Camping Gas

Camping gas is bottled gas that is used for cooking or as a heat source while camping. This gas is used in a camper stove allowing campers to cook meals without needing to start a wood-burning fire. Camper stoves come in a variety of sizes, suitable for solo backpackers and families going on camping vacations.

What type of propane camping stove do you need?

The type of camping cooker needed is determined by the type of adventure the camper is going on. Backpacking portable gas stoves are compact and lightweight while a family-sized camping gas stove will often feature multiple burners. While propane stoves are made for outdoor use, depending on the type of gas used and with proper safety protocols in place, they can be used safely indoors as well. It is always best to check the manufacturer's description before determining the best place to set up the camping stove.

A canister-style butane stove is the easiest to use because the flame can be controlled by a knob. These stoves are fueled by either butane or propane. The other type of camp stove is a liquid fuel stove that uses gas or kerosene. This type of portable camping grill takes more time than a canister stove to heat up.

How do you know what type of stove to buy?

Backpackers should carry a canister stove because they are incredibly lightweight and easy to carry long distances. While they are not intended for cold weather use, they are the best for three-season use. Cold-weather backpackers and hikers can happily rely on a liquid fuel stove. These are also handy stoves for campers looking to travel internationally because they can be the canisters can be refueled. The best campground stove is a Coleman camp stove because it has multiple burners which are is suited for family-style cooking. Other campground stoves include solar stoves, BioLite stoves and charcoal or wood stoves.