How to Cook Roast Pork Over a Campfire (With Crispy Crackling Every Time)

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There’s nothing better than cooking a proper roast pork over a campfire…
But if you’ve ever tried it, you’ll know one thing:

Getting that perfect crackling is where most people get it wrong.

Too hot and it burns.
Too low and it goes chewy.
And if you’re flipping it by hand… good luck.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through exactly how we cook roast pork at camp using a rotisserie — so you get crispy crackling, even cooking, and zero stress.

Watch the full step-by-step video

Why cook roast pork on a rotisserie?

Cooking over a campfire can be unpredictable… but a rotisserie changes everything.

Instead of constantly turning your meat, the rotisserie:

Keeps the pork moving for even heat distribution
Prevents burning on one side
Allows fat to baste the meat as it cooks
Frees you up to actually enjoy the campfire

It’s the easiest way to get consistent results at camp.

What you’ll need

To cook roast pork properly over the fire, you’ll want a setup that gives you control.

Gear used:

ArcPit Spare Tyre Fire Pit
ArcPit Leg Extenders
ArcMate Charcoal Grate
ArcMate Rotisserie Kit (battery powered)
Lump charcoal (recommended for steady heat)

Why this setup works:

Keeps your fire contained
Elevates cooking ~300mm off the ground (required in many parks)
Gives you full control over heat and airflow

Built for real camping

The biggest challenge with campfire cooking isn’t the food…
It’s the setup.

That’s why the ArcPit was designed to:

Store on your spare tyre (no extra space needed)
Set up in minutes
Keep fires contained and compliant
Work seamlessly with cooking accessories like the rotisserie

Less gear. More cooking. More time around the fire.

Ready to upgrade your camp cooking?

If you want to cook meals like this at camp — without the stress — this setup makes it simple.

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