Campfire Cooking: 5 Easy Fall Recipes to Try at Beaver Springs Campground

1. Foil Packet Apple Crisp

Few things say “fall” like baked apples. This campfire apple crisp uses sliced apples, cinnamon, a bit of brown sugar, and granola—all wrapped in foil and roasted over hot coals. The result? A warm, gooey dessert that tastes like autumn in every bite.

2. Campfire Chili

After a day of exploring nearby trails or swimming at Clearwater Lake, dig into a hearty bowl of campfire chili. Make it in a Dutch oven or large pot right over the fire. Add your favorite toppings—cheese, onions, or cornbread crumbles—for a meal the whole family will love.

3. Hearty Foil Packet Breakfast

Start your day right with a protein-packed foil packet breakfast. Combine eggs, sausage or bacon, diced potatoes, and shredded cheese in a foil pouch and cook over coals. It’s quick, filling, and easy to clean up.

4. Campfire Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup

Pair the ultimate comfort combo with minimal ingredients. Use a pie iron or a grill grate to make a melty grilled cheese sandwich, and heat up canned tomato soup in a small pot. Bonus: let kids customize their sandwiches with different cheeses or bread.

5. S’mores — with a Twist

Of course, no fall camping trip is complete without s’mores. But why not mix things up? Try peanut butter cups instead of chocolate bars, or use chocolate chip cookies instead of graham crackers. Here are a few fun variations that’ll make your s’mores station the hit of the campground.

Bring the Flavor to Fall

At Beaver Springs Campground, we believe that every part of your stay should be memorable — including what’s on your plate. These fall-inspired meals are perfect for cooking with kids, sharing stories around the fire, and soaking in the peaceful beauty of the season. Looking for more inspiration? Check out our Ultimate Family Camping Weekend post for more ideas!

Happy Cooking!

As the leaves change and the nights grow cooler, there’s no better time to embrace the joys of campfire cooking. Bring your appetite — and your flannel — and make this fall your tastiest yet.