Create a Controlled Campfire for Cooking Without Burning Your Base

Isolate Your Campfire

Campfires pose the same ignition risk as torches. To safely cook and smelt:

• Build your campfire in a dedicated non-flammable structure made entirely of stone, brick, or similar materials
• Surround the campfire with at least one block of clearance on all sides using stone or dirt
• Avoid placing the campfire near wooden roofs, fences, or support beams

Design a Safe Cooking Area

Create a functional kitchen:

• Build a stone-lined pit or platform at least one block away from any wooden structures
• Place the campfire in the center of this cleared area
• Add stone counters or slabs around it for organization
• Keep wooden storage chests and crafting tables at a safe distance

Monitor and Maintain

Regularly check your cooking area:

• Watch for any fire spread to nearby blocks during use
• Keep the area clear of dropped items that might catch fire
• If you notice ignition occurring at unexpected distances, increase your safety clearance further