To build a beach fire pit, dig a hole in dry sand, add wood and light it. Use a wire grate for cooking and avoid high traffic areas, wet sand, tide lines, and vegetation. Research area laws and fill the hole with water when done.
Build a beach fire pit by digging a hole in the sand, then adding wood, logs, and lighting. A wire grate for cooking can be added to the fire pit if desired. At most beaches, you’ll be prompted to put out the fire when you’re done; the hole should also be filled. Some locations allow use of the fire pit only in the off season or in restricted areas.
A beach fire pit should be located away from areas of high traffic and wet sand. Digging in wet sand is much more difficult than digging in dry or slightly damp sand. Beach bonfires should not be placed too close to the tide line or too close to dunes or vegetation. If you’re unsure of area laws, research ahead of time to see if you need a permit or if there are any regulations involving open fires on the beach.
Unless the beach already has pre-built fire pits, you’ll have to dig it yourself. A collapsible shovel folds down to a compact size, so it’s easy to carry to the beach. Once the fire pit area is selected, use the shovel to dig a hole in the sand. The hole used for a beach fire pit should be about 2 feet wide and a foot deep, but the dimensions can be varied. The bigger the pit, the longer it will take to dig. Fill a bucket with ocean water and keep it handy, just in case.
Once you have chosen the space and dug the hole, place the wood inside, with the scrub underneath, and then light. Kindling for a fire pit can be small dry twigs, rolled up newspaper, or even an easy-to-light fire log. Most beach locations are windy, so consider using a portable propane lighter instead of a match or cigarette lighter to start a fire.
Food can be cooked over a beachfront fire pit if desired. Use long, clean sticks to hold food over the fire, or place a rack over the fire bowl. If you’re using a wire rack, you’ll have to wait for the fire to die down to cook your food. If a piece of food catches fire, throw it into the flames or put it out in the bucket of water.
Put out the fire with water when you’re done. Once the flames are completely extinguished, use the shovel to refill the fire pit. Pick up all trash and unused supplies and take them with you when you leave the beach.
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