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12 Best Camping Stoves for all Your Outdoor Adventures

You can't live off trail mix alone!

Headshot of Audrey MorganBy Audrey Morgan
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Planning to sleep under the stars this summer? Well, you'll have to make time to eat, and you likely can't live off trail mix alone! You could cook over a campfire, of course, but the best camping stoves will allow you to control the heat so you can whip up meals beyond canned beans and hot dogs in the woods.

If you're scrolling the internet looking for a camping stove, you're not alone: Interest in camping reached an all-time high last summer, and even before the pandemic, the number of households that camped spiked by 20% from 2014 to 2018. Whether you just need a way to make coffee or you plan to prepare a three-course meal, there are a range of great camping stoves for sale that will fit your needs. But before you shop, here's a quick lesson on fuel: Most camping stoves are powered by either propane and butane canisters or liquid fuel (usually white gas). Liquid fuel stoves are generally more powerful, but they're also bulkier and less user-friendly than their canister counterparts—you'll have to prime them before each use.

Whatever stove you decide is right for you, you'll find a great option in the list below. And before you head out for your woodland adventures, make sure you've packed these other camping essentials, and check out the best coolers and hiking boots!

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Best Overall

Coleman Gas Camping Stove

Coleman Gas Camping Stove
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Best Overall

Coleman Gas Camping Stove

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If you're looking for a high-quality, affordable propane stove, Coleman is your best bet. This lightweight stove includes two burners so you can whip up two dishes at once or cook for a crowd! Plus, the adjustable wind-blocking panels will keep your meal.

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Most Versatile

Coleman Gas Camping Grill/Stove

Coleman Gas Camping Grill/Stove
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Most Versatile

Coleman Gas Camping Grill/Stove

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You can use this compact Coleman for grilling or stovetop cooking. It also includes a removable drip tray for that pesky oil!

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Best Multi-Fuel

Odoland 3500W Windproof Camp Stove

Odoland 3500W Windproof Camp Stove
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Best Multi-Fuel

Odoland 3500W Windproof Camp Stove

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This option is equipped with two kinds of connectors, perfect for different gas tanks. It works with a variety of fuels, including propane or butane-propane mixed fuel canisters. Plus, it has a wind protection design.

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Best for Feeding a Crowd

Coleman Eventemp 3 Burner Propane Stove

Coleman Eventemp 3 Burner Propane Stove
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Best for Feeding a Crowd

Coleman Eventemp 3 Burner Propane Stove

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This propane stove comes with a whopping three burners so you can cook multiple things at once. It also includes a high-altitude pressure regulator.

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Best Budget

GasOne Dual Fuel Portable Camping Gas Stove

GasOne Dual Fuel Portable Camping Gas Stove
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Best Budget

GasOne Dual Fuel Portable Camping Gas Stove

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Whether you want to work with propane or butane, this straightforward one-burner stove will get the job done. It's highly compact and has safety features so you don't have to worry about working with the duel fuel system.

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Best Stove-Pot Combo

Solo Stove & Pot 900 Combo

Solo Stove & Pot 900 Combo
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Best Stove-Pot Combo

Solo Stove & Pot 900 Combo

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Nothing tastes better than cooking over real wood! Sometimes you don't have quite enough room for a big stove, and this little space-saving device can easily fit into a backpack. Easily get the fire started with leaves, twigs, and bits of branches then get cooking a small meal like macaroni and cheese!

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Best Bottletop

Coleman Portable Bottletop Propane Camp Stove

Coleman Portable Bottletop Propane Camp Stove
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Best Bottletop

Coleman Portable Bottletop Propane Camp Stove

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It may not look fancy, but the Coleman Bottletop is your bread and butter of camp stoves. It can comfortably fit an eight-inch pan, making it perfect for an average family meal. Just attach the base and bottle to a propane fuel canister (note you'll need to purchase the canister separately) and turn the knob!

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Best Compact

Jetboil MiniMo Camping and Backpacking Stove

Jetboil MiniMo Camping and Backpacking Stove
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Best Compact

Jetboil MiniMo Camping and Backpacking Stove

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Compact and stylish. This portable cooking system reaches a rolling boil in just over two minutes and is ideal for the basics. Some of the neat features include a bottom cover that doubles as a measuring cup and a cozy for keeping liquid warm.

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Best Value

Coleman Triton+ Camping Stove

Coleman Triton+ Camping Stove
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Best Value

Coleman Triton+ Camping Stove

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This two-burner stove is small but mighty. It weighs just 10 pounds but has 22,000 BTUS of cooking power! 

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Best Griddle

Camp Chef Versatop Portable Grill and Griddle

Camp Chef Versatop Portable Grill and Griddle
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Best Griddle

Camp Chef Versatop Portable Grill and Griddle

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This griddle/grill is a little pricey, but worth the investment if you want to make some serious meals like Ree Drummond's Perfect Pancakes and toppings-loaded burgers in the wild! Keep in mind you'll have to bring along an additional stove for any meals that require boiling.

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Best Liquid Fuel Stove

MSR Whisperlite International Stove

MSR Whisperlite International Stove
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Best Liquid Fuel Stove

MSR Whisperlite International Stove

Now 25% Off
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This lightweight, durable stove burns white gas, kerosene, and unleaded auto fuel. It's a great option if you plan to tackle more ambitious culinary projects in the wild: The team at Outdoor Gear Lab says they've used it to make brownies, pizza, and even calzones!

12
Best for Tailgating

Camp Chef Explorer

Camp Chef Explorer
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Best for Tailgating

Camp Chef Explorer

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Pretend you're grilling in your backyard with this propane stove—it has detachable legs so you can set it up wherever you go. Two 30,000-BTU cast-aluminum burners provide plenty of cooking power.

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Audrey Morgan

Audrey is the assistant editor at Food Network Magazine and The Pioneer Woman Magazine.

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