Outdoors
Camping Trip Expense Splitter
Divide campsite fees, groceries, firewood, gear, and gas for group camping trips. Track everything and settle up when you get home.
Common camping trip expenses
A weekend camping trip costs $50 to $200 per person. Here is what you will need to track.
Campsite fees
$20-$50/night
Reserved spots, hookups, and backcountry permits split among the group.
Groceries and cooler supplies
$100-$300
Shared meals, snacks, drinks, and ice for the cooler.
Firewood and charcoal
$15-$40
Bundled firewood, fire starters, and charcoal for cooking.
Gas and transportation
$50-$150
Fuel for the drive plus any tolls or parking fees along the way.
Gear rentals
$20-$80/person
Tents, sleeping pads, lanterns, or cooking gear for those who need them.
Park entrance and activity fees
$10-$30/person
Day use passes, fishing permits, and guided hikes.
Example: 6 friends, 2 nights
| Expense | Paid by | Amount | Split |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campsite reservation (2 nights) | Sam | $90 | 6 ways |
| Grocery run | Alex | $210 | 6 ways |
| Firewood and ice | Jordan | $35 | 6 ways |
| Gas (round trip) | Casey | $80 | 4 riders |
| Canoe rental (3 people) | Morgan | $75 | 3 paddlers |
Nudj calculates the minimum settlements, turning many potential payments into just a few transfers.
The tricky parts of splitting a camping trip
Shared gear vs personal gear
The group tent and cooking supplies are shared. Personal sleeping bags and headlamps are not.
Some people drive, some ride
Split gas and parking among those in the car, not the whole group.
Different food preferences
If someone brings their own specialty food, keep it separate from the shared grocery run.
The early leavers
Friends who leave a day early should still pay their full campsite share (it was reserved for them) but not for the second night's groceries.
Focus on the campfire, not the calculator
Create a Circle for your camping crew. Log expenses as they happen and settle up when you are home.