Camping Trip Fuel & Firewood Calculator
Planning a camping trip? Enter your group size, number of nights, and how often you'll cook and build fires to estimate the fuel canisters and firewood bundles you should pack or buy.
Estimated Supplies Needed
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Fuel canisters (100g each)—
Firewood bundles (0.75 cu ft each)—
Total cooking hours—
Total campfire hours—
About this calculator
Estimate how much camp stove fuel and firewood you'll need for a multi-day trip based on group size, nights, cooking habits, and campfire usage.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much stove fuel does one person need per day?
A rough estimate is 50-100g of canister fuel per person per day for two hot meals, depending on altitude, wind, and boil times.
How much firewood is a 'bundle'?
Store-bought firewood bundles are typically about 0.75 cubic feet, enough for roughly 1-2 hours of a moderate campfire.
Does this account for cold weather?
No, cold temperatures and wind increase fuel burn significantly, so add a 20-30% buffer for winter camping.