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The Ultimate Camp Kitchen Packing List
Calling all car campers, glampers and RV buffs! This ultimate camp kitchen packing list ensures you’re well-prepared for cooking delicious meals in the great outdoors. Do you NEED everything on this list? Heck no! It all depends on what, where and how you plan on cooking. This may change from trip to another for you as well.Â
This list was curated with front country adventures and camping in mind. What do we mean by front country? Front country encompasses areas that are relatively accessible rather than remote (a.k.a. places where you’re not worried about the weight and amount of space needed for the gear you’re bringing because you’re not physically carrying or hiking it in).Â
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Stove & Cooktop:
- stove and/or grill
- fuel
- lighter and/or waterproof matches
- roasting sticks
- 12" cast-iron skillet
- 10" cast-iron skillet
- 7.5 quart dutch oven or stock pot
- saucepan
- cast-iron griddle
- broiler
- pie iron
- waffle iron
- fish basket/broiler
- campstove toaster
- Kettle and/or coffee maker
Table Setup:
- dinnerware (plates, bowls, cups, utensils)
- folding table
- tablecloth & clamps or weights
Food storage:
- cooler(s)
- ice
- water jug
- thermos
- spare storage bags or containers
Tools:
- pairing knife
- chopping knife
- small cutting board
- can opener
- wooden spoon or whisk
- spatula (plastic)
- spatula (metal)
- basting brush
- tongs
- oven mitts
- mesauring cups
- measuring spoons
- skewers
- food thermometer
- wine & bottle opener
- aluminum foil
Clean Up:
- dish bin
- biodegradable dish soap
- scouring pad
- dish towels
- drying towels
- mesh bag (to hang dishes in to airdry)
- paper towels
- garbage bags (garbage, recycling, bottles)
- metal brush (for grill)
Condiments:
- cooking oil
- sauces and spreads
- spices, rubs, seasonings
Pro Tips:
- Although you likely have many of these things in your kitchen at home, buy ones specifically for camping and outdoor adventure use. This way you’re never worried about damaging your good at-home gear. (Second hand stores are often loaded with this type of stuff!)
- Keep all of your camp kitchen gear stored together in a large bin(s) (except condiments). This way your camp kitchen is always easy to pack and ready to go. Â
- Make use of silica packets you come across by storing them with your cooking pots and pans (especially if you live in a humid environment). They help avoid corrosion (a.k.a rust!)
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