14 Outdoor Fire Pits That Will Keep You Cozy All Winter Long

Oh the weather outside is frightful—but unlike in years past, we need to venture into the cold anyway, as socializing outdoors presents the lowest risk of COVID-19 transmission. So if you want to see friends, but don’t want to freeze, it’s time start thinking about an outdoor fire pit.

Sure, you could order a space heater. But those, frankly, are a bit of an eyesore and don’t seem to radiate very far! As for their bigger and more expensive sibling, the kerosene heater? Also an eyesore, and, for the accident-prone among us, a safety hazard. (Be honest: do you really trust yourself handling combustible hydrocarbon liquid?)

The outdoor fire pit, with its crackling logs, keeps things both heated and haute. It evokes ski towns, the serene wilderness, and the Danish concept of hygge.

Despite what you might think, a fire pit is also quite easy to order online. From Terrain to CB2 to, yes, Amazon, several retailers offer an abundance of stylish options. For those with small patios or balconies, Skargaaden’s nimble Fire Basket is an excellent choice, while those wanting a flaming centerpiece should opt for the Tripee Fire Pit by AK47 Design. Then there’s a Chiminea, in which, if you are so compelled, you can cook. Just buy a grill rack, some marinade, and your meat or vegetable of choice. How’s that for a perfect pandemic-era dinner party?

Below, an assortment of 14 outdoor fire pits that’ll always bring the heat.