Fall is the perfect time of the year for owning an outdoor fire pit. With the weather cooling down and the nights becoming relatively chilly, there are many excuses that can be made for going out back and starting up the fire. Here are some fun activities that can be shared with your family around the fire pit this fall!

• Cooking: Throwing food on the grill, or heating something up in the oven are both ways of cooking that are used by everyone on almost a daily basis. However, there is something special about cooking your food over the fire. It is not too often that someone has the opportunity to do so, so when you do get the chance it is unforgettable. You may be thinking, “What can I even cook over an outdoor fire pit?” There is no need to worry because there are plenty of options! Hot dogs, corn on the cob, and marsh mellows are all great possibilities. There are even metal grates that you can purchase to put over the top of your fire pit that will allow you to cook a lot of different things, such as pizza.

• Relaxing: Sometimes the best feeling of being outdoors around the fire is that of relaxation. If you have had a long day, or if you simply want to get outside in the cool weather, relaxing by the fire is the best choice. Make sure to complement your fire pit with comfortable seating and you may never want to get up!

• Ghost Stories: This is the perfect activity if you have children. There is nothing more spooky than going outback at night, turning off all of the lights in the house, and sitting by the fire while telling a good old fashioned ghost story. Roast marsh mellows and let your imaginations flow for this classic activity.

If you do not already own an outdoor fire pit, then this is the time of year where you are severely missing out. Fire pits are one of the best pieces of outdoor furnishing that one can own, especially as the weather begins to cool down. If you have a fire pit, or have ever spent the night around one, we would love to hear your favorite fire pit activities! You can let us know by commenting below, or through getting in touch on Facebook or Twitter.