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Starry Nights and Toasted Marshmallows: Campfire Jams

chrissarcletti

Updated: Jun 7, 2024



Imagine sitting by a crackling campfire, the stars twinkling above, and the perfect playlist setting the mood. Campfires are a lot of fun, but they require dedicated and consistent effort to start and maintain them that often stretches into hours. This is where the music comes in, guiding you through every step.


Tunes that encourage you to sing along, bounce your leg, or even dance are essential. A well-curated playlist is as crucial to a campfire as the logs themselves. Whether you're gathering sticks and kindling, setting up the logs, toasting marshmallows, or relaxing with a beer in hand while you feel the warmth of the fire and gaze at the stars, music will be your constant companion.

Starting with some southern rock, Americana or alternative country is a great idea, but a campfire can last for hours, so variety is key. Create a playlist that spans multiple music genres and can be enjoyed on repeat. The goal is to have music that everyone around the campfire will enjoy, enhancing the shared experience and conversations under the night sky.

Campfires are perfect for diving into and savoring your favorite music during evenings that often stretch into the wee hours. You’re outside, smelling the campfire, hearing the fire crackle and looking at the stars. This is the time to play songs that allow you to fully immerse yourself in the moment and your surroundings.


Set it and forget it!


My Ultimate Campfire Playlist


1. Simple Man – Lynyrd Skynyrd

2. Southern Man – Neil Young

3. Wildflowers - Tom Petty

4. Angie - The Rolling Stones

5. End of the Line – Traveling Wilburys

6. Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way – Waylon Jennings

7. Face Down in the Moment – Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats

8. Just Breathe - Pearl Jam

9. You Don’t Know How It Feels – Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers

10. America – Simon & Garfunkel

11. Sunshine Of Your Love – Cream

12. Do It Again – Steely Dan

13. Black Magic Woman – Santana

14. Impossible Germany – Wilco

15. Sky Blue Sky - Wilco

16. Round Here – Counting Crows

17. No Sleep – Caamp

18. Soulshine – Allman Brothers Band

19. Handle with Care – Traveling Wilburys

20. I Don’t Mind – Sturgill Simpson

21. Man in Black – Johnny Cash

22. Long as I Can See the Light - Creedence Clearwater Revival

23. Cold – Chris Stapleton

24. By and By – Caamp

25. Stubborn Love – The Lumineers

26. Soulfight – The Revivalists

27. The Golden Age – Beck

28. Hook - Blues Traveler

29. She Talks To Angels – The Black Crowes

30. God Only Knows - The Beach Boys

31. A.M. Radio – The Lumineers

32. Luckenbach, Texas - Waylon Jennings and Willie Nelson

33. You Can’t Always Get What You Want - The Rolling Stones

34. Free Bird – Lynyrd Skynyrd

35. While My Guitar Gently Weeps - The Beatles

36. Harvest Moon – Neil Young




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About Chris Sarcletti

Chris Sarcletti is an avid explorer, writer, and music, hiking, and health and fitness enthusiast. He enjoys exploring new destinations and sharing his travel experiences through his blog and three published travel memoirs. His latest book, A Family Travels as One: A North American Travel Memoir, is now available.

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