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Montana Campfire Rules (2026)
Conditional: Recreational campfires are generally permitted but become restricted or banned under DNRC/agency fire restrictions during dry conditions.
Recreational campfires are generally permitted but become restricted or banned under DNRC/agency fire restrictions during dry conditions. Always check current restrictions and county burn closures before lighting any fire.
Official source: mtfireinfo.org →
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Campfire Rules in states bordering Montana
The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.
- IdahoConditional
Recreational campfires do not require an IDL burn permit, but are prohibited when Stage 1/Stage 2 fire restrictions are in effect, except in approved fire rings at developed recreation sites. Containment and full extinguishment are required.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: idl.idaho.gov · Full Idaho rule →
- North DakotaPermitted
Campfires and other fires for outdoor cooking are a permissible category of open burning and need no DEQ variance, but must be attended/supervised and create no nuisance. Local burn bans override and prohibit them when active.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: deq.nd.gov · Full North Dakota rule →
- South DakotaConditional
In the Black Hills Forest Fire Protection District a campfire permit is required to use a recreational/ceremonial fire on private land. On Black Hills National Forest land, campfires are allowed only in established grates at designated campgrounds; otherwise District Ranger permission is needed.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: wildlandfire.sd.gov · Full South Dakota rule →
- WyomingConditional
When county fire restrictions are in effect, campfires are typically allowed only in designated/improved fire rings (often 15+ ft from burnable material) or enclosed stoves/grills; open fires in unimproved areas are banned. Otherwise allowed with caution. Federal lands have separate rules.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: wsfd.wyo.gov · Full Wyoming rule →
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