31 Camping Recipes That Aren’t Just S’Mores and Hot Dogs (2024)

Katherine Gillen

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Erin McDowell

Behold, a good-for-you snack that’ll fit perfectly into your backpack.

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These foil packets are delicious and easy to clean up—no plates necessary.

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Roast your cobs over the coals, then drizzle them with Sriracha aioli.

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Whipping up creamy taters from scratch while camping? No, thanks. Make these at home, then simply reheat over the fire.

Gimme Some Oven

What looks fancy but is surprisingly easy to whip up? This fish-in-foil dinner.

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It’s the ideal accompaniment for chili (but equally delicious on its own).

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Pizza + stargazing = best night ever. The secret to this dish is store-bought dough.

Damn Delicious

Bonus points if you’re camping at the beach.

Averie Cooks

Just in case you need another reason to go camping, here it is. (Skip the ice cream if you don’t have access to a freezer.)

Dinner at the Zoo

Why make one s’more when you can make a whole skillet?

Erin McDowell

The trick to this gooey, one-pot winner is that the pasta gets boiled in milk, which then becomes the base for that cheesy sauce.

Foodie Crush

These protein-rich packets will keep everyone satisfied for that late-night hike, plus they’re ready to eat in about 30 minutes.

Minimalist Baker

It’s an ideal snack for all the nature gazing you’ll be doing.

A Pretty Life in the Suburbs

No meal is complete without something sweet, even when you’re in the wilderness.

We’ll happily wake up at dawn if chilaquiles are involved.

Plays Well with Butter

Crack open a few brews to flavor these brats before they go on the grill. (Just save a can for yourself.)

Pinch of Yum

A warm breakfast sandwich that requires almost no effort? Don’t mind if we do.

Minimalist Baker

Aside from being plant-based and protein-packed, lentils have the added benefit of requiring zero refrigeration.

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Campfire cooking, but make it totally fancy.

The Modern Proper

Make these babies ahead of time, then dish ’em up in the morning with a side of salsa.

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These colorful skewers can be cooked over the fire or on the grill—your pick.

The Recipe Critic

Proof that the simplest desserts are often the most delicious.

Spoon Fork Bacon

Even the most carnivorous campers will gobble these up.

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Pro tip: Make the herby chimichurri in advance.

The Modern Proper

Oh look, it’s our two favorite camping foods in one dish. Pure maple syrup is optional but highly recommended.

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Psst: This starts with store-bought angel food cake, in case you’re wondering.

What's Gaby Cooking

These loaded spuds make an excellent side dish, but they’re also filling enough to be the main course.

Damn Delicious

Can you tell we love foil-packet cooking for camping trips?

How Sweet Eats

When the campfire is hot, you don’t even need an oven.

The Simple Veganista

Serve up this classic camping recipe with a side of skillet cornbread.

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They taste even better when cooked over an open flame.

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Katherine Gillenis PureWow’s senior food editor. She’s a writer, recipe developer and food stylist with a degree in culinary arts and professional experience in New York City...