Camping season has arrived! After a long day of hiking and exploring the outdoors, there's nothing better than gathering around the campfire for a delicious meal.
To help you plan your next camping trip accordingly, we’ve put together a list of our best camping recipes, like side dishes, easy snacks, and even some sweet treats because what's camping without s'mores?
Grill up some hot dogs, corn, and all kinds of kebabs. And never fear, if you bring along a camp grill or prefer to cook over the campfire, these recipes are delicious either way!
1
Campfire-Grilled Pineapple Upside Down Cake
This five-ingredient campfire-grilled pineapple upside-down cake goes way beyond charred marshmallows for an impressively-memorable camping dessert.
Get the recipe for Campfire-Grilled Pineapple Upside Down Cake.
2
S'mores Three Ways
Look, there's absolutely nothing wrong with a regular s'mores—but we think it's time to give the classic recipe some decadent upgrades.
Get the recipe for S'mores Three Ways.
3
Grilled Corn with Mexican "Street Style" Topping
Make this popular grilled corn topping on your next camping trip or at your next barbecue!
Get the recipe for Grilled Corn with Mexican "Street Style" Topping.
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4
Hot Dogs with Quick Cast-Iron Beans
After a long day of exploring the great outdoors, you're going to be craving a hearty meal. This classic camping dinner recipe is easy to throw together—thanks to a grill and a cast iron skillet.
Get the recipe for Hot Dogs with Quick Cast-Iron Beans.
5
Grilled Watermelon and Halloumi Kebabs with Basil Salt
The perfect vegetarian camping appetizer or side dish, these skewers take advantage of fresh summer watermelon and pair it with salty halloumi.
Get the recipe for Grilled Watermelon and Halloumi Kebabs with Basil Salt.
6
Chicken and Black Bean Nachos
The best thing about this foil pack recipe? It can be eaten anywhere your adventure takes you.
Get the recipe for Chicken and Black Bean Nachos.
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7
Grilled Orange Old-Fashioned
If you're looking for a fun drink to make on your next camping trip, how fun is this co*cktail garnished with a toasted marshmallow!?
Get the recipe for Grilled Orange Old-Fashioned.
8
Blackberry-Glazed Chicken
Psst. Fresh blackberries break down into a tangy sauce incredibly fast, and turn standard grilled chicken into a sweet-tart wonder.
Get the recipe for Blackberry-Glazed Chicken.
9
Grilled Hot Dogs with Fixin's
Pair your dog with one of these delicious toppings, including spicy chiles and tangy pickled onions.
Get the recipe for Grilled Hot Dogs with Fixin's.
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10
Cast-Iron Caramel, Marshmallow, and Salted Almond Brownies
Equally at home on a grill or cooked over campfire coals, this cast-iron brownie, packed with marshmallow, caramel, and salted almond gets all kinds of crispy on the edges, but stays gooey and delicious on the inside.
Get the recipe Cast-Iron Caramel, Marshmallow, and Salted Almond Brownies.
Two ingredients, plus water and ice, are all it takes to make this classic summer sipper. Just combine in a mason jar and shake!
Get the recipe for Mason Jar Lemonade.
12
Skillet Spinach-Artichoke Dip with Fire-Roasted Bread
The best part about this dip aside from how delicious it is? You can prepare and serve it your cast iron skillet! It's the perfect camping appetizer or snack
Get the recipe for Skillet Spinach-Artichoke Dip.
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13
Tofu, Tomato, and Zucchini Kebabs
Looking for vegetarian or vegan camping recipes? Fresh thyme and a light marinade make these easy grilled kebabs taste incredible!
Get the recipe for Tofu, Tomato, and Zucchini Kebabs.
14
Skillet S'mores
To avoid unnecessary prep and mess on your camping trip, take advantage of make ahead camping recipes. You can assemble these miniature s'mores skillets beforehand, which makes them the perfect "bake-and-take" treats.
Get the recipe for Skillet S'mores.
15
Beer-Braised Chicken
This spicy pulled chicken can be packed into tortillas, piled onto soft buns, or eaten straight on a plate with perhaps a side of grilled corn.
Get the recipe for Beer-Braised Chicken.
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16
Seared Sausage with Cabbage and Pink Lady Apples
Don't forget to pack your dutch oven! This is camping food at its finest. It's simple, hearty, and full of flavor.
Get the recipe for Seared Sausage with Cabbage and Pink Lady Apples.
17
Grilled Corn with Red Pepper Jelly Glaze
Spice up your summer corn with this easy glaze! You'll want to slather it on everything.
Get the recipe for Grilled Corn with Red Pepper Jelly Glaze.
18
Mason Jar Watermelon Frosé
Summer is here and it's time to kick back and relax with a boozy frozen treat!
Get the recipe for Mason Jar Watermelon Frosé.
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19
Perfect Grilled Burgers
You can't go wrong with this basic campfire staple. Set up a grilling rack over some coals, form some patties from meat, salt them generously, and you've got a delicious meal.
Get the recipe for Perfect Grilled Burgers.
20
Toasty Cinnamon Twists
This simple and cinnamon-filled campfire treat is easy to whip up and will become a new family favorite! They're kid-friendly and only a few ingredients.
Top tip: mix up your porridge, powdered milk, dried fruit, and nuts in a baggie to save you some steps at camp. This is a treat if you have a skillet and can fry up some eggs. Bring along some bread and a tin of baked beans (or make your own dehydrated baked beans).
Trail mix with nuts and dried fruit. Freeze-dried fruits and veggies with roasted bean or chickpea snacks. Cheese stick + single serving whole grain cracker packs. Snack bars like CLIF Kid Zbar® Protein for the kids and CLIF® Nut Butter Bar for adults.
For camping, food that keeps well includes dehydrated meals, canned foods, whole grain cereals, dried fruits, nuts, and hard cheeses. These options are durable, non-perishable, and don't require refrigeration, making them ideal for sustaining energy levels and nutrition while enjoying the great outdoors.
Don't bring perishable meat or poultry products without a cold source to keep them safe. Bring disposable wipes, hand sanitizer or biodegradable soap for hand- and dishwashing. If using a cooler, leftover food is safe only if the cooler still has ice in it. Otherwise, discard leftover food.
Normally, the rule of threes contains the following: You can survive three minutes without breathable air (unconsciousness), or in icy water. You can survive three hours in a harsh environment (extreme heat or cold). You can survive three days without drinkable water or sleep.
When you start packing, start with a layer of ice on the bottom, then start adding in the items you need to stay coolest (like raw meat) on the bottom. Add another layer of ice, more food, and then more ice. Finish with foods that don't need much refrigeration, like vegetables.
Introduction: My name is Arielle Torp, I am a comfortable, kind, zealous, lovely, jolly, colorful, adventurous person who loves writing and wants to share my knowledge and understanding with you.
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