Hiking and camping stoves

Your choice of hiking and camping stove depends on several factors: weight and packed size if carrying it in your trekking backpack; power, stability and size according to whether you want to cook or reheat food and whether you are alone or in a group; and finally fuel type, as not all fuels are available along every route, and their suitability varies with altitude, weather and cooking requirements.

How to choose a hiking stove

Weight and packed size

Weight and packed size are essential if carrying your stove in a backpack, particularly on multi-day hikes or treks.

Power, stability and capacity

Your stove's power, stability and size depend on its intended use:

  • Simply heating water
  • Cooking proper meals
  • Solo or group use

Fuel type

Fuel type is a key consideration:

  • Availability varies between countries
  • Performance differs with altitude and weather
  • Suitability for your cooking needs

Different types of camping stoves

We offer a selection of camping and hiking stoves suited to every need:

Gas stoves

The most commonly used for hiking thanks to their ease of use and efficiency.

Multi-fuel stoves

More versatile, they are suited to overseas treks or high altitudes.

Alcohol stoves

Easy to use, they appeal to hikers seeking reliability and minimalism.

Wood-burning stoves

They offer maximum self-sufficiency, particularly for bushcraft.

Hiking stove accessories

Remember practical accessories to make the most of your camping stove:

  • Piezo gas igniter
  • Windscreens
  • Fire starters
  • Stove stabilisers
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