Looking for some awesome camping crafts to keep your kids busy? Whether you’re planning a camping trip or just want to bring the outdoor fun inside, these creative projects are perfect for little hands. From campfire crafts to woodland animals, there’s something here for every young camper!
1. Pine Cone Fireflies
Turn those pine cones you find on nature walks into magical glowing fireflies! This craft is super easy and gives kids a chance to use natural materials they can collect themselves. Just add some paint, pipe cleaners, and maybe a little glitter to make these forest creatures come alive.
2. Water Bottle Holder
Make hiking more fun with a personalized water bottle holder made from duct tape. This practical craft teaches kids basic weaving skills while creating something they can actually use on their next outdoor adventure. Plus, they’ll love showing off their colorful creation!
3. Paint Splat Campfire
This messy craft is perfect for teaching kids about symmetry while having tons of fun. Fold a paper plate in half, add paint to one side, then press it together to create a cool campfire effect. It’s simple, educational, and absolutely perfect for little ones who love getting their hands dirty.
4. Squirrel Craft
Have you ever spotted a squirrel running up a tree while camping? This cute forest animal craft captures that woodland magic perfectly. With just some paper and a free template, kids can create their own bushy-tailed friend to remember their outdoor adventures.
5. Collapsible Cardboard Tent
Build a tent that’s big enough for kids to actually play in! This cardboard creation can be painted and decorated however they want. While adults will need to help with the cutting and assembly, kids will love making this their own special hideaway.
6. Toilet Paper Roll Binoculars
Every good camper needs a pair of binoculars for spotting wildlife! These cardboard tube binoculars are perfect for pretend play and actually work pretty well for looking at things up close. Decorate them with clouds, animals, or whatever makes your little adventurer happy.
7. Camping Story Stones
Painted rocks become the perfect storytelling tool with this creative craft. Kids can paint camping scenes, animals, or outdoor symbols on smooth stones, then use them to make up their own camping stories. It’s a great way to combine art with imagination.
8. Cupcake Liner Campfire
Those cupcake liners hiding in your kitchen cabinet are perfect for making 3D campfire crafts. Layer different colored liners to create realistic flames, then add a little marshmallow on a stick for the complete camping experience. Kids love the texture and dimension this craft creates.
9. Fox Craft
Foxes are some of the coolest animals you might see while camping, and this paper craft captures their sneaky charm perfectly. With pointy ears and a fluffy tail, this woodland creature is sure to become a favorite. The free template makes it super easy to put together.
10. Happy Camper Footprint
Create a lasting memory of your little camper with this adorable footprint craft. Their tiny feet become the base of a tent scene that you’ll treasure for years to come. It’s the perfect keepsake to remember how small they were during their first camping adventures.
11. Sponge Painted Campfire
Sponge painting creates the most realistic-looking flames for campfire crafts. Kids love the bouncy texture of sponges, and the dabbing motion is perfect for little hands still working on their fine motor skills. Plus, cleanup is a breeze!
12. Gone Camping Craft
Make your child the star of their own camping scene with this personalized craft. Add their photo inside a paper tent surrounded by stars, trees, and woodland animals. It’s like creating their very own camping story that they’re the hero of.
13. Popsicle Stick S’mores
Who doesn’t love s’mores? Even if you can’t make the real thing, these popsicle stick versions are almost as good. They’re perfect for pretend play around a campfire, and you can even add magnets to turn them into cute fridge decorations.
14. Tin Can Lantern
This craft requires some adult help with the hammer and nail, but the results are absolutely worth it. Kids can create their own patterns of holes in tin cans to make beautiful lanterns that actually give off light. Perfect for those cozy evening campfire moments.
15. Paper Plate Campfire
Practice those fine motor skills while making this woven campfire craft. Kids thread yarn or ribbon through holes punched around a paper plate to create flickering flames. It’s like a beginner sewing project that results in a beautiful camping decoration.
16. Simple Bear
Bears might be scary in the wild, but this paper version is totally adorable. With simple shapes and basic cutting skills, kids can create their own friendly forest bear. The free template makes it easy enough for even younger children to succeed.
17. DIY Bird Feeders
Bring nature right to your campsite or backyard with homemade bird feeders. Kids love watching for different birds to visit their creation, and it’s a great way to learn about local wildlife. Plus, it combines crafting with nature observation.
18. Foil Painted Campfire
Painting with aluminum foil creates such a cool texture that’s perfect for campfire flames. Kids love the crinkly sound and unique patterns that foil makes when dipped in paint. It’s a sensory experience that results in a really neat-looking craft.
19. Camping Craft Set
Create an entire miniature camping scene with this adorable craft set. Perfect for small world play with toy figures, this project includes tiny tents, campfires, and all the camping essentials. Kids will spend hours playing with their handmade camping world.
20. Fingerprint Fireflies Around a Campfire
Combine two classic crafts into one magical scene! Start with a handprint campfire, then add fingerprint fireflies dancing around the flames. It’s like capturing a perfect summer camping evening in art form, complete with those magical lightning bugs.
21. Toy Teepee
These mini teepees are perfect for small toys to have their own camping adventures. Kids can decorate the sides however they want, and the free template makes assembly super simple. It’s great for imaginative play and storytelling.
22. Cardboard Tube Bear
Another fun way to use those toilet paper rolls! This bear craft is quick and easy, using just paint, googly eyes, and construction paper. If you’re in a hurry, you can even wrap the tube in brown paper instead of waiting for paint to dry.
23. S’mores Cut and Paste
Practice those scissor skills while making pretend s’mores! This printable craft can be cut out and pasted together, or you can laminate the pieces for reusable pretend play. Either way, it’s a sweet way to celebrate everyone’s favorite camping treat.
24. Bark Owl
Use real bark and other natural materials to create these wise woodland creatures. Kids love using things they find in nature, and owls are perfect for camping crafts since you might actually hear them hooting at night during your outdoor adventures.
25. Handprint Campfire
End your camping craft session with this classic handprint campfire. Those little handprints make the perfect flames, and it’s such a sweet keepsake that captures how small their hands were. Every time you look at it, you’ll remember your fun camping craft day together.