We love camping because it gives us time to relax with family and friends. Of course one of the best parts of camping is the food, but feeding large groups of people can be difficult! As much fun as camp cooking is, we simply don’t want to spend ALL of our time doing it. So easy camping meals for large groups are really necessary.
The best camping meals for large groups are meals that serve a lot, but are also simple to make, or are an event in themselves so that everyone can be involved. With a little prep work beforehand, you can make things pretty easy on yourselves and have a great time at meal time. Many of these camping recipes can be prepared prior to travel so that prep at the campsite is simple.
Meal Planning for Group Camping
As with any meals, it is all in the planning. Setting up your meals ahead of time allows you to also plan for the ingredients you will need so that you can shop efficiently. Just sign up below and get our FREE Camping Menu Planner and Shopping List to help you along. Then look through the easy camping meal ideas below to find the ones that your camping crew will love!
Breakfast Camping Meals For Groups
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, especially if the day involves hiking, fishing, geocaching, or any of a number of strenuous activities. So get your crowd going the right way with these easy to make breakfast recipes for large groups. Way more fun than scrambled eggs!
- Banana Oat Pancakes from Taste Of Home
- Cinnamon Blueberry Loaf from Taste and Tell
- Dutch Oven Breakfast Casserole from Save Room for Dessert Nothing tastier than a breakfast casserole- except one done in the Dutch Oven!
- Campfire Burritos from Taste and Tell
- Cinnamon Roll Ups from Almost Super Mom No better way to start the day for some hungry campers!
- Campfire Bacon Skewers from Zestuous
- Breakfast Tacquitos from Tastes Better From Scratch
- Campfire French Toast from This Lil Piglet Yummy French toast for the masses! Serve with some fresh fruit.
- Make Ahead Omelettes in a Bag from Beyer Beware
- Eggs Benedict Casserole from Spicy Southern Kitchen
- Make Ahead Veggie Breakfast Casserole from Little Spice Jar
- Crock Pot Breakfast Casserole from Iowa Girl Eats
- Crock Pot Breakfast Casserole from Iowa Girl Eats
- Biscuits and Gravy, Sausage, Eggs Casserole from Jaime Sanders
Camping Lunches for Crowds
After a morning of wilderness fun, there is nothing like coming back to the campsite for a hearty lunch. An easy camping meal will help you get everyone fed, with a minimum of effort. Many can be pre-made as a grab-n-go (like fresh veggies), or laid out for a “do it yourself” (like sandwiches.) Makes life easier.
- Crock Pot Pulled Pork Sandwiches from The Roving Foleys
- Cobb Salad Subs from Taste of Home
- A sandwich take on cobb salad! Use whole French bread loaves for large crowds!
- Campfire Quesadillas from Dirty Gourmet
- Meat Lovers Bread Salad from Taste of Home
- Curly Dogs from Rhodes Bake N Serve
- A super fun new “twist” for good old hot dogs!
- Camping Haystacks from Taste of Home
- Salads to Go from The Chic Site Great little grab-n-go lunch idea. Supplement with hard boiled eggs, or deli meat to increase protein! An easy way to feed large families.
- Campfire Rubens from AllRecipes
- Foil Packet Nachos from The Cookie Rookie Foil packet meals are so easy and fun for everyone!
- Chilaquiles Bake from Brit &Co
- Walking Tacos from Skip to my Lou Walking tacos are a family favorite!
The best camping meals for large groups are meals that serve a lot, but are simple to make, or are an even in themselves so that everyone can be involved.
Easy Dinner Recipes for Large Groups
After a long day of wilderness fun, your group will be ravenous. The best dinner recipes will not only please your campers, but will also be easy to prepare.
As you look through our list, think about what items on the camp menu can be prepared beforehand, so that you will have more time in activities or chilling. Here are some of the best campsite recipes to feed a hungry crowd.
Try doing your own meal in the slow cooker or instant pot, or pre prepping as much as possible to save you time at camp.
- One Skillet Stroganoff from Fresh Off The Grid Just one pan, and a satisfying meal for the entire group!
- Mediterranean Salmon Foil Packets from The Seasoned Mom
- Cast Iron Pizza from Brit.co
- Camping Maple Sriracha Chicken Kabobs from Adventurebite
- Asparagus and Goat Cheese Frittata from Brit.co
- Cast Iron Mac and Cheese with Kielbasa from Adventurebite
- One Pot Protein Pasta from Fresh Off The Grid An easy dish for the cast iron skillet! A quick meal and a real crowd pleaser.
- Cast Iron Skillet Chicken Pot Pie from Just Plum Crazy
One pot? Easy recipe, easy cleanup!
- Paella Style Chicken and Rice from SunSet
- Camping Quesadillas from Cupcake Diaries Another great recipe to substitute whatever is in the fridge. Instead of flour tortillas try spinach, or sun dried tomato. Try different types of meat, chopped up sausage links, black olives, corn, various types of cheese. Fun “make your own” option for your large family or group.
- Make Ahead Cowboy Caviar from Culinary Hill
- Sweet Potato Peanut Stew from Fresh Off The Grid
- Grilled Nachos from Simply Recipes Super pleasing meal for the whole family when camping. Try substituting green onions for red onions, ground beef for chicken, add sour cream, etc. Loads of variations possible! These cook right on the fire or grill, so use heavy duty foil.
- Hawaiian Chicken Kebabs from Cooking Classy
- Dutch Oven Chicken Marbella from Fresh Off The Grid
- Campfire Chicken Stew by Campfire Kitchen
- Shrimp Foil Boil Packets from Damn Delicious
- BBQ Salmon from SunSet
Easy Desserts for Large Groups
After a delicious meal you can’t skip a yummy dessert. The best group desserts tend to be either make it yourself over the fire, or large dutch oven recipes. Check out these favorites, gathered from all over the web. Your crowd will love you for it.
- Dutch Oven Cobbler from The Roving Foleys
- S’mores of Every Kind from The Roving Foleys
- Walnut Chocolate Burritos from Yummly
- Campfire Tarts from Cooking Classy
- Mess Free Campfire Cones from Dirtbag Darling
- Skillet Cooked Mixed Berry Grunt from Martha Stewart
- Caramel Peaches with Pecans from Simple Bites
- Peach Mallows from Mother Nature Network
- Marshmallow and Strawberry Skewers from BBC Good Food
- Easy Campfire Pies from Andrea Meyers
- Honey Rum Grilled Bananas from Complete Recipes
- Cake, Berry and Chocolate Skillet from Ricardo Cuisine
Other Recipes You Might Enjoy On Your Next Camping Trip
- If you enjoy letting your crock pot do most of the cooking, you will love these slow cooker recipes.
- Why don’t you take a break from cooking altogether on your next camping trip with these no-cook camping meal ideas.
- Do you like to indulge while RV camping, these delicious dutch oven campfire desserts might be just what you are looking for.
- Thinking about cooking outdoors? These cast iron skillet recipes are perfect for your next camping trip.
- Want to save time, try these make ahead camping meals on your next trip.
Easy Camping Meals For Large Groups
Camping with a group can be so much fun. Sharing the great outdoors with family and friends around the outdoor grill or camping stove will create great memories!
Always check with your guests before your trip to see if there are any food allergies that you need to consider.
Try a few on your next large scale camping holiday.
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