For the Outdoorsy Chef: A Camping Cooking Gear Guide

This one’s for all the foodies and chefs out there who are also avid campers. We know that prepping meals for a camping trip can be a difficult task, especially when your options may seem limited by the equipment available to you. 

But now, thanks to our camping cooking gear guide, you can put the fun back in cooking on the road. With our tips, tricks, and gear suggestions, the possibilities are endless. Why settle for mediocre over-the-campfire meals when you could make some seriously good dishes?

Here are some of our favorite products.

1. Bulin Camping Nonstick Lightweight Cooking Set

Let’s begin with the basics. If you’re looking for an all-in-one camping cooking set including cutlery, plates, pots, and pans, this might be just what you need. For just $40, you get enough gear to accommodate a family of four. All of this equipment fits perfectly into a compact blue bag for easy storage and transport, too. This set is light, effective, and perfect for cooks who wish to take their skills out into the wilderness.

2. Texsport Heavy Duty Over Fire Camp Grill

If you’re looking for a high-quality, highly-rated and reviewed over-fire camp grill, look no further than the Texsport Heavy Duty model. This product is made from welded steel and measures 36-by-18-inch and the folding legs make for easy storage. The price right, too, coming in around $40.

3. Gatling 21-Piece Camping Cookware Set

This 21-piece camping cookware set perfectly compliments the Bulin Camping Nonstick Lightweight Cooking Set. This comprehensive cookware set includes sporks, skewers, a knife, spatula, spoons, a bottle opener, and more — ideal for a weekend in the woods. If you’re thinking of making camping trips a regular thing, you may want to invest in one of these all-in-one packages. They’re designed specifically to make your life easier.

4. RovR Wheeled Camping Rolling Cooler with Wheels

Chances are you’re going to want to invest in a good cooler. There are plenty of well-reviewed models out there but, for those of you looking to go the extra mile, we highly recommend the RovR Wheeled Camping Roller Cooler with Wheels. This cooler is on the pricy end of the spectrum, costing about $400, but it’ll give you everything you need to preserve a good batch of food for the whole length of your trip. This model is durable, fast, and equipped with a bunch of sweet features.

5. RTIC Double Wall Vacuum Insulated Tumbler

Whether you’re looking at storing cold wine and beer or hot chocolate and tea, the Double Wall Vacuum Insulated Tumbler is a great product. This tumbler is made using stainless steel and comes in a variety of colors. Plus, it works well for beverages of all temperatures. The narrow, sleek design is perfect for your next camping trip.

6. Coleman Portable Propane Gas Classic Stove

This portable gas stove is equipped with two adjustable burners that can deliver up to 17,000 total BTUs of cooking power. The WindBlock panels are built to protect your food in inclement weather and the durable chrome-plated grate makes cleaning a grill suer easy. Remember that this model is fuelled by propane which means you won’t have to worry about finding an electrical outlet.

7. TrulyAll Disposable Single Serve Pour-Over Coffee Drip Filter

We know and understand the importance of having your morning coffee all too well. That’s why we suggest all coffee (and camping) lovers invest in these disposable single-serve pour-over coffee drip filters. Thanks to this product, you can take your favorite brand of coffee camping without having to use a coffee machine to brew it! This pack includes 50 filters. All you need is some hot water and a mug to latch on to and you’re all set.

8. Docooler Camping Kettle

This camping kettle from Docooler is portable, super lightweight, and perfect for your weekend camping trips. It has zero chemical composition and a 1.1L/37oz capacity — ideal as a water kettle or coffee pot. It’s the perfect product to cook over a campfire and ideal for travel because of the included mesh bag.

9. Chef's Daughter World Traveler Gift Collection

What’s a good meal without proper spices?! If you’re keen on spicing your meat properly, you may want to invest in a portable spice set with a hodgepodge of different flavors to experiment with. This particular kit, the Chef’s Daughter World Traveler Gift Collection, is a great example. With a perfect blend of exotic flavors from around the globe, you can keep all of your camping dishes interesting and delicious.

10. HIKENTURE 4-in-1 Camping Utensil Stainless Steel Set

Last but not least, we have this perfect four-in-one utensil set for you and your family. If you’re not thrilled about lugging forks and knives to and from a campsite (which we completely understand), these little devices are perfect for all of your eating needs. The pocketknife-stylized instrument is super portable, rust-free, and made from stainless steel. It’s highly rated and reviewed and couldn’t be a better tool to accompany you on your next adventure.