The parkwide fire danger level for Yellowstone is now VERY HIGH and Stage 1 fire restrictions are in effect.
Fire restrictions include:
Backcountry and trails
* Prohibited: Charcoal or wood fire campfires in the backcountry, including those in established fire rings.
* Prohibited: Smoking in the backcountry and on all trails, except immediately adjacent to the provided fire ring in designated campsites or within a 3-foot-diameter area barren of all flammable material (e.g. standing in water, on a boat).
* Permitted: Portable gas stoves and lanterns in areas that are barren or cleared of all overhead and surrounding flammable materials within 3 feet.
Frontcountry and developed areas
* Permitted: Smoking only in:
** an enclosed vehicle
** a single-family dwelling
** a developed campground
** a day-use picnic area
** within a 3-foot-diameter area that is barren or cleared of all flammable material
* Permitted: Campfires in designated fire rings in frontcountry developed campgrounds (Madison, Mammoth, Slough Creek, Canyon, Indian Creek, Pebble Creek, Lewis Lake, Grant Village and Bridge Bay) and day-use picnic areas. All campfires must be cold to the touch before abandoning. Soak, stir, feel, repeat.
Fireworks are not allowed in the park. Visitors are reminded that negligently starting a wildland fire may result in fines and/or imprisonment.
Stay informed about current fire activity in Yellowstone.
Tags: wildland fire
Source: U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service
