Camping Snacks: Crispy Beef Jerky for Trail and Camp
Love's Jerky Co.
Camping Snacks: Crispy Beef Jerky for Trail and Camp
Handmade, thin and crispy beef jerky in six flavors, built for the pack, the trail and the campfire. Pick your flavors and build a box.
Award-winning flavors · Made fresh weekly · 10% off with PARIS10
Good camping snacks should be light, tough enough for a pack and satisfying after miles of trail. Love's Jerky Co. makes thin, crispy beef jerky we call meat chips, handmade in small batches from a family recipe passed down from our founder's dad, Leroy. Pick a flavor, build a box and stash it in your pack, your tent or your truck.
Our favorites for hiking, camping and the outdoors
Real Salt
No heat · No listed allergens
$25 or $22.50 with PARIS10
Hatch Green Chile
Mild to medium · Contains Wheat, Soy
$25 or $22.50 with PARIS10
Salt and Pepper
No heat · No listed allergens
$25 or $22.50 with PARIS10
Red Chili Powder
Medium · No listed allergens
$25 or $22.50 with PARIS10
Habanero Teriyaki
Very hot · Contains Wheat, Soy
$25 or $22.50 with PARIS10
Plain Beef
No heat · No listed allergens
$22 or $19.80 with PARIS10
Why Love's Jerky Makes Great Camping Snacks for the Trail
Camping snacks have to earn their space in your pack. Our jerky is thin-sliced and dried until crisp like a chip, so it snaps apart in your hand and needs no prep, no cooler and no cleanup.
Every batch is handmade and made fresh weekly, and it often sells out. Shelf life is about 6 months from the made date, so a bag bought before your trip will still be good well after it.
The recipe is simple. Our beef is not marinated, sodium runs lower than many brands, and several flavors have just two or three ingredients. Real food that travels well is the whole idea.
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$75 $67.50 with PARIS10
How to Choose Camping Snacks by Flavor and Heat
Match the flavor to the trip and the people sharing the bag. Here is a quick guide to our lineup:
- Real Salt: Top round beef and unrefined Redmond Real Salt, with a grass-fed option. Great for beef purists.
- Salt and Pepper: Cracked black pepper and a hint of salt. An easy crowd pleaser.
- Plain Beef: 100% beef and nothing else. Pure beef flavor.
- Hatch Green Chile: Teriyaki first, then smoky Hatch chile with mild to medium heat. It won 1st Place at the International Flavor Awards.
- Red Chili Powder (medium) and Habanero Teriyaki (very hot): For campers who want a kick by the fire.
Tips for Packing Camping Snacks on Hikes and Overnights
A few habits keep your jerky tasting its best and your pack organized.
- Portion 1.5oz bags into day packs and keep a 5oz bag at base camp to share.
- Pack bags near the top of your pack so crisp pieces take fewer bumps. Thin jerky can break into smaller shards, which are still great for snacking.
- Keep a bag in your pocket or hip belt for trailside breaks, so you can eat without unpacking.
- Seal bags tightly after opening and store food in a bear-safe container or hung bag where required.
- Order early. Orders process in about 2 days and shipping takes 4-8 business days, so plan ahead of trip dates.
Flavor comparison for hiking, camping and the outdoors
| Flavor | Heat | Contains | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Real Salt | No heat | No listed allergens | Purists who want full beef flavor; grass-fed option |
| Hatch Green Chile | Mild to medium | Wheat, Soy | Campfire sharing with a smoky, savory kick |
| Salt and Pepper | No heat | No listed allergens | Everyday trail snacking for any crowd |
| Red Chili Powder | Medium | No listed allergens | Hikers who like steady chili warmth |
| Habanero Teriyaki | Very hot | Wheat, Soy | Heat seekers only |
| Plain Beef | No heat | No listed allergens | Simple 100% beef, great for kids |
Why customers keep coming back
I absolutely love these jerky bites! They are super dry and crisp, almost like chips. I've never tried anything like this before.
Probably the best jerky out there. I have tried multiple jerky companies and so far you guys are the best. It's always fresh and crunchy!
It's the perfect quick, low-calorie protein source, and the flavors are fantastic. My favorites are the Beef, Real Salt, and Red Chili. Shipping has been fast every time.
Bought this for my sons who are always looking for healthy protein! They love it!!
Love that it is thin. Good work snack.
Hands down the best beefy jerky I've ever had!! I just ordered two more large bags and a sample pack.
5oz vs 1.5oz: Which Camping Snacks Size to Buy
The 1.5oz bag ($9 to $10, or $15 for grass-fed Real Salt) is ideal for day hikes, kids' packs and trying a new flavor. The 5oz bag ($22 to $25, or $32 for grass-fed Real Salt) costs about 25% less per ounce, so it suits groups and weekend trips.
Not sure where to start? The sample pack gives you six 1.5oz bags in six flavors for $50 with free shipping, so everyone in camp can find a favorite.
Why Thin and Crispy Beats Thick, Chewy Camping Snacks
Thick, leathery jerky is a workout to chew, especially when you're tired and thirsty on the trail. Ours is sliced thin and dried until crisp, so it breaks easily and the flavor comes through fast.
Every cow is different, so some batches run a little chewier. The flavor stays the same either way. The crunch is what makes it feel more like a trail chip than a chore.
Camping Snacks FAQ
Are these good camping snacks if I don't have a cooler?
Yes. Our jerky needs no refrigeration before opening and lasts about 6 months from the made date. Check the made date on your bag, keep it sealed and store it in your pack or food container.
How hot are the spicy flavors?
Hatch Green Chile is mild to medium, with the heat toned down to be customer-friendly. Red Chili Powder is medium. Habanero Teriyaki is extremely hot, so try it in a 1.5oz bag first if you're unsure.
Is the jerky crunchy or chewy?
It's thin-sliced and dried until crisp like a chip. Because every cow is different, some batches are a little chewier, but the flavor stays the same from bag to bag.
Which camping snacks are free of common allergens?
Real Salt, Salt and Pepper, Red Chili Powder and Plain Beef list no allergens and have no wheat or soy ingredients. Hatch Green Chile and Habanero Teriyaki contain wheat and soy. Everything is made in a facility that handles dairy, peanuts, wheat, egg, soy and tree nuts.
How fast will my camping snacks arrive before my trip?
Orders process in about 2 days. USPS takes 5-8 business days and FedEx Home Delivery takes 4-7 business days. Shipping is free on US orders over $66, and package protection is available.
Which size of camping snacks should I buy for a group?
Get the 5oz bags for groups and longer trips since they cost about 25% less per ounce. Grab 1.5oz bags for day hikes. The $50 sample pack covers six flavors in six 1.5oz bags.
Build Your Camping Snacks Box
Pick your flavors, choose your sizes and stock your pack with thin, crispy jerky. Free US shipping on orders over $66.
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