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Arizona Campfire Rules (2026)

Conditional: Campfires on state land are allowed normally and in developed sites under Stage I restrictions, but Stage II bans all campfires, charcoal, and wood stoves (LPG/propane devices with on-off valves stay exempt).

ConditionalVerified Jun 18, 2026

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Campfires on state land are allowed normally and in developed sites under Stage I restrictions, but Stage II bans all campfires, charcoal, and wood stoves (LPG/propane devices with on-off valves stay exempt). Full closures bar public access.

Official source: dffm.az.gov →

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Campfire Rules in states bordering Arizona

The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.

CaliforniaRestricted
A free CAL FIRE campfire permit is required to build a campfire on most public/wildland areas; the fire must be cleared, contained, and attended to prevent spread. Permits and rules are obtained online via CAL FIRE.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: readyforwildfire.org · Full California rule →
ColoradoConditional
Recreational campfires are exempt from the CDPHE smoke permit, so they're generally allowed on private land, but are subject to county sheriff fire bans/restrictions and federal (USFS/BLM/NPS) rules on public land. Always check current local restrictions first.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: cdphe.colorado.gov · Full Colorado rule →
NevadaConditional
Under fire restrictions, campfires/open flames (wood & charcoal) are allowed only in developed campgrounds with designated fire rings or by special permit. Gas/pressurized-fuel stoves remain allowed. Tahoe Basin state parks have year-round campfire restrictions.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: forestry.nv.gov · Full Nevada rule →
New MexicoConditional
Campfires are permitted when no fire restrictions apply, but statewide/area fire restrictions frequently prohibit campfires, smoking and fireworks during high wildfire danger. Federal, tribal and municipal lands may have separate rules.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: emnrd.nm.gov · Full New Mexico rule →
UtahConditional
During the closed fire season (June 1–Oct 31) a burn permit is required for burning anything except campfires in improved/established fire pits. Always notify the local fire department, keep a water supply, and fully extinguish before leaving.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: ffsl.utah.gov · Full Utah rule →

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