We realize that a balaclava isn’t exactly a hat. But, it is headwear, and we think that’s good enough to make this list. But, there’s so much more to hunting hats than legality. You need a lid that’s built for your hunting style and the weather you expect during the upcoming season.

And while most caps are advertised towards men, women out there can approach these hunting hats with confidence, too, so long as they find the right fit. The most classic boonie hats will remind you of time spent in the military, help you channel your inner Bill Murray, and keep the sun out of your eyes. The TRU-SPEC Multicam fits the bill. The only real complaints we found range from reviewers saying the hat is too large to some saying it’s too small. Otherwise, it seems to do the job admirably. Color isn’t much of a choice for lots of Western hunters. Many of us must sport blaze orange hunting hats to stay legal when hunting with a rifle.If it were loose-fitting, odor could seep out, but this hat fits my 7 and ⅜ size head well due to its low profile and head-conforming materials. Ultimately, if you want the best baseball-style orange cap for warmer days, here it is. Warmth is probably the most critical factor to consider when considering cold-weather hunting hats. If your cap doesn’t keep you warm when winter decides to punish you, what’s the point? When hunting in cold seasons, search for well-insulated lids that won’t let you down in the field. Color

If you’re out hunting deer in a freezing Midwest tree stand, you’re going to need a seriously warm hat in addition to your winter clothes.

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Not everyone will like the style of these hats, so we wanted to include an option that the majority of hunters out there can get behind. That’s why we wound up at this Under Armour orange hat. For starters, this balaclava is available in four different camo patterns so that you can gear up properly for your surroundings. It’s also made with quiet material, so bowhunters will remain silent and have the ability to get in close while obscuring their profile. Hiden’ll keep your noggin’ hidden during those early-season hunts when you’re in stealth mode. After meeting with the owner of Hiden, I learned that he painstakingly designed his pattern (by hand) to give his customers the best chance at confusing big game.

This is a one-size-fits-all style hat with an adjustable clasp, but those with larger heads may have trouble squeezing into it. If that’s the case, consider the Sitka Fanatic Beanie we recommend directly below. While not as warm as the Hudson from Sitka, slide your head into a tighter-fitting beanie and layer this Drake hat on top if you seek added warmth. Under Armour built this balaclava with a thermo-conductive lining that’ll help keep you warm on cold-weather hunts, as well. UA even included scent-control technology, too. Sure, turkeys don’t have a great sense of smell, but this balaclava will help you keep the deer and elk from noticing you and alerting their turkey friends. But, we realize that blaze orange is a state-to-state rule, so we also include plenty of camo headwear that’ll help you fill your tag as well. Seasons And if you’re a southern hunter, you can probably avoid layering and use this cap year-round because it’s uninsulated and will keep the harsh sun out of your eyes.