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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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Adults' Buff Coolnet UV Plus Multifunctional Headwear
Buff Adults' Buff Coolnet UV Plus Multifunctional Headwear
A multi-color, 100% recycled polyester headwear offering UPF 50+ sun protection and cooling HEIQ technology.
(205)
$25 $25
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$25 $25
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Adults' Sunday Afternoons Charter Hat
Sunday Afternoons Adults' Sunday Afternoons Charter Hat
A lightweight gray nylon sun hat offering UPF 50+ protection, water resistance, and adjustable comfort features.
(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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Adult's Sunday Afternoons Ultra Adventure Hat
Sunday Afternoons Adult's Sunday Afternoons Ultra Adventure Hat
A yellow nylon adventure hat offering UPF 50+ sun protection, moisture-wicking comfort, and packable design.
(63)
$60 $60
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$60 $60
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Women's Henschel Aussie Breezer Hat
Henschel Women's Henschel Aussie Breezer Hat
A packable, natural-colored hat with UPF 50+ protection, mesh panels, and an adjustable chin strap.
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$59.95 $59.95
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$59.95 $59.95
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Adults' Mountain Classic Bucket Hat
L.L.Bean Adults' Mountain Classic Bucket Hat
A lightweight blue bucket hat made from recycled polyester, offering UPF 50+ sun protection and breathability.
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$39.95 $29.99
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$39.95 $29.99
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Adults' Tropicwear Fishing Hat
L.L.Bean Adults' Tropicwear Fishing Hat
A green fishing hat with UPF 50+ protection, moisture-wicking sweatband, and adjustable fit.
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$29.95 $29.95
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$29.95 $29.95
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Women's Pistil Coastal Sun Hat
Pistil Women's Pistil Coastal Sun Hat
A tan paper straw sun hat with a full brim, open-weave crown, and faux suede braided band.
(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 lightweight, multi-color five-panel cap with recycled polyester, UPF 50+ sun protection, and moisture-wicking mesh.
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$32.95 $27.99
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$32.95 $27.99
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Women's Sunday Afternoons Sol Seeker Hat
Sunday Afternoons Women's Sunday Afternoons Sol Seeker Hat
A blue sun hat made from a recycled polyester and paper blend, offering UPF 50+ protection and packable convenience.
(0)
$48 $48
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$48 $48
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Adults' Stetson Jackson Outdoor Hat
Stetson Adults' Stetson Jackson Outdoor Hat
A handmade brown wool felt hat with water resistance, a pinch-front crown, and a feather-accented band.
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$180 $180
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$180 $180
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Women's Pistil Tandy Hat
Pistil Women's Pistil Tandy Hat
A lightweight green cotton sun hat with a wired brim, ventilation eyelets, and a detachable chin cord.
(0)
$48 $48
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$48 $48
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Adults' L.L.Bean National Parks Trucker Hat
L.L.Bean Adults' L.L.Bean National Parks Trucker Hat
A multi-color trucker hat featuring exclusive National Park patches, breathable polyester mesh, and adjustable snap back.
(0)
$26.95 $26.95
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$26.95 $26.95
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Adults' Wharf Street Rain Hat
L.L.Bean Adults' Wharf Street Rain Hat
A lightweight green rain hat with a wide brim, waterproof recycled nylon shell, and adjustable drawstring.
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$44.95 $29.99
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$44.95 $29.99
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Women's Pistil Opal Hat
Pistil Women's Pistil Opal Hat
A brown polyester and paper straw hat with UPF 40 sun protection and a crushable, packable design.
(0)
$58 $58
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$58 $58
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Adults' VentureStretch Packable Cap
L.L.Bean Adults' VentureStretch Packable Cap
A blue, packable synthetic cap with moisture-wicking fabric, 360° reflectivity, and adjustable drawcord fit.
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$34.95 $25.99
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$34.95 $25.99
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Beanlight Floating Visor Unisex
L.L.Bean Beanlight Floating Visor Unisex
A black nylon visor with a floating foam design and CoolMax® mesh sweatband for watersports.
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$26.95 $16.99
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$26.95 $16.99
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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, adjustable fit, and a moisture-wicking sweatband.
(0)
$50 $50
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$50 $50
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Adults' Cotton Motif Bucket Hat
L.L.Bean Adults' Cotton Motif Bucket Hat
A lightweight, multi-color cotton twill bucket hat with a moisture-wicking mesh sweatband and sun-shading brim.
(0)
$44.95 $34.99
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$44.95 $34.99
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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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