38 Easy Camping Meals For Kids

This post shares easy camping meals for kids.

 

Summer is upon us and with that comes fun camping trips with your family. Camping meals can be tricky to come up with as you usually have pretty limited space depending on if you’re in an RV, trailer, or tenting. Because of that it’s important to keep things simple but still delicious especially when there are kids along for the trip. So, I have put together a list of some easy and yummy camping meals for kids.

 

1. Campfire Nachos

I think we can all agree that nachos are definitely an elite meal. They are great for camping as most things you can prepare ahead of time like pre shredded cheese, canned beans, and chopping up any veggies you would like as toppings. It’s also great for kids as you can customize it depending on their preferences.

 

2. Chili Mac and Cheese

A one pot meal is incredibly helpful while camping. Bringing your Instapot or slow cooker with you is a total gamechanger for your meal options. This recipe combines chili and mac and cheese into one tasty dish. Each person can add whatever toppings you like!

3. Surf n Turf Foil Packs

Don’t have pans for camping? No problem! Foil packs are going to be your new best friend. This surf n turf recipe looks delicious but you can fill your foil packs with whatever you like and cook it over the fire.

4. Campfire Hot Dogs

Take your campfire hot dogs to the next level. With the addition of the Pillsbury crescent rolls you won’t need hot dog buns. Simply add on your condiments and you are all set.

5. Campfire Baked Potatoes 

Simply wrap up your potato in some foil and nestle it into the coals. You can top it with whatever you like including cheese, sour cream, green onions, pulled pork, or canned/homemade chili to make it a complete meal.

6.  Pin Wheel Sandwiches

Sandwiches are a staple camping meal for a very good reason. You are able to prepare them ahead of time if needed to save you time and space. They are also very versatile.

7. Mac and Cheese

You can easily prep this meal at home before you set off on your camping trip. Cook and cool the noodles, shred your cheese, add in your alfredo and mix. Then you just cover and place over the fire like in the photo. This melts the cheese and heats up the noodles and sauce.

8. French Toast in Foil

We obviously had to include some delicious breakfast ideas. These french toast packs are sure to please. Add in any fruit, chocolate, bacon to the packs ( each person can have their own) and throw it over the fire to cook up nice and crispy.

9. Omelet In A Bag

This is one camping hack everyone should know about. Obsessed with being able to customize every ones breakfast which is so important when you have picky kids.

10. Campfire Pizza Skewers

These adorable pizza skewers make the perfect lunch or dinner down at your campsite. You can easily bring pre-shredded cheese, sliced pepperoni, squeezable sauce, and more to build your own meal.

11. Taco In A Bag

Who needs plates when you have tacos in bag!? This handheld meal is excellent for being on the go or when table space is limited. Throw in whatever toppings you like and give it a shake. You can also make it a vegetarian meal with meat alternatives like tofu.

12. Campfire Hash

A cast iron skillet is going to be your best friend while camping. This campfire hash combines a variety of ingredients including sausage, potatoes, corn, peppers ( bell or jalapenos, or both!), plus whatever other vegetables your family loves. A one pan meal is super helpful and with this meal you can prep ahead of time easily.

13.  Grilled Quesadillas

My kids go crazy for a chicken quesadilla. With this handy tool you can easily prepare quesadillas over and open fire or BBQ if you have one handy while camping.

14. Smores Nachos

Dessert is considered a meal….right? These smores nachos look absolutely delicious! Less mess than your classic smore but with all the tasty marshmallows, chocolate, and graham crackers. Definitely add these to your list this Summer.

15. Breakfast Burrito

Another delicious breakfast idea is burritos. These are great as you can pre-make them before the camping trip and simply heat them up over the fire. Yum!

16. Hawaiian Steak (or Chicken) Skewers

Anything on a stick is going to make your life easier when camping. These tasty steak skewers can be marinated and skewered at home and then thrown into a ziploc for travel. Throw them onto the fire or onto a BBQ and you are all set. Be sure to throw on some pineapple or even some bell peppers.

17. “Hobo Dinner” Foil Packets

These are incredibly efficient foil packs! At the bottom of your pack add in your potatoes and other veggies and top with your meat of choice like ground beef or chicken breast. You can also add sauce or cheese! throw it over the fire and flip half way through cooking.

18. Muffins

This might be an overlooked option but a perfect one none the less! Super easy breakfast and you can add in some yogurt and fruit on the side to make it more of a balanced meal.

19. Cheesy Campfire Potatoes

Potatoes are a staple for any meal. These cheesy campfire potatoes are sure to be a crowd pleaser and be kid approved.

20. Dutch Oven Lasagna 

Hello comfort food! This one pot dutch oven lasagna will be a crowd pleaser for the whole family.

21. Bacon Wrapped Smokies

Smokies are a camping must-have but have you ever had them wrapped in bacon?! Pair these with a salad and cheesy potatoes for a tasty dinner or lunch.

22. BBQ Bacon Pulled Chicken Sandwiches

With the help of your trusty slow cooker or dutch oven you can make these scrumptious sandwiches. Throw some bacon in a pan and put it all on a bun for the perfect dinner.

23. Campfire Cinnamon Rolls

Shout out to Pillsbury cinnamon rolls coming in clutch for camping breakfast. In a tinfoil container place the canned cinnamon rolls in and cover. Place over the fire and keep an eye so they don’t burn.

24. Pasta Salad

The pasta salad it the ultimate make ahead meal in my opinion. You are able to have your carb, protein, and vegetables all in one bowl. I would add some garlic bread cooked over the fire.

25. Campfire Pizza Bake

Skip the steps of having to make pizza dough and grab yourself a large loaf and make a pizza bake!

26. Sloppy Joes

Sloppy joes are such a classic and for good reason. An easy and quick recipe that gets everyone fed in 30 minutes. I would have a salad or veggie tray to go along with this dish.

27.  Chicken Caesar Wraps

Chicken Caesar wraps truly only need 4-5 ingredients tops. Chicken breast, bagged romaine, caesar dressing, croutons, and maybe tomatoes (optional). Quick toss together and thrown into a wrap and you are all set.

28. Breakfast Foil Packets

Just like the hobo foil meal I shared before but make it breakfast! You can include breakfast sausage, eggs, potatoes, veg! A easy meal around the fire in the morning with your coffee.

29. Dutch Oven Cobbler

While this specific recipe is for Cranberry cobbler any fruit will work. Makes a delicious dessert around the fire.

30.  Smores

Smores are an absolute must while camping! This recipe shows 3 delicious ways to make this camping classic.

31. Foil Pack French Dip Sandwiches

As a huge fan of french dip sandwiches I would definitely add this meal to your list. This meal can easily be made ahead of time and easy clean up since its wrapped in foil.

32. Cast Iron Frittata

This frittata is a delicious way to start the day. It can be made with just veggies or add in some bacon, ham, or sausage for added protein. You can prep is this advance in a ziploc bag. Pour into your cast iron skillet when you are ready to cook!

33. Bacon Wrapped Sonoran Hot Dog