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41 Packable Camping Recipes to Enjoy Around the Fire

These fun dishes are sure to make every meal as memorable as the trip!

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Brian Woodcock

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Whether you're roughing it in the woods, taking the fam on a car-camping vacation, glamping, or just in the back yard, there's one thing that is sure to make every camping adventure better (besides proper bug protection), and that's good food!

After a day of hiking around in the wilderness, or exploring new territory, your whole family is likely to be hungry. And nothing is sadder than opening a cold can of food, or eating something rehydrated from a packet, after all that work.

Just because you're out in the wilderness doesn't mean that you can't eat well! With a little prep, the proper cookware, and these tasty camping recipes you and the family will be eating as well as—if not better than—you do at home. We've got classic dishes on the list, like franks and beans or corn grilled over an open fire, as well as smart ideas like foil-pack dinner or make-ahead pasta salad that'll keep well (and taste better after it's had time in the cooler).

Plus we've got smart ideas for campfire cocktails, fun desserts beyond s'mores (but a few of those, too) and a couple kabob ideas that are sure to make your eyes widen with delight. So bookmark these recipes and ready yourself for a camping trip that tastes like success!

More Great Campfire Food Ideas:

1

Hot Dogs with Quick Cast-Iron Beans

grilled hot dogs and buns on a grate over a campfire with a cast iron skillet of beans next to them
Brian Woodcock

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.

2

Chicken and Black Bean Nachos

chicken and black bean nachos arranged in a sheet of aluminum foil with a red fork and lim wedges
Brian Woodcock

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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3

Orzo Pasta Salad

orzo pasta salad
Becky Luigart-Stayner

You can pack this easily scoopable pasta salad up and take it with you, knowing that it will only taste better as the flavors meld.

Get the recipe for Orzo Pasta Salad.

4

S'mores Three Ways

three variations of smores stacked on top of each other
Brian Woodcock

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.

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5

Campfire-Toasted Rice Krispies Treats

caramelized rice krispie treats in an enamelware vessel lined with parchment

They're like s'mores, but better! Similar to roasting marshmallows over the fire, these tasty treats turn brown and take on a nutty flavor (from the sugar caramelizing) when held over a campfire.

Get the recipe for Campfire-Toasted Rice Krispies Treats.

6

Orange Marmalade Old-Fashioned Jam Jar Cocktail

a marmalade jar with a drink in it, with a cherry and orange peel garnish
Becky Luigart-Stayner

Pack that half-full jam jar and take it with you! Once you've used most of it on sandwiches, you can shake up the rest into a cocktail for sipping by the fire.

Get the recipe for Orange Marmalade Old-Fashioned.

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7

Grilled Pork Chops with Whole Pickled Peaches

a plate of grilled pork chops with whole pickled peaches
Becky Luigart-Stayner

You can mix up the spice rub and pickle the peaches ahead of time, then pack them up and grill the pork chops over the campfire, using a campfire grill!

Get the recipe for Grilled Pork Chops with Whole Pickled Peaches.

8

Blackberry Gimlet Jam Jar Cocktail

a blackberry jam jar with a drink in it and a sprig of mint on top
Becky Luigart-Stayner

If blackberry jam—or gin cocktails—are more your style, give this leftover jam drink a try! It's unfussy, and saves you from having to pack an extra cup.

Get the recipe for Blackberry Gimlet Jam Jar Cocktail.

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Strawberry Lemonade Jam Jar Cocktail

a strawberry jam jar with a drink in it and a lemon and strawberry garnish on the side
Becky Luigart-Stayner

Here's another winner of a campfire cocktail! Vodka and leftover strawberry preserves, along with a bit of lemon juice, are refreshingly delicious after a long day camping by the lake.

Get the recipe for Strawberry Lemonade Jam Jar Cocktail.

10

Grilled Corn with Mexican "Street Style" Topping

grilled mexican style corn arranged on a white wooden tray
Hector M. Sanchez

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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11

Campfire-Grilled Pineapple Upside Down Cake

campfire grilled pineapple upside down cake on a sheet of unwrapped foil
Becky Luigart-Stayner

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.

12

Grilled Watermelon and Halloumi Kebabs with Basil Salt

grilled watermelon and halloumi kebabs stacked on a tray with a small bowl of basil salt for serving
Becky Luigart-Stayner

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.

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13

Toasty Cinnamon Twists

toasty cinnamon twists on sticks with glaze
Becky Luigart-Stayner

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.

Get the recipe for Toasty Cinnamon Twists.

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Cast-Iron Caramel, Marshmallow, and Salted Almond Brownies

caramel marshmallow and salted almond brownies baked in a cast iron skillet with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top
Becky Luigart-Stayner

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.

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Grilled Orange Old-Fashioned

grilled orange old fashioned in a jar with a toasted marshmallow for garnish
Becky Luigart-Stayner

If you're looking for a fun drink to make on your next camping trip, how fun is this cocktail garnished with a toasted marshmallow!?

Get the recipe for Grilled Orange Old-Fashioned.

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Blackberry-Glazed Chicken

blackberry glazed chicken arranged on a wooden serving board with a small bowl of blackberry glaze

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.

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Grilled Hot Dogs with Fixin's

grilled hot dogs with various toppings arranged on a white tray with blue trim
David Tsay

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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Mason Jar Lemonade

mason jar lemonade in a clear cup with a yellow striped paper straw and a lemon slice for garnish

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.

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Skillet Spinach-Artichoke Dip with Fire-Roasted Bread

spinach artichoke dip in a cast iron skillet over a small camp grill
Brian Woodcock

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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Tofu, Tomato, and Zucchini Kebabs

tofu tomato and zucchini kebabs on wooden skewers
Hector M. Sanchez

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.

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