20 Yummy Camping Snacks to Enjoy by the Fire
S'mores are good, but they're not your only option.
We're always excited when camping season rolls around! In addition to finding the perfect campsite, we love to plan out the meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner, and don't forget snacks!
After a long day of hiking, swimming, and canoeing, your camping crew is bound to be exhausted and ravenous. Until dinner's ready, tide them over with some of these tasty snacks around the campfire. While you're at it, check out more of our favorite camping recipes and smart tips for packing your cooler.
Seeded Granola
This hearty granola will get your day started on the right foot, or makes an excellent snack after a day of exploring your camp grounds.
Spicy-n-Sweet Snack Mix
This sweet and spicy mix is the perfect camping snack! It's chock-full of nuts, crunchy chickpeas, and sesame sticks.
Skillet Spinach-Artichoke Dip with Fire-Roasted Bread
Here's a dip you can make right over your campfire or grill and enjoy while the rest of your meal is cooking!
Get the recipe for Skillet Spinach-Artichoke Dip with Fire-Roasted Bread.
Blueberry Buckle Muffins
These muffins packed with blueberries are a delicious mid-morning snack that go perfectly with breakfast around the campfire.
Sweet-and-Spicy Roasted Pecans
Take a batch of these pecans on your next camping trip and you'll be bringing home an empty container! The recipe is easy to whip up and roasting the pecans adds tons of flavor.
Cracker Jack and Pretzel Treats
Held together with gooey marshmallows, these caramel Cracker Jack and pretzel bites are the perfect sweet and salty treat.
Classic Oatmeal Cookies
Whether you're pro-raisin or not, these chewy, spiced oatmeal cookies are perfect for lunch snacks or a little afternoon sweet treat. Pack some for your camping trip and thank us later!
Air Fryer Cheddar, Bacon and Chive Breakfast Muffins
Whip up a batch of these flavorful and savory muffins prior to your camping trip and pack them for a delicious on-the-go breakfast!
Get the recipe for Air Fryer Cheddar, Bacon and Chive Breakfast Muffins.
Peanutty Cap'n Crunch Candy Bars
This salty, sweet, and crunchy combination is a childhood dream come true. Wrap them in parchment or plastic wrap for a delicious make-ahead camping treat!
Everything Bagel Dip
If you're looking for a healthier snack or appetizer, pack your favorite veggies and enjoy them with this easy dip!
Golden Honey Granola
While this granola makes an excellent gift over the holidays, it's also a tasty snack to bring along on your next camping excursion!
Kitchen Sink Layer Bars
With plenty of toasty coconut, almonds, and chocolate and butterscotch chips, these bars are packed with flavor! They're the perfect snack for your group of happy campers.
Homemade Granola Bars
You can't go wrong with homemade granola bars! Making them yourself means you're in control of the sweetness, flavors, and add ins. Make them ahead of time and pack them for the ultimate camping snack.
Get the recipe for Homemade Granola Bars at Love & Lemons.
Samoa Chex Mix
Inspired by the Girl Scouts' Samoa cookies, this crunchy mix is loaded with chocolate, coconut, and caramel for a sweet campfire snack.
Get the recipe for Samoa Chex Mix at Julie's Eats And Treats.
Campfire Cones
Fill these "campfire cones" with the sweets of your choice, wrap in foil, and toss onto the coals for a few minutes. Kids will love packing candy and marshmallows into their cones and eating them like ice cream.
Get the recipe for Campfire Cones at The Girl Who Ate Everything.
No-Bake Almond Joy Snack Bites
If you're looking for a snack that's quick to prepare, no-cook, and easy to pack, these bite-sized snacks are just what you need for your camping trip!
Get the recipe for No-Bake Almond Joy Snack Bites at How Sweet Eats.
Everything Ranch Crackers and Pretzels
This snack mix will be your new go-to. With Ranch and Everything Bagel seasonings, this is one addictive snack!
Get the recipe for Everything Ranch Crackers and Pretzels at Half Baked Harvest.
Baked Apple Chips
If you're looking for healthier snacks to take on your next camping trip, give these apple chips a try. They're crunchy, sprinkled with cinnamon, and full of apple flavor.
Get the recipe for Baked Apple Chips at Cooking Classy.
S’mores Graham Krispie Treats
If you're a s'mores lover, there's no reason why you can't enjoy s'mores around the campfire and also pack a batch of these snacks to take along with you!
Get the recipe for S’mores Graham Krispie Treats at Homemade Home.
Peanut Butter Cereal Bites
Take your favorite cereal up a notch by adding peanut butter and creating these easy 5-ingredient snacks! There's no baking and no cooking involved so they're an excellent make ahead treat.
Get the recipe for Peanut Butter Cereal Bites at Chelsea's Messy Apron.
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