Cook Station

Overview

The HitchFire Cook Station transforms the rear of your vehicle into a compact outdoor kitchen and cargo system—giving you a dedicated place to store gear, prep meals, wash up, and cook without filling your vehicle with extra tables and loose equipment.

Built on HitchFire's Ledge XL platform, the Cook Station provides a generous 38" x 24" working surface with an integrated slide-out sink basin and slide-out single-burner stove.

Mounted to a standard 2" hitch receiver, the system keeps your kitchen off the ground and attached to the vehicle. HitchFire's dual swing-arm design allows the entire setup to move out of the way when you need access to the tailgate, so you can keep the station loaded while still reaching the rear of your vehicle.

Choose the Standard Cook Station for the core hitch-mounted kitchen platform or step up to the Ultimate Cook Station for a more complete setup with an electric faucet, propane refill kit, and additional organization accessories.

Pull up. Swing out. Get cooking.

Key Features

• Hitch-Mounted Outdoor Kitchen — Creates a dedicated cooking and prep area directly behind your vehicle.
• 38" x 24" Ledge XL Platform — Provides substantial workspace for food prep, cooking, storage, and camp organization.
• Slide-Out Sink Basin — Adds a convenient washing and prep station without requiring a separate camp sink.
• Slide-Out Single-Burner Stove — Keeps the cooking surface integrated into the system and ready when needed.
• Dual Swing-Arm Tailgate Access — Swing the station away from the vehicle to access the rear cargo area without unloading the kitchen.
• Standard 2" Hitch Compatibility — Designed to mount to common 2" vehicle hitch receivers.
• 34.5" x 19" Internal Cargo Area — Provides useful storage space inside the removable side rails.
• Removable Side Rails — Reconfigure the platform for different cargo, prep, or kitchen layouts.
• Integrated Attachment Points — Provides mounting locations for straps, hooks, and accessories.
• Keeps Gear Off the Ground — Helps create a cleaner, more organized cooking environment at camp.
• Water-System Compatible — Works with gravity-fed water setups or electric faucet upgrades.
• Standard & Ultimate Configurations — Choose the level of equipment that best matches your travel style.

Why This Product Stands Out

Most camp kitchens require several separate pieces of gear:

A table.

A stove.

A wash basin.

Storage bins.

Water equipment.

Then all of it has to be packed inside the vehicle and set up again when you reach camp.

The HitchFire Cook Station approaches the problem differently.

It puts the core kitchen functions into one vehicle-mounted platform.

That means your cooking area travels with the vehicle rather than taking up valuable cargo space inside it.

The swing-arm design adds another important advantage: you don't have to choose between using the kitchen and accessing your tailgate.

The Cook Station is designed to provide both.

Specifications

Who This Is For

The HitchFire Cook Station is designed for travelers who want a more organized and capable outdoor cooking setup without sacrificing interior vehicle space.

It is especially well suited for:

• Overlanders
• Car campers
• SUV and truck owners
• Tailgaters
• Weekend campers
• Extended road-trip travelers
• Basecamp-style camping
• Adventure travelers carrying significant gear
• Users who want faster camp setup and breakdown
• Anyone trying to keep cooking equipment out of the vehicle interior

Standard Cook Station

The Standard Cook Station provides the foundation of the system.

Included

• HitchFire Cook Station platform — 38" x 24"
• DIY Dual Swing Arm hitch-mounted system
• Slide-out sink basin
• Slide-out single-burner stove
• Removable side rails
• Mounting hardware
• Integrated accessory attachment points

This configuration is ideal for users who want the core hitch-mounted kitchen system and prefer to build out their water and accessory setup separately.

Ultimate Cook Station

The Ultimate Cook Station starts with everything included in the Standard version and adds equipment designed to make the setup more complete from day one.

Includes Everything in the Standard Cook Station, Plus:

• Dometic Go Battery-Powered Faucet
• 1 lb Propane Refill Kit
• Magnetic Cup Holder
• Magnetic Spice Rack

The Ultimate version is the better fit for buyers who want a more complete camp-kitchen system with fewer additional accessories to source later.

Standard vs. Ultimate

Choose Standard if you want the core platform and prefer to customize the rest of the kitchen yourself.

Choose Ultimate if you want the more complete ready-to-use configuration with added water, fuel, and organization accessories.

A Kitchen That Travels Outside the Vehicle

The Cook Station's greatest practical advantage is space efficiency.

Instead of dedicating valuable interior cargo room to:

• Camp tables
• Stove setups
• Wash stations
• Prep surfaces
• Kitchen organizers

the primary kitchen platform stays mounted at the rear of the vehicle.

That leaves more room inside for:

• Coolers
• Sleeping systems
• Recovery gear
• Clothing
• Food
• Adventure equipment
• Additional passengers and luggage

For smaller vehicles in particular, moving the kitchen outside can make a significant difference in how efficiently the interior space is used.

Full Tailgate Access

A rear-mounted system is only useful if it doesn't permanently block access to the vehicle.

The HitchFire dual swing-arm system is designed to move the Cook Station away from the rear hatch or tailgate.

This allows access to stored gear without unloading the kitchen.

That is especially useful during:

• Meal preparation
• Quick roadside stops
• Multi-day camping
• Tailgating
• Overland travel
• Frequent camp moves

Slide-Out Cooking Station

The integrated single-burner stove slides out when you're ready to cook and stores back into the station when not in use.

This eliminates the need to find a separate surface for a portable stove and helps keep the cooking workflow consolidated around one platform.

Integrated Sink Basin

The slide-out basin creates a dedicated area for:

• Washing cookware
• Rinsing utensils
• Food preparation
• General cleanup

The basin can be paired with a gravity-fed water system or compatible pump/electric faucet setup.

The Ultimate package adds a Dometic Go battery-powered faucet for buyers who want an integrated powered-water option.

Flexible Cargo Configuration

The removable side rails allow the platform to serve more than one role.

Depending on the trip, it can function as:

• Kitchen
• Prep station
• Cargo tray
• Gear organizer
• Utility platform

Integrated mounting points also provide locations for securing gear with appropriate straps and accessories.

Designed for Adventure Travel

The Cook Station is particularly useful for travelers who frequently move from one location to another.

Instead of rebuilding a kitchen from loose components every time camp changes, the core system remains mounted to the vehicle.

That makes it attractive for:

• Multi-stop road trips
• Overland routes
• Weekend adventures
• Long-distance camping
• Tailgating
• Event travel
• Remote basecamps

Warranty

The HitchFire Cook Station is backed by a 2-year manufacturer warranty.

Coverage includes qualifying defects in:

• Materials
• Workmanship

Warranty coverage remains subject to HitchFire's complete terms, installation requirements, proper use guidelines, and exclusions.

Important Fit & Use Information

Before ordering, confirm that your vehicle is equipped with a compatible 2" hitch receiver.

Because hitch-mounted equipment affects rear vehicle clearance and load distribution, buyers should also confirm:

• Vehicle hitch capacity
• Tongue-weight limitations
• Vehicle-specific clearance
• Proper installation of the swing-arm system
• Safe cargo loading
• Accessory and stove clearances

Always follow HitchFire's current installation and operating instructions.

Care & Maintenance

For long-term use:

• Keep the platform clean and dry when possible.
• Remove food residue after cooking.
• Clean the sink basin after use.
• Keep sliding mechanisms free of excessive dirt and debris.
• Inspect mounting hardware periodically.
• Check hitch and swing-arm connections before travel.
• Secure loose equipment before driving.
• Follow stove manufacturer's instructions for cleaning and fuel use.
• Store water-system components according to their individual care instructions.

Common Questions

What size hitch receiver does the Cook Station require?
A standard 2" hitch receiver.

How large is the platform?
Approximately 38" x 24".

How much usable space is inside the rails?
Approximately 34.5" x 19".

Does it include a stove?
Yes. A slide-out single-burner stove is included.

Does it include a sink?
Yes. A slide-out sink basin is included.

Can I still open my tailgate?
The dual swing-arm design is intended to swing the Cook Station away from the rear of the vehicle to provide tailgate access.

Are the side rails removable?
Yes.

Can I add running water?
Yes. The sink system is compatible with gravity-fed setups or electric faucet upgrades.

What does the Ultimate version add?
A Dometic Go battery-powered faucet, 1 lb propane refill kit, magnetic cup holder, and magnetic spice rack.

Is the Dometic faucet included with the Standard version?
No. It is listed as part of the Ultimate package.

Can the platform carry gear as well as kitchen equipment?
Yes. The design combines cargo-platform and camp-kitchen functionality.

What warranty is included?
A 2-year manufacturer warranty, subject to HitchFire's full warranty terms.