Whether your grill of choice is a well-worn Weber, a shiny new take-along gas grill or a simple grate over an open campfire, these recipes are sure to add spice to your next camping or RVing trip.

Spicy Gumbo

A gumbo is a soup or stew that's full of spice and rich flavors, and it's the perfect warm-up meal for a cold winter's day.  With roots in Louisiana and the Southern Gulf Coast, gumbos are thick, hearty, and zesty.  This year, why not learn to make your own gumbo?  No matter what part of the country you're in, the hungry campers at your campsite will be sure to thank you.

Cooking Tips for all types of camping

car camping, RVing, backpacking and more...

No matter what type of camping you enjoy - great food cooked at camp, shared with friends and family is always a trip highlight.  It helps to have the right "kitchen" set-up that can be pulled together at a moments notice for that spur -of-the-moment camping trip or an al fresco dinner at your favorite local park.

Our editors have pulled together helpful tips for you type of camping.

Celebrate the Year of the Dragon and Chinese New Year with these great camping recipes.

Think whipping up a terrific Chinese New Year's meal is beyond you?  Fear not!  With our easy-to-follow recipes you can be dining in high style.  These recipes were collected with Chinese New Year in mind, but they taste terrific during any night of the year.  Check out our recipes for a delicious and easy celebration.  These recipes are a snap to prepare from any campsite or Rv kitchen.

chicken stir fry
savory beef broccoli stir fry
amazing crunchy peanut sauce

Warm-up your winter camping trips with these delicious hot beverage recipes

Crisp clear days, new fallen snow and quiet campgrounds and un-crowded attractions are just a few of the reason winter is my favorite time to camp.  Staying or getting warm can be a challenge but one you'll easily overcome with these tasty hot beverage recipes.  They are easy to make with even the most basic camping cooking equipment and are guaranteed to warm up your whole camping crew.

Family Favorites

Hot Spiced Cider Recipe
Make Your Own Hot Chocolate Mix Recipe
Best-ever Hot Cocoa Recipe

Adult Favorites

Hot Mulled Wine Recipe
Hot Buttered Rum Recipe

Enjoy winter camping just a little more with these great, easy hot beverage recipes for winter camping.