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Kansas Campfire Rules (2026)
Permitted: Small recreational fires, campfires, barbecue grills, fire pits and smokers are allowed and are not restricted by the state open-burning rule or the April county burn ban; local ordinances may still apply.
Official source: kdhe.ks.gov →
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Campfire Rules in states bordering Kansas
The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.
- 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 →
- MissouriPermitted
Campfires and fires for recreation, ceremony, or noncommercial cooking are allowed statewide and may burn only vegetative/untreated wood. Keep fires at least 75ft from buildings, small, attended, and fully extinguished; you are liable for any escape.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: dnr.mo.gov · Full Missouri rule →
- NebraskaConditional
Recreational fires are allowed but open burning is broadly banned by statute; permits are issued locally by the fire chief. Governor-issued statewide burn bans can suspend all permit issuance during drought.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: sfm.nebraska.gov · Full Nebraska rule →
- OklahomaConditional
Campfires and outdoor cooking fires are permitted; use established fire rings and keep fires small. Campfires are prohibited under an active county or Governor's burn ban. Check with park staff in state parks.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: ag.ok.gov · Full Oklahoma rule →
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