35 Reasons to Put a Firepit in your Backyard

Hard to resist the lure of a fire as dusk sets in. This square wood burning firepit sits close to the water feature. Plenty of seats for all. Maybe a rocker to ease tension away as you stare into the dancing flames. Or kids may choose the firepit stools. The wood and stone are an attractive mix, especially with the ambiance of the firelight.

Let’s face it – fire pairs pretty well with water – as shown here. The round gas firepit with seat walls surrounding is close to the inground spa and you can envision yourself going back and forth from one to the other. Cushy chairs round it out, possibly for fire gazers who want to hunker down and be mesmerized by the flickering flames

People are drawn to firepits for story-telling and laughter! For Family & Friend time! Nothing compares to stories around a fire. Pull up a chair and swap a few good ones! These are the times you’ll cherish forever.

Ooh, Ahh . . . firelight as night closes in – we all know the feeling. It plain old feels good. There is something about how it engages our senses. We bask in the heat as night chills the air. When mixed with friends and family, even better. This gas firepit with seat wall is big and cozy. Makes you wonder what stories these friends are telling . . .

How’s this for fun around a firepit? This stone privacy wall backing up the fierpit is unique in this asian influenced landscape. Great idea to section off this area and establish the space. The extending seat walls are useful for more than just taking a seat. Personal belongings, food & beverages have a place in reachable distance. And, the teak wood firepit stools are super cool, set up next to a bubbling water fall feature.

Here we go again, the dynamic duo water and firelight are paired together. Right next to the above ground spa, you can imagine young & old alike going back and forth. Soak, warm up at the fire, soak again. Minimalist in it’s approach in landscape design, the clean lines and smaller size work here perfectly.

One of the nicest things about firepits, they do not age discriminate. They are for the young at heart and enjoyed by all ages. They bring family & friends together. In this setting, boy and dog will be chomping at the bit to be running around the yard after a few minutes cozying up to mom and dad. Poking at the fire or roasting marshmallows is sure to be on the agenda.

Head for the firepit, the kids are in bed! Put a little savoir faire into the evening when after dinner you head down to the firepit. Young, old, friends, family – firepits do not discriminate – their welcoming vibes have drawing power for all ages!

Grab your hotdog and get to roasting. Yes, this gas fired firepit can heat up the night, your hotdogs & marshmallows, and keep you toasty. The seatwalls that wrap around it hold all the incidentals including the bodies! Sitting out into the landscape, take the paver pathway over the water fall and to the spa for a soak before returning to enjoy the firelight with loved ones!

Nothing like the ambiance of a wood burning fire, eh? There is something so ‘back to nature’ about it. The sounds & smells are familiar to all of us and perhaps the nostalgia of past camping trips or fond family memories is all wrapped up in a wistful affection for the past

Gas or wood burning, this firepit is set up for both methods. The large size pit allows a huge fire for all to luxuriate in. The circular seat wall with river view is breathtaking. Notice the  inlaid hardscaping pattern adding definition to the firepit area. Gorgeous!

Many times firepits are paired with seat walls. This smart design feature in a landscape gives you built in seats for a crowd. This photo shows off high-seat walls curving around the firepit. The pool and spa are a few steps away and when the skin starts to wrinkle, jump out and head for the firepit! Imagine the summer party you could have with ample space for all.

Another interesting firepit is surrounded by high cement seat walls too! Add cushy pillows for settling in to make your fun around the firepit. Plenty of seats make it easy for family or friends in gatherings large or small. These versatile seats also hold belongings. Snacks and beverages are at your fingertips with extra candle light part of outdoor life.

Okay, we get why you love firepits, but two? Sure, when you have the space and growing kids why not build a campground for family fun & firelight. Can you see your kids having a sleepover here? Although we reference kids, adults could enjoy this forest setting firepit too!

Nautical theme landscape design with gas firepit. Firepit boasts exotic ocean-blue glass. Grab your spot on one of the swing-out galley stools.

Custom firepit with seat walls on Columbia River . . . really? She’s a beauty, don’t you think?

In this equestrian estate, a Spa & Firepit make cozy companions. Lounge awhile, sit a spell, soak your day away, dream around the fire . . . . this spa & firepit patio is loaded with deep-sigh relaxation.

Pizza, backgammon, yahtzee anyone? Plenty of seats for kids of all ages – and games around a firepit are even better!

What? Is this a firepit – pit? Yes siree! This beautiful natural stone & boulder firepit is as individual as it’s homeowners! Imagine the crowd you could have in this space!

Entertaining Firepit? Looks like it to me! With a loop-around seat wall for loads of friends, while the adults hang in the gazebo, the young thrive by the firepit.