The 10 Best Hunting Hats

The versatile Mega Cap MG (around $11) has a wide brim all the way around for sportsmen who will spend at least part of their day in the sun. You can find it in a variety of camouflage shades to match the terrain, and there are multiple size options for those with larger heads.

The Odema Unisex Trooper (about $17) provides toasty protection in extreme temperatures for the entire head. It's ideal for windy winter weather, with ear flaps that can be worn up or down, plus adjustable chin straps that bring the warmth all the way to your neck.

When the intended prey is fowl, this Quik Camo 3D (about $30) is a bucket hat and face mask combo that will break up the outline of your face without blocking your view. It provides great UV protection, and the moisture-wicking fabric dries quickly.

If you only need your headgear to keep the sun out of your eyes, then the basic, budget-friendly Realtree Camo Cap (around $9) may fit the bill. It stays firmly in place, thanks to an adjustable hook-and-loop closure, and can also be worn over balaclavas and skull caps.

The Ergodyne N-Ferno Balaclava (around $15) offers a slim silhouette for cold-weather sportsmen who want to stay warm without adding bulk. The mouth area features a mesh panel that directs exhaled air out, so that glasses are not fogged up by your breathing.

The Mossy Oak Country Reversible (about $9) is like having two hats for the price of one. This knit beanie is blaze orange on one side for when you need to be seen, with a camo print on the other for when you need to stay hidden from view.

The Rothco Boonie (appx. $11) is the classic military style popularized by the Marine Corps. It's made to the same specifications as the government issued model, including the sewn-on loops that accommodate branches and leaves for extra camouflage.

The Panther Vision Powercap (appx. $20) provides hands-free lighting to help you find your way to your deer stand in the early morning hours. The dual-action lights give you two bright spotlights for distance, and two softer floodlights for closeup tasks.

The Vifine Sun Cap (about $12) has a variety of uses, with a breath-through face mask and a one-piece neck and ear covering, both of which are removable. You can use the lightweight hat by itself, plus it has a drawstring on the back, so that you can customize the fit.

The Rivers West Skull Cap (around $18) is made of warm, breathable microfleece that has been treated to be waterproof. This no-fuss, one-size-fits-most option helps you blend into the terrain with three different print choices, and it's reversible.