The Best Tick-Repellent Clothing—Because It’s That Time of Year
If I could, I would wear the best tick-repellent clothing pretty much every time I went outdoors, regardless of the setting or time of year. That’s because ticks are nasty (controversial opinion, I know). They’re teeny-tiny, they can hop on and bite you without you knowing it, and they can transmit Lyme disease and other dangerous illnesses.
So I’d very much like to avoid these creepy-crawlies while enjoying my time outside—but I don’t want to dress like a beekeeper in order to do so. Luckily, the options for stylish hiking gear, insect- and arachnid-deterring fabrics, and effective bug repellents have only gotten better this season.
Continue reading to learn about the best tick-repellent clothing, written by Sara Coughlin.
May 29, 2025
Sara Coughlin
Chunguza Maudhui Zaidi
Majina ya Vyombo vya Habari
The Sawyer Mini is super lightweight, fits in your pocket, and filters up to 100,000 gallons of water.
Majina ya Vyombo vya Habari
Sawyer’s picaridin spray works up to 12 hours, and the company’s picaridin lotion is effective up to 14.
Majina ya Vyombo vya Habari
The Sawyer Squeeze Water Filter earns our top pick for its unbeatable mix of weight, longevity and versatility.
Kutoka kwa kikosi
Mazungumzo ya Campfire na jamii yetu, kutoka kwa Wanachama wa Squad na Mabalozi kwa Washirika wa Brand na timu ya Sawyer.
