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Sun Hats for Outdoor Protection

Find sun hats for outdoor protection in a range of styles, and narrow your choices by brim shape and fit. Check each hat’s sizing and listed protection features to choose the right option for you.

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Men's Aussie Breezer Hat
Henschel Men's Aussie Breezer Hat
A green nylon sun hat with UPF 50+ protection, mesh panels, and a three-inch brim.
(461)
$54.95 $54.95
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$54.95 $54.95
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Adults' Tropicwear Outback Fishing Hat
L.L.Bean Adults' Tropicwear Outback Fishing Hat
A blue lightweight synthetic-nylon sun hat with 97.5% sun protection, moisture-wicking sweatband, and neck coverage.
(222)
$39.95 $39.95
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What customers like:
Effective sun protection
Lightweight and packable
Adjustable and secure
Soft fabric
Comfortable fit
$39.95 $39.95
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Adults' Buff Coolnet UV Plus Multifunctional Headwear
Buff Adults' Buff Coolnet UV Plus Multifunctional Headwear
A multicolor polyester headwear accessory with UPF 50+ sun protection, moisture-activated cooling and versatile wear options.
(205)
$25 $25
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$25 $25
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Adults' Stetson Expedition Crushable Wool Hat
Stetson Adults' Stetson Expedition Crushable Wool Hat
A green, crushable wool-felt hat with a weather-resistant design and three-inch brim for versatile outdoor wear.
(175)
$150 $150
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What customers like:
Perfect fit
Traditional styling
Stylish
Practical
$150 $150
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Adults' Sunday Afternoons Charter Hat
Sunday Afternoons Adults' Sunday Afternoons Charter Hat
A gray, packable nylon sun hat with UPF 50+ protection, moisture-wicking sweatband and adjustable chinstrap.
(161)
$75 $75
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What customers like:
Effective sun protection
Practical design
Adjustable sizing
Stylish appearance
Comfortable fit
$75 $75
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Kids' and Toddlers' Sunday Afternoons Play Hat
Sunday Afternoons Kids' and Toddlers' Sunday Afternoons Play Hat
A white nylon sun hat with UPF 50+ protection, ventilation, quick-drying fabric and a floating brim.
(106)
$38 $38
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$38 $38
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Adult's Sunday Afternoons Ultra Adventure Hat
Sunday Afternoons Adult's Sunday Afternoons Ultra Adventure Hat
A blue nylon sun hat with UPF 50+ protection, moisture-wicking comfort, water resistance, and packable brim.
(63)
$60 $60
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What customers like:
Excellent sun coverage
Lightweight design
Comfortable fit
$60 $60
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Adults' No Fly Zone Baseball Hat
L.L.Bean Adults' No Fly Zone Baseball Hat
A green nylon-polyester hat with insect-repellent treatment, UPF 50+ sun protection, and moisture-wicking COOLMAX® sweatband.
(0)
$29.95 $29.95
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$29.95 $29.95
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Adults' Sunday Afternoons Solar Bucket Hat
Sunday Afternoons Adults' Sunday Afternoons Solar Bucket Hat
A gray nylon sun hat with UPF 50+ protection, ventilated crown, adjustable chinstrap, and packable design.
(0)
$48 $48
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$48 $48
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Women's Henschel Aussie Breezer Hat
Henschel Women's Henschel Aussie Breezer Hat
A tan nylon sun hat with breathable mesh panels, UPF 50+ protection, and a packable design.
(0)
$59.95 $59.95
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$59.95 $59.95
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Women's Pistil Opal Hat
Pistil Women's Pistil Opal Hat
A black polyester-and-paper-straw sun hat with a full brim, UPF 40 protection, and packable design.
(0)
$58 $24.99
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$58 $24.99
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Adults' No Fly Zone Boonie Hat
L.L.Bean Adults' No Fly Zone Boonie Hat
A green nylon-polyester sun hat with UPF 50+, insect-repellent treatment, breathable comfort, and a wide brim.
(0)
$39.95 $39.95
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$39.95 $39.95
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Adults' Mountain Classic Bucket Hat
L.L.Bean Adults' Mountain Classic Bucket Hat
A tan recycled-polyester bucket hat offering UPF 50+ protection, breathable coverage, and water- and wind-resistant performance.
(0)
$39.95 $29.99
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$39.95 $29.99
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Women's Pistil Coastal Sun Hat
Pistil Women's Pistil Coastal Sun Hat
A tan straw sun hat with a ventilated open-weave crown, full brim and packable shape.
(0)
$58 $58
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$58 $58
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Adults' Mountain Classic 5-Panel Cap
L.L.Bean Adults' Mountain Classic 5-Panel Cap
A multicolor recycled-polyester cap with breathable mesh, water-resistant construction and UPF 50+ sun protection.
(0)
$32.95 $27.99
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$32.95 $27.99
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Women's Sunday Afternoons Athena Hat
Sunday Afternoons Women's Sunday Afternoons Athena Hat
A tan straw sun hat offering UPF 50+ protection, moisture-wicking comfort, and an adjustable chinstrap.
(0)
$50 $50
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$50 $50
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Adults' Stetson Jackson Outdoor Hat
Stetson Adults' Stetson Jackson Outdoor Hat
A brown, crushable wool-felt outdoor hat with a water-resistant finish, wide brim, and feather-accented hatband.
(0)
$180 $180
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$180 $180
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Adults' Tropicwear Baseball Fishing Hat
L.L.Bean Adults' Tropicwear Baseball Fishing Hat
A gray polyester-nylon fishing hat with UPF 50+ sun protection, mesh, stretch comfort, and moisture-wicking sweatband.
(0)
$24.95 $24.95
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$24.95 $24.95
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Adults' Henschel Allport Waxed Cotton Packer Hat
Adults' Henschel Allport Waxed Cotton Packer Hat
A brown, crushable waxed-cotton hat with breathable eyelets, leather tieback, and a sun-shielding brim.
(0)
$60 $60
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$60 $60
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Adults' L.L.Bean National Parks Trucker Hat
L.L.Bean Adults' L.L.Bean National Parks Trucker Hat
A multicolor trucker hat with National Park patches, cotton brim, polyester mesh, snapback and moisture-wicking sweatband.
(0)
$26.95 $26.95
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$26.95 $26.95
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Kids' Pistil Kai Hat
Pistil Kids' Pistil Kai Hat
A pink packable straw-polyester sun hat with UPF 50+ protection and an adjustable chin cord.
(0)
$38 $38
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$38 $38
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Women's Pistil Tandy Hat
Pistil Women's Pistil Tandy Hat
A packable tan cotton canvas sun hat with wired brim, ventilation eyelets and adjustable chin cord.
(0)
$48 $48
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$48 $48
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Sun Hats for Outdoor Protection

Sun Hats for Outdoor Protection brings together a familiar outdoor essential and the pleasure of finding a style that feels like you. A hat is a personal choice: the shape of the crown, the width of the brim and the way it frames your face all help determine whether it becomes the one you reach for by the door. Start with a silhouette you already enjoy wearing, then consider whether you prefer an understated look or something with a little more character. A broad brim creates a different profile than a narrower one, and a structured shape has a different feel from a relaxed design. Look closely at the individual descriptions and photos rather than choosing by appearance alone. For protection details, rely on the information provided for each hat; the category name and the look of a brim don’t tell the whole story.

Fit deserves just as much attention as style. Before choosing a size, measure around your head where the hat will sit and compare that measurement with the item’s sizing information. If you fall between sizes, check for specific fit guidance instead of assuming that every style fits the same way. Think about how you usually wear your hair, too—a detail that’s easy to overlook until you try a hat on. Where an adjustable fit is listed, read how the adjustment works and what size range it accommodates. Brim proportions are worth a second look, particularly if you wear glasses and have strong preferences about how a hat sits above them. Checking the care instructions before buying is another small step that helps you choose something that fits your routine, not just your wardrobe.

A sun hat can also make a thoughtful gift for someone who values time outside and enjoys choosing the details of their own outdoor style. Take your cue from the hats they already wear: a favorite shape or familiar color is often a better starting point than a dramatic change. Knowing their size makes the choice more personal, while clear care and fit information gives them a useful place to start. There’s something inviting about a row of hats hanging near the back door, ready for everyone to choose their own before stepping outside together. Whether you’re selecting a gift or adding to that row yourself, give the everyday details their due. The right choice begins with the wearer’s preferences, a good look at the product information and a style they’ll be glad to call their own.

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