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Fire Restrictions — BLM Northern California District

Current status · checked August 03, 2026
Status Not Verified
In effect since May 01, 2026 · Read the signed order

GroundTruth has not verified a current order for this area. Assume restrictions may apply and check the official source before lighting any fire.

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From the order

Campfires, charcoal, coal, or wood stoves are only allowed inside a developed campground that has a steel or rock fire ring, and you must clear a five-foot area to bare soil, have a 35-inch shovel, and a valid California Campfire Permit. You must fully extinguish all flames and heat before leaving a fire. Fireworks, tracer ammunition, exploding targets, sky lanterns, and internal combustion engines without a spark arrester are prohibited.

Order history

May 01, 2026now

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Ranger offices & dispatch

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Frequently asked

Can I have a campfire in BLM Northern California District right now?

GroundTruth has not verified a current order for BLM Northern California District. Assume restrictions may apply and check the official source before lighting any fire.

Are propane or gas stoves allowed during fire restrictions?

Usually yes. Devices fueled solely by pressurized liquid petroleum or LPG with an on-off valve are typically exempt under Stage 1 and Stage 2, used in an area cleared of flammable material. The signed order always governs — read it before relying on an exemption.

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Data: GroundTruth restriction pipeline · Great Basin — Nevada (NIFC) · page updated 2026-08-03.