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Utah Campfire Rules (2026)
Conditional: During the closed fire season (June 1–Oct 31) a burn permit is required for burning anything except campfires in improved/established fire pits.
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.
Official source: ffsl.utah.gov →
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Campfire Rules in states bordering Utah
The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.
- ArizonaConditional
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.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: dffm.az.gov · Full Arizona 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 →
- 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 →
- 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 →
- 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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