Fire Restrictions

There are currently fire restrictions in place on the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland. 

Stage 1 Fire Restrictions:

• Boulder and Clear Creek Ranger Districts within Boulder, Clear Creek, Gilpin and Jefferson counties 
• Canyon Lakes Ranger District within Larimer County
• Pawnee National Grassland within Weld County

Fully extinguish all campfires and heat sources prior to leaving them unattended where allowed. Drown the fire with water, stir to fully soak embers, and repeat until the fire is cold to the touch. 

Some areas of National Forest have restrictions year-round prohibiting campfires. Follow posted signage indicating these areas. 

• Check county fire restrictions and check Alerts for areas with year-round fire restrictions.
• Learn more about campfire safety.
• Exploding targets, tracer bullets & fireworks are never allowed on National Forest System lands.