloy material which performs admirably in terms of high strength and resistance to all weather conditions.

COMPACT & DURABLE: Kids compass is compact and small in size but big in utility. Pocket compass is small enough to put on your key ring, store in your handbag, purse, or pocket and you can easily fit it into your backpack and take it everywhere

KEY FEATURES: This manual magnet compass consists of Acrylic Baseplate with Azimuth bearing and 360 degree rotating bezel. With the help of a magnetic needle which consists of a liquid-filled capsule (bubble free) helps to swing fast and freely point you towards north. The Magnifying Glass is used for reading and navigating geological maps. Along with this, it has the compass Ruler Scale of 1:24000 for precise route mappin

PORTABLE & LIGHTWEIGHT: Boy Scout compass is small in size and an essential piece of survival gear to have in your pocket or hiking backpack. Both children and adults can use it, easy to carry during your trips especially for field trips. Portable Handheld Compass with magnetic needle and directional arrow, orienting lines compass and lanyard

PROFESSIONAL, ADVANCE COMPASS NAVIGATION: Our orienteering compass is constructed for accurate directions and making it an ideal all-around land navigation kit for hikers, campers, girl & boy scouts and survivalists

【High Strength Engineering Metal】 This compass is made of high strength engineering metal,which is sturdy and durable.

【Fluorescent Design】Luminous magnet arrow and compass card allows you to read data in dark environment after absorbing enough sunshine. Lights up the dial in the dark for data reading.

【Multifunction and Portable】Traditional military style compass engineered in a compact metal case for maximum portability; Rugged metal body with Foldable metal lid, Floating compass dial with 360° scale, Adjustable prism lens, Sighting Telescope. Pouch and lanyard make it easy to carry around. Absolutely great for outdoor enthusiasts.

See-through base and rotating, liquid filled housing -- ideal for navigating maps

Base contains scales in inches, millimeters, and 1:25,000; jeweled needle and luminous pointer

Affordable, essential gear for camping, backpacking, backcountry treks, and more

PROFESSIONAL GRADE: Tritium military compass is the ultimate camping survival equipment for field trips and comes with black lanyard for putting and waterproof pouch with a belt loop. Lensatic compass ideal for vacation camping, mountain climbing, kayaking, spotting outdoor wildlife, emergencies, and anywhere else off the beaten path

MULTI-FUNCTION MILITARY COMPASS: Rugged metal body with foldable metal cover, floating compass dial with 360° scale, adjustable prism lens, and sighting lens. Military style compass designed in a small compact metal case for optimal portability. Сompass for survival is portable and simple to carry

HIGH ACCURACY: Hiking military compass has bubble levels, a clear scale value, sighting lines on the cover, and a diopter sighting lens that can be adjusted, all of which can increase accuracy and reduce error

1,Durable Military Metal Compass. Compass case is made of high-strength zinc alloy material, very durable, impact resistant and waterproof.

2,Survival Navigation Compass. Liquid-filled magnetic compass, floating compass rose with clear 360° scale, bubble level can improve the accuracy of the pointer. The adjustable vertical lens prism also allows you to read the internal compass card 1°resolution.

3,Night Fluorescent Compass Dial and Arrow. The compass dial and arrow will be luminous after absorb light, especially obvious at night or low-light conditions.

Adjustable Declination - True North and Magnetic North are not identical. The Sun Company ProSight Base Plate Map Compass has an adjustable declination dial for the most precise direction reading.

Luminous Rotating Bezel - Compass bezel rotates 360 degrees for easy bearings. Dial is ultra-luminous which makes this one of the premier navigational compasses for low-light situations.

Sighting Mirror & Protective Cover - Cover keeps the compass safe from damage. Open up the folding cover to reveal a full-sized sighting mirror. Great for military, surveying, bushcraft, and scouting applications.

ADJUSTABLE DECLINATION: With its adjustable declination dial, the Orienteering with mirror compass makes it simple to obtain the most accurate reading. A vital piece of equipment for military survival or search and rescue circumstances

MULTI-FUNCTION: Azimuth Bearing and a 360-degree rotating bezel are included on an acrylic baseplate compass. Waterproof, glow in the dark, Magnifying glass and 1:25000/1:50k compass scale are used for reading and navigating on cartographic maps while using the field map compass

SIGHTING MIRROR & PROTECTIVE COVER: This special feature makes it easier to see both the background and compass dial at once. You may use the notch to align the sighting compass with the target while the mirror is open at a 45-degree angle. Next, look in the mirror and adjust the orienting arrow as required. Also, it comes with the protective cover that keeps kids compass safe from damage

Ball-type compass with brass pin for attaching to backpack or jacket

Liquid filled to ensure dial is always upright; luminous directional arrow

Affordable, essential gear for camping, backpacking, backcountry treks, and more

DIMENSIONS: 5” H x 2.4” W x 0.6” D and weighs 1.8 oz

EASE OF USE: Easy to read liquid-filled compass with swivel bezel and adjustable marching line for easy map reading

VERSATILITY: Features multiple scales (inch, metric and 1:25,000) for precise route planning

PROFESSIONAL GRADE COMPASSES: Our MecArmy compass performs flawlessly in temperatures ranging from -10° F to 120° F; Waterproof IPX5; Ideal for camping, military usage, emergencies, and anywhere the beaten track takes you, with the professional compass survival is more likely.

HIGH SENSITIVITY: The exquisite portable compass is made of available in either TC4 titanium & brass, uses special encapsulation technology to improve the sensitivity and precision. This brass compass is the top quality pocket compass on the market, it performs flawlessly in extreme temperatures.

FLUORESCENCE: The compass’ interface glows in the dark( please put it under light or sunshine 1~3 mins), so even when night falls, you can read at any time, max runtime up to 1 hours.

【Solid Build Quality】 Premium zinc alloy metal body with a foldable metal lid, tough and tenacious for years of durable using. The military construction with waterproof and shakeproof design allows it can work in extreme weather conditions.

【High Precision】 Thermoelastic liquid-filled capsule, this compass uses a true sighting optic that allows a direct read of the internal compass card housed in the fluid filled capsule. The bubble level can improve its accuracy and decrease its errors; aiming window and line of sight can accurate locating.

【Easy to Read】 Thanks to thumb hold and magnifying viewer, sighting window, you can get a fast and easy read. Special design of fluorescent light allows you to read data even in dark environment.

✿RETRO DESIGN: Classic cover with Statue of Liberty and World Map.

✿WATERPROOF & SHAKEPROOF: Works well in all weather conditions as the fully sealed design.

✿PRECISE & FAST: Uses special materials with floating compass dial to improve the sensitivity and precision. This lovely compass will always lead you in the right direction.

What will you get: 4 pieces of compasses to meet your needs, accurate and lightweight, you can pinpoint your position and find the direction you want to go, and it is the nice companion for you to travel easily

Easy to carry: this compass is convenient to carry and use, fits into your pocket, small and has clear and understandable structure, suitable for kids and adults to use without pressure

Nice material: the compass is made of acrylic, lightweight and durable, easy and practical for children, and it's waterproof, suitable for bad weather

Luminous magnet arrow and compass card allows you to read data in dark environment after absorbing enough sunshine. Lights up the dial in the dark for data reading.

Built-in a bubble level can improve its accuracy and decrease its errors.It can always lead you in the right direction.

The vernier/dial graduation marks and numbers are neatly etched into the backplates .keep clear for a long time without fading.

CUSHION-MOUNTED - Compass is cushion-mounted and impact resistant. Provides at-a-glance direction and is very easy to read.

LIQUID-FILLED LUMINOUS COMPASS - Compass stays luminous for up to an hour after being exposed to light. Perfect for low-light conditions and night time adventures!

RULER ALONG SIDES - Inches and centimeters ruler included on sides for measuring map distances.

The manual magnet compass is made up of an Acrylic Baseplate that has an Azimuth bearing and a bezel that can rotate 360 degrees. The compass uses a magnetic needle that is contained within a liquid-filled capsule that is bubble-free, and this needle swings freely and quickly to direct you towards the north. The compass also comes with a Magnifying Glass,Size 116*56.5*10.5mm

The Boy Scout compass is a compact and vital tool to have in your possession during hiking trips. It is suitable for both kids and adults and can be conveniently carried in your pocket or backpack. Its magnetic needle and directional arrow make it a portable and hand-held device,orienting lines compass and lanyard

The package includes: 2 navigation compasses with luminous markings for use at night. We have also included 2 strings for easy attachment of the compasses around the neck or tied to a rucksack.

DESIGN - This ball compass is easily accessible, can be added to your keychain and you can go on your adventure without worries of being lost!

USAGE - This small but accurate key ring ball compass is great for camping, hiking, backpacking and other adventurous outdoor activities.

GIFT - Makes a great idea for gifts, this unique liquid-filled mini ball compass is an inexpensive but thoughtful gift option for your family and friends.

MULTI-FUNCTION LENSATIC COMPASS: Provides a range of functions, including sighting wire under the cover, rear sight groove for azimuth headings reading and luminous sighting dots for aligning the sighting cover in low light. Liquid filled compass, stable, accurate and locate quickly pointer

POCKET COMPASS: Hiking orienteering compass is constructed for accurate directions and making it an ideal all-around land navigation kit for hikers, campers, girl & boy scouts and survivalists. Also, this sighting comes with a case cover to protect the compass and reductions size

FLUORESCENT EFFECT: Lensatic Sighting compass dial interface illuminates in the dark after the fluorescent around bezel absorbing enough sunshine. Orienteering compass allow you to navigate even at night without getting lost

Material: the orienteering compass is made of acrylic, has long service time due to durable acrylic material, lightweight is convenient for you to carry and take accurate directional measurements, you can put it in your pocket or bag

Nice design: the boy scout compass comes with centimeter scale, inch scale, compass, scale ring, lanyard, the scale is clear enough for you to read easily, and the lanyard is convenient for you to carry, you can hang it on your neck

Easy to use: the compass contains liquid and no air bubbles, the pointer swings quickly and points to the north direction accurately, the rotating bezel is easy to rotate, you can make precise route planning with the multiple measurement scales

VERSATILITY: With its acrylic baseplate, azimuth bearing, and 360-degree rotating bezel, this magnet compass is designed for use in the field. Using this device will put you on the right path since the liquid-filled capsule's (bubble-free) movement enables the needle to swing freely and point north. In order to read and navigate on a map, utilize the magnifying glass. 1:24000 compass ruler is also included for locating routes

EASY TO USE: This baseplate magnetic compass is reliable and easy to use that keeps you feeling secure on any outdoor adventure. This BSA compass has a red arrow pointing along the long axis, which is perfect for using cartographic maps and getting rapid bearings

CONVENIENT: This field compass is convenient to use as it is lightweight which makes it easy to bring it around on your adventures. The Orienteering Compass is small and portable which means you can easily carry it in your pocket, or hiking backpack or even keep it around your neck as it has a break-away lanyard

Package quantity: package comes with 9 pieces hiking compasses, enough quantity for you to meet your different needs, you can share with your friends or team members when you and your friends having outdoor activities, which can bring a lot convenience for them

Proper size: this compass is in proper size, lightweight and easy to carry, and can be placed in a pocket with a rope, you can also hang it around your neck for children, scout, backpackers and women

Material: these orienteering compasses are made of acrylic material, durable to use, not easy to break, light in weight, easy to carry and store, can save your energy during outdoor activities, waterproof and fall resistant, suitable for bad weather and rugged terrain

【CLASSIC DESIGN】Classic Cover with Statue Of Liberty And World Map, Constructed Using High Quality Zinc Alloy Material, Floating Compass Dial With 360 Degrees Scale, The Mirror Surface is Smooth, Bright And Looks Very Beautiful.

【PORTABLE DESIGN】Lightweight and Portable Design, All In One Hand, Comes With A Strong Metal Chain, Which Can Be Attached To The Backpack Belt Pocket, Convenient And Not Easy To Lose. Making It Ideal for Adults & Kids.

【PRECISE & FAST】Uses Special Encapsulation Technology to Improve the Sensitivity and Precision, Compass Scale Is Clear And The Pointer Is Very Accurate. This Small and Cute Compass Will Always Lead You in The Right Direction.

EASY READING: magnifying glass ,rule and scales can reading with map clearly

LIGHT WEIGHT: 0.12lbs, lightweight and portable for kids and adults alike, an essential survival kit for hiking

VERSATILITY: features multiple scales (inch, metric and 1:25,000) for precise route planning. Compact map compass with a break-away lanyard

The M-Tac lensatic compass is the best camping survival gadget for field trips, used to accurately measure the direction as its arrows point to the South and the North in any circumstances. It is an essential piece of hiking equipment that helps to navigate.

Accurate Readings - The army compass has an adjustable diopter sighting lens function that increases reading accuracy by magnifying the card dial. The printed degrees on the edge of the limb and sighting lines on the cover increases accuracy and reduce fallibility.

Enhanced Navigation - The military compass is equipped with a calculation table on the lower part of the frame for quick and easy navigational calculations. The liquid level helps to identify shifts in orientation and provides accurate readings for navigational purposes.

Precise navigation anywhere in the world - With a global needle, this magnetic, mirrored sighting compass will provide accurate readings in both the Northern and Southern hemisphere, even when not held perfectly level (like when hiking).

Find your way at night and in low-light environments - With its luminous dial, needle, and directional markings, plus the LED light on the lanyard, you'll be able to navigate the wilderness like a pro with this survival compass even when it's dark.

Great for emergency situations - With the built-in sighting mirror and included survival whistle, you can signal for help, communicate your location, and alert others to dangerous situations if the need arises.

🧭 Durable and Lightweight Acrylic Baseplate Compass with 365 Degree Rotating Bezel. With Magnifier, Ruler, and 1:24000 Compass Scale easy to read on Cartographic Map.

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