Hot Coffee. Hot Meals. Anywhere You Roam.
Picture this: You're miles from civilization, the temperature's dropping, and you need a hot meal. No propane canisters. No batteries. No problem. The Pathfinder Alcohol Stove delivers reliable heat in any weather condition using the simplest, most affordable fuel on earth—denatured alcohol.
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Why This Stove Outperforms the Rest:
- Works in ANY Weather — Rain, snow, wind, or freezing temps won't stop you from cooking. Light it once and it burns steady for over 30 minutes
- Perfectly Engineered Height — Redesigned to provide ideal air clearance with Pathfinder cook sets (especially the PFM40) for maximum heat efficiency
- Adjustable Flame Control — Built-in flame regulator lets you dial in the perfect heat for simmering or boiling
- Ultralight & Compact — At just 5 oz and 1.75" tall, it disappears into your pack but delivers big performance
- Dirt-Cheap Fuel — Denatured alcohol costs pennies compared to fuel canisters, and you can find it almost anywhere
- Emergency-Ready — When the power goes out or disaster strikes, this stove keeps you fed and warm
- Built to Last Generations — Rugged stainless steel construction with screw-on lid for secure storage
Specifications:
- Height: 1.75" | Diameter: 3.35"
- Weight: 5 oz
- Fuel Capacity: 4.5 oz (133ml) — burns 30+ minutes
- Material: Stainless Steel
- Features: Screw-on lid, flame regulator
Perfect Pairings: Maximize your cooking system with the Pathfinder Stove Stand Multi-Tool, Pathfinder French Press Kit, and Stainless Steel Cooking Pot.
⚠️ Important: Use denatured alcohol (recommended fuel). Note: Denatured alcohol is banned in California and Canada. Do not store fuel in stove while in pack—add fuel just before use.
Backed by the Pathfinder Promise
How Does an Alcohol Burner Work?
An alcohol burner uses alcohol as a fuel source and can burn for over half an hour on just 4.5 ounces of fuel. Developed by legendary Alpine mountaineer Francis Fox Tuckett in the 1850s, these simple yet brilliant stoves were designed to hang from a cord in your tent.
Modern spirit burners like the Pathfinder are just as simple but far more durable and easier to use. Light your fuel, add a stabilizer like the Pathfinder Stove Stand Multi-Tool, put your pot on top, and start cooking.
Because you can light the fuel in wind, snow, or rainy weather, they're the ultimate cooking stoves for hikers, backpackers, campers, and emergency preparedness.
How to Use the Pathfinder Alcohol Stove
To cook with your alcohol stove, you need the stove, fuel, and a fire source like a ferro rod or fire-starting kit. Here's how:
- Remove the cap from your stove
- Add at least 2 oz of denatured alcohol (inexpensive and effective)
- Light the fuel — you might not see the flame right away, so hold your palm a couple inches above to confirm it's lit
- Place your stove stand over the flame, followed by your cooking pot
- Add water or food and let it cook
- To extinguish, replace the cap to cut off oxygen
That's it! Simple, reliable, and proven for over 170 years.
The Best Alcohol Burner for Backpacking and Camping
The Pathfinder Alcohol Stove is lightweight, compact, and works perfectly with other Pathfinder gear including the French Press Kit, Stainless Steel Cooking Pot, and Stove Stand Multi-Tool. Built to last for generations, this is the stove you'll pass down to your kids.
Order your Pathfinder Alcohol Stove today and never go without a hot meal again.
Shipping Charges are calculated at checkout.
Within United States:
Packages are shipped via:
- UPS
- FedEx
- USPS for PO Boxes
Outside the United States:
Shipping charges DO NOT INCLUDE any duties, taxes, and/or import fees imposed by your country's custom and/or clearance offices.
We offer the following services to most areas:
- DHL Express
Frequently Asked Questions
What are your hours of operation? Customer Service is open 9am to 3pm EST Monday thru Friday (we are closed all major holidays)
Do you have a retail store? No, we are online only.
What time zone is your sales and promotions based on?
Eastern Standard Time.
Do you offer Rain Checks or Extend Promotional Prices?
No, sale prices are only available during the promotional period.
How do I cancel an order?
To cancel an order please call Customer Service at 317.791.8777 Monday through Friday from 9 am to 3 pm (Eastern Standard Time). Once an order has been processed for shipment (meaning a label has been created), it cannot be canceled. Sending an email will not guarantee it will be canceled prior to shipping.
Can I add to an order?
If your order has not started to be processed through our shipping department, you can modify the order. However, you must call Customer Service at 317.791.8777 to make modifications. Once an order has started processing through the warehouse, it cannot be modified, only canceled.
What cards do you accept?
Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, PayPal, Apple Pay.
Do you accept check or money orders?
Yes, we do. Make checks out to The Pathfinder School, and mail to:
Self Reliance Outfitters
6050 Churchman Bypass
Indianapolis, IN 46203.
If we do not receive your payment within 14 business days, your order will be canceled.
Are orders shipped insured?
Yes, all orders where product total equals $25 or more are shipped insured. For more information about the insurance and claim process, please click here.
How long does it take for an order to ship from the warehouse?
Orders typically take 2 to 5 business days to process through our shipping department. During the holidays or during high-volume order influxes, it may take up to 7 business days. UPS 2-DAY orders will be processed the next business day.
How long will it take for my package to arrive?
Once it leaves our warehouse, it will depend on the shipping option you choose.
What shipping options do you offer domestically?
Flat Rate
UPS Ground
UPS 2-Day
What international shipping options do you have?
DHL
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Can I send it back for an exchange?
No, but you can send it back for a store gift to use towards your next purchase. Include a copy of your receipt or email confirmation and indicate what you wish to get as a store gift card. Return shipping is at your expense.
Send to:
Self Reliance Outfitters
6050 Churchman Bypass
Indianapolis, IN 46203
Attn: New Return
How will my refund be processed?
Domestic customers: Refunds (including canceled orders) will be processed by the original payment method or issued a store gift card if requested.
International customers: Refunds (including canceled orders) will be processed by the original payment method or issued a store gift card if requested.
Refunds on returned merchandise will be processed within 7 business days upon receipt of the returned merchandise.
Can I return an unwanted item?
You may return any unused item (in its original packaging) within 30 days of purchase for a full refund. Drop ship items are not returnable. Return shipping is at your expense.
Send to:
Self Reliance Outfitters
6050 Churchman Bypass
Indianapolis, IN 46203
Attn: New Return
What is the warranty on your products?
Most products (except PKS Knives & DIY Blanks) carry a 1-year warranty. View the Pathfinder Promise for our Pathfinder Stainless Steel gear - click here.
Does your PKS DIY Blanks have a lifetime warranty?
No, since they are a DIY item and an unfinished knife, blanks come with a 6-month warranty.
What is the warranty on PKS Knives?
All PKS knives (except DIY blanks) come with a lifetime workmanship warranty.
Pairs perfectly with my Pathfinder canteen nesting stove. It doesn't leak. It works great.
All Self Reliance Outfitters products are 100% top quality. You can bet on it!
I got turned off to alcohol stoves when I tried to build one out of tuna fish cans, and was disappointed in the result. I decided to give this one a try, and it works great! Nice, even flame, and I use it with the pot support multi-tools. I like that the lid seals shut, so it can be carried with fuel ready to go.
I've bought two of these stoves, one for my bottle kit and one for my canteen kit. They work great and are small enough to pack into both kit bags!! I've even used them with the pot holder attachment to cook bacon and eggs in my 8" stainless steel skillet!! The way they are designed to fit underneath cook stands in both the bottle and canteen kits makes using them a breeze!!
Pathfinder Alcohol Stove
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