Campfire Cooking at Wynola: Simple Pleasures, Shared Around the Fire
At Wynola Country Cousins, meals aren’t just about what’s on your plate—they’re about who you’re with, what you’ve been doing, and the stories shared as the sun goes down. Each site has its own fire pit, and for many of our guests, cooking over the coals becomes a highlight of their stay.
There’s something deeply satisfying about preparing food outdoors. Whether you’re a seasoned camp cook or lighting your first fire, Wynola offers the perfect backdrop—quiet bushland, fresh air, and all the time in the world to slow down and enjoy the process.
What’s on the Menu?
For most campers, the go-to is a steak over the flames—simple, smoky, and packed with flavour. Add a few foil-wrapped potatoes to the coals, and you’ve got dinner sorted. If you’re staying a few nights, bring a camp oven and try your hand at a roast. Lamb shoulder with root veg? Absolutely. Or maybe just a hearty stew that simmers away while watching the stars emerge.
For breakfast, you can’t go wrong with bacon and eggs in a cast iron pan. Some toast on a wire rack and a hot cuppa to go with it, and you’re ready for a day of creek walks, horse rides or simply doing not much at all.
Local tip: swing by the Killarney Butcher for top-quality meat and grab your fresh groceries from the FoodWorks at the Killarney Co-op, open Saturdays and Sunday mornings.
Cooking as a Family
One of the quiet joys of staying at Wynola is watching kids get involved in meal prep—gathering sticks, turning the damper, or flipping pancakes (with supervision, of course). Conversations flow more easily without screens to distract, and meals stretch into slow, laughter-filled evenings.
We see it all the time: families rediscovering how good it feels to work together on something simple. Meals made at the fire, with a bit of patience and a lot of heart, taste better. It’s not about perfection—it’s about connection.
Need Some Ideas?
If you’re after inspiration, there’s no shortage of great recipes and resources out there:
Camping in Queensland’s National Parks and State Forests
Bush Tucker: Exploring Queensland’s Native Foods by R. Walker (2019)
Australian Camping and Caravanning Magazine: Best Camping Recipes
But honestly? Bring your favourites. The secret ingredient is the setting.
Final Thought
So much of the magic of Wynola comes back to the simple things—light on the cliffs at dusk, birdsong in the morning, and a warm meal shared by the fire. Camp cooking isn’t fancy, but it’s full of flavour, and often, full of memories too.
Just don’t forget your tongs.