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The 9 Best Camping Cookware Sets of 2023

By: Jack Mace: Camp Buyer | June 16, 2023

 

The birds are singing in the trees, the stream is babbling nearby, and there’s nothing better than experiencing nature from the comfort of your campsite. Except, of course, getting to enjoy great food as you enjoy nature. There’s something special about cooking in the backcountry that makes even simple meals incredible. But, to make those meals, you’ll need some kind of camp kitchen. And, while thrift store pots and pans might have been good enough for your parents, the world of camp cookware has come a long way since then. The best camping cookware is lightweight, modular, and easy to transport and clean. It’s specially designed to pack down small in your camping kit, cook efficiently, and not take too much work to clean up. Because who wants to spend their whole camping trip doing dishes?

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But not all camping cookware is created equal. And not every camp cook has the same needs. That’s why we’ve created this roundup of the best camping cookware we’ve found. It covers the spectrum from ultralight backpackers to luxurious basecamps, so that you’re sure to find something that works for you and your needs. So whether you’re looking for a backcountry-ready dutch oven, titanium pots, or a lightweight grill, we’ve got the secret ingredient for those perfect camping meals.

Parks Project National Parks Iconic Enamel Mug

Parks Project National Parks Iconic Enamel Mug

Something about a cup of joe in the great outdoors just hits different. The Parks Project National Parks Iconic Enamel Mug helps you take that deliciously satisfying, aromatic, and rejuvenating first sip of the day. Time to get your designating camping mug packed for the season!

ElementsSpecial FeatureOriginal Price
MugCampfire Safe Construction$17.95

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MSR Quick Skillet

MSR Quick Skillet

Consider your kit incomplete without the MSR Quick Skillet. This nonstick, portable skillet is essential for flippin' eggs and cooking up burrito ingredients for a satisfactory trip into the outdoors.

ElementsSpecial FeatureOriginal Price
Skillet7-Inch Nonstick, Hard-Anodized Aluminum$39.95

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BioLite FirePit Prep & Grill Toolkit

BioLite FirePit Prep & Grill Toolkit

The BioLite FirePit Prep & Grill Toolkit has everything you need for most camping meal preparation, all tucked away in one convenient storage mat. Unroll your kit next to your BioLite FirePit like a painter setting out her brushes, light that baby up, and go to town. Slice and dice with your mini santoku knife, crack open a cold beverage with the integrated bottle opener in your spatula, and make sure you give those tongs a few practice clicks before you set to work transforming that pile of raw ingredients into a true campground masterpiece.

ElementsSpecial FeatureOriginal Price
FirePit Prep & Grill ToolkitHeat Resistant Stainless Steel$39.95

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MSR Ceramic 2-Pot Set

MSR Ceramic 2-Pot Set

Save yourself the headache of an after meal mess with the nonstick MSR Ceramic 2-Pot Set. The premium Fusion® ceramic nonstick surface is extra-tough, safe at high heat, and PFTE- and PFOA-free, allowing for a little more peace of mind in your outdoor kitchen.

ElementsSpecial FeatureOriginal Price
2-Pot SetFusion® Ceramic$84.95

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BioLite FirePit Griddle

BioLite FirePit Griddle

The BioLite Fire Pit Griddle is a party-sized cast iron griddle built to fit perfectly on your BioLite FirePit. It's preseaosnsed and nonstick, so it's ready to go out of the box. Cook up a mess of bacon, a pile of pancakes, or an oodle of eggs atop your clean-burning, non-smoky, floating campfire.

ElementsSpecial FeatureOriginal Price
GriddleCast Iron Spreads and Maintains Heat$49.95

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MSR Trail Lite Duo Cook Set

MSR Trail Lite Duo Cook Set

The MSR Trail Lite Duo Cook Set helps you turn your trail culinary dreams into a reality. This lightweight cook set comes with a hard-anodized aluminum two-liter pot featuring a straining lid and color-coded dishes that are fit to house your yummy creations. Feed yourself, feed a partner, camp happier.

ElementsSpecial FeatureOriginal Price
Pot, 2 Mugs, 2 Bowls, LidNesting design$89.95

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BioLite Camp Stove Kettle Pot

BioLite Camp Stove Kettle Pot

Let the BioLite Camp Stove Kettle Pot enhance your outdoor cooking experiences. Easily portable and quick to set up, the BioLite Camp Stove Kettle Pot is an excellent tool for brewing a hot drink, cooking a meal, and even transporting your stove system while you backpack. The silicone tab on the kettle lid helps keep it cooler to the touch for safer use.

ElementsSpecial FeatureOriginal Price
Stainless Steel Pot, Kettle Lid, Stuff SackHeat Shield$49.95

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MSR Alpine StowAway 1.1L Pot

MSR Alpine StowAway 1.1L Pot

Whether you're a camping novice or an expert mountain ascender, a quality piece of cookware will keep you on-point on the trail. Take the MSR Alpine StowAway 1.1L Pot on your next adventure and experience the excellent durability and packability of this stainless steel pot.

ElementsSpecial FeatureOriginal Price
PotVersatile, Hinged, easy-lift handle$27.95

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MSR Alpinist 2 Cook Set

MSR Alpinist 2 Cook Set

The MSR Alpinist 2 Cook Set is a full-featured cook and eat system for two. Versatile and functional, this system showcases an anodized aluminum pot ideal for both boiling water and cooking that's durable enough for family camping but lightweight enough for backpacking, too. With two DeepDish™ plates and two insulated mugs that fit easily into the efficient nesting design, the MSR Alpinist 2 Cook Set takes the headache out of packing for the fireside.

ElementsSpecial FeatureOriginal Price
Pot, Lid, Two Plates, Pot Handle, Two MugsDurable and Efficient$104.95

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The Selection Process:

Our camp buyer has an endless amount of knowledge on all things camping stemming from years of experience in the outdoor industry in tandem with their countless hours out on the trail and hanging at the campsite. evo's buyers assess all products coming to market, lean into this knowledge, and put together this selection of the best products. They have a unique perspective as they truly see everything offered across the category.

Jack Mace

Hey there! My name is Jack Mace, and I am the camp buyer for evo. I grew up in Washington and spent most of my childhood summers on the water or in the mountains, which drove my passion for fun activities such as camping. I attended Western Washington University in Bellingham, which provides plenty of excellent camping locations, such as Larrabee State Park or Silver Lake. Then, I moved back to the Seattle area and worked as a sailing instructor for several years at my cousin’s rental shop on Lake Union before joining the evo family in 2012. At evo, I started on the customer service team and worked my way onto the merchandising team, which gave me the opportunity to integrate my passion and love for the outdoors into a career as the Camp Buyer. I still reside in the Seattle area with my wife, Katie, and two sons, Wes and Carter.