Mountain House Backcountry Adventure Kit – High-Performance, Delicious Meals for Extreme Adventures

The Mountain House Backcountry Adventure Kit features 36 Pro-Pak® meals, offering a reliable and convenient food source for your backcountry treks.
Balanced Nutrition: Each meal is high in protein, calories, and nutrition, crafted to provide the energy you need to tackle long adventures or intense activities.
Premium Ingredients: Made with no artificial flavors or colors, the meals deliver great taste without compromise.
Compact and Lightweight: Meals are designed to be easy to pack and carry, making them perfect for backcountry trips, peak bagging, or even emergency preparedness. This Backpacking Meal Kit is ideal for minimizing pack weight.
Variety of Flavors: Enjoy six different meal options, from savory Beef Stroganoff to comforting Homestyle Chicken Noodle Casserole, ensuring there’s something for everyone. This Adventure Meal Kit caters to diverse tastes.
Easy Preparation: Just add water, and your meal is ready in under 10 minutes—no need for cleanup. Perfect for those quick Backcountry Camping Meals.
Built for Performance: Created to meet the exacting standards of the U.S. Armed Forces, these meals are made for Long-Range Cold-Weather Patrols, ensuring durability and effectiveness in any environment. A true Mountain House Kit for any situation.
Longevity: Provides approximately 1,730 calories per day for 12 days, giving you a dependable meal plan for extended adventures.
Trusted Over 50 Years: Mountain House has been fueling adventures for over five decades, earning trust for its high-quality and reliable products.

What are some common accessories to add to the Mountain House Backcountry Adventure Kit?

Portable Water Filter or Purification Tablets: Ensures you have clean, safe water to use with your meals.
Lightweight Cooking Pot or Kettle: Perfect for boiling water to rehydrate your meals quickly.
Compact Utensils: Packable sporks or multi-use utensils to eat with ease in the backcountry.
Portable Stove or Small Camping Burner: For heating water efficiently when open flames aren’t an option.
Dry Bag or Storage Pouches: Ideal for organizing and keeping your meal packs dry during trips.
Insulated Mug or Container: Helps keep rehydrated meals warm for longer periods.
Small Trash Bag: For keeping your campsite clean by packing out used meal pouches.
Measuring Cup or Bottle with Clear Markings: Makes it easy to measure the required amount of water for the meals accurately.

Mountain House Backcountry Adventure Kit Features and Specs

The Mountain House Backcountry Adventure Food Kit is a complete and compact kit designed to fuel your adventures with high-quality, ready-to-eat meals. Each Mountain House Backcountry Adventure Meal Kit is designed for peak performance, providing the protein, calories, and nutrition needed for backcountry treks, outdoor pursuits, or even military-style missions. Made to meet the rigorous standards of the U.S. Armed Forces, the meals are lightweight, easy to prepare with just water, and packed with flavor—no artificial flavors or colors included. These Lightweight Backpacking Meals make packing a breeze.

Key Features

36 Pro-Pak® meals: Includes a mix of six flavor-packed varieties, such as Beef Stroganoff, Chili Mac, Chicken & Rice, and Scrambled Eggs with Uncured Bacon.
High protein and nutrition: Each meal is loaded with protein (up to 43g per serving) and essential calories (up to 640 calories per serving).
Compact and lightweight: Package weighs just 15.29 lbs. and is easy to carry, with a box size of 27.375″ L x 18.375″ W x 10.75″ H.
Easy to prepare: Meals are ready to eat in less than 10 minutes—just add water, with no cleanup required.
Long-lasting quality: No artificial flavors or colors, made with premium ingredients.
Optimized for high performance: Designed to sustain energy and meet the demands of outdoor adventures or high-intensity missions.
12-day supply: Sufficient to provide approximately 1,730 calories per day for 12 days.

What’s in the box of the Mountain House Backcountry Adventure Kit?

(6) Beef Stroganoff – Tender beef, onions, mushrooms in cream sauce over egg noodles.
(6) Chili Mac – Macaroni noodles, beef, and kidney beans in chili sauce.
(6) Mexican Style Adobo Rice & Chicken – Pinto beans, onions, cauliflower, zucchini, ancho chiles, lime.
(6) Chicken & Rice – Chicken, pimientos, and rice.
(6) Scrambled Eggs with Uncured Bacon – Scrambled eggs with crispy bacon.
(6) Homestyle Chicken Noodle Casserole – Chicken, mushrooms, celery, green peppers over noodles.

Mountain House Backcountry Adventure Kit FAQs

How long does the food in the Backcountry Adventure Kit last?

Each meal in the kit has a guaranteed shelf life of up to 30 years when stored in a cool, dry place, making it perfect for long-term storage or emergency preparedness.

How do I prepare the meals?

Simply add hot water to the pouch, stir, and wait less than 10 minutes for a hearty, delicious meal. No additional cooking or cleanup is required.

Are the meals suitable for outdoor adventures?

Absolutely! The Pro-Pak® meals are compact, lightweight, and high in protein and calories, specifically designed to keep you fueled and performing at your best during backcountry treks or other demanding activities.

Are there any artificial flavors or colors in the Outdoor Meal Kit?

No, Mountain House meals contain premium ingredients and are free from artificial flavors and colors, so you can enjoy meals that taste great and are made with quality you can trust.

Is the Camping Meal Kit appropriate for special dietary needs?

While the kit includes a variety of meals, it’s always best to review individual ingredient lists for allergens or dietary restrictions to ensure they meet your specific requirements.