If you are going camping and are looking for the best foods to pack for a long camping trip, read on... Although this question seems straight forward, there are many possible answers to what are the best foods for a long camping trip. The answer will depend on many factors. Are you backpacking, car camping or traveling in a camper van or RV? Do you eat meat or are you vegetarian? Will you eat just about anything as long as it tastes good or do you like to eat mostly healthy foods with a few treats in between? Since I am a vegetarian who likes to eat healthy foods, my answers will reflect this way of eating. I will discuss the best foods for a long backpacking trip as well as foods you can bring on a long trip across country in a camper van or RV.
The Best Foods For A Long Backpacking Trip
For a long backpacking trip, you will need food that gives you lots of energy and that keeps well. If you know what types of plants are edible close to your campsite, all the better since you will be getting fresh food that will spice up your camping trip. Here are some examples of what you could take with you:
1) dried fruit such as cherries, pineapple, mango and apple
2) banana or plantain chips
3) a variety of protein bars such as Vega, Luna or Clif
4) trail mix
5) soy nuts
6) a variety of nuts
7) granola and dried soy mylk
8) foil packed meals such as Indian food that can be warmed in hot water
9) quick cooking pasta and vacuum packed flavored tofu with seasoning
10) tofu jerky
The Best Foods For A Long RV or Camper Van Trip
Depending on how much space you have and your preferences will dictate how many or how few of the following items you can bring. The idea is to inspire you to make a list of possible meals based on the items you bring so here we go...
Non -perishable Items
1) Flour,sugar & baking powder (to make biscuits, pancakes,pizza dough, bannock,etc...)
2) Granola or other dried cereals
3) Peanut butter and /or almond butter
4) Powdered milk
5) Dried pasta
6) Quick cooking rice
7) Spices, condiments and flavorings
8) Canned soups and chili
9) Canned beans
10) Canned pasta sauce & gravy
11) Trail mix, nuts, seeds & dried fruit
12) Popcorn and marshmallows
13) Cooking and salad oil
14) Airtight packed silken tofu
15) Syrup or honey
Perishable foods
1) Eggs
2) Cheese
3) Veggie meats
4) Breads
5) Dairy or soy milk
6) Fruits & vegetables
