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Firewood Permits

Individuals camping on the Daniel Boone National Forest are welcome to collect dead and down wood for their evening campfire without a permit. Firewood collected without a permit must be used for a campfire on the Forest; it cannot be taken home or taken to private land. No standing trees may be cut - dead or alive - of any size. 

Individuals who wish to collect firewood on the Daniel Boone National Forest to burn at home or on private property must purchase a firewood permit. Firewood may only be collected in the designated areas provided with the firewood permit. Each firewood permit allows for the collection of up to 4 CCF (approximately four full-size pickup truck loads or four cords). The permit is valid for cutting dead and down wood only.

A standard firewood permit allows you to cut wood for personal use only. A special use permit may be required to collect firewood in bulk or for commercial purposes.

Purchase a Firewood Permit Online

The Special Forest Product E‑Permits portal is a secure and convenient way to purchase U.S. Forest Service special forest product permits online. With E-Permits, you can purchase and print a permit using a computer or mobile device from the comfort of your home.

Purchase a Firewood Permit In-Person

Firewood permits are available to purchase in-person at any of our District Offices. The Forest Supervisor's Office does not issue firewood permits. Please call ahead to make an appointment and confirm availability.

Firewood Permit FAQs

Firewood Harvesting Best Practices

  • Check the weather forecast and always let someone know where you will be and when you are expected to return before you go.
  • Stay alert and give log trucks and equipment plenty of space. Forest Service roads may have heavy logging traffic.
  • Park in areas that do not impede traffic or block gates.
  • Comply with fire requirements and current restrictions to prevent forest fires.

Last updated July 7th, 2025