JACKSON, Wyo. — With conditions drying by the day and no measurable precipitation in the forecast, Yellowstone officials today are implementing additional fire restrictions.
Backcountry
Beginning at noon today, August 21, restrictions will take effect due to very high fire danger. Charcoal or wood fire campfires that may produce ash or embers are prohibited in the backcountry, including those in established fire rings.
Portable gas stoves and lanterns are permitted in areas that are barren or cleared of all overhead and surrounding flammable materials within 3 feet.
Smoking is prohibited 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).
Frontcountry and developed areas
Smoking is permitted 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
There are no restrictions on campfires in designated fire rings in frontcountry developed campgrounds (Madison, Canyon, Bridge Bay, Grant Village) and day-use picnic areas.
All campfires must be cold to the touch before abandoning. Soak, stir, feel, repeat.
