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Pikes Peak Ranger District Fire Danger & Restrictions
ClosureSafety brief
Updated
Low fire danger today.
Fire danger is currently low in the Pikes Peak Ranger District. Stage 1 fire restrictions are in effect, prohibiting campfires in the Waldo Canyon Burn Area and elsewhere unless in permanent metal or concrete fire pits at developed campgrounds and picnic areas. Propane stoves are allowed if used in a cleared area. Always check current conditions and specific regulations for your exact location before heading out.
Restrictions
Campfires and Stoves
Equipment and Work
Shooting and Closures
Backcountry campfiresProhibited
Campfires prohibited in Waldo Canyon Burn Area; Stage 1 restrictions elsewhere.
Conditions
- Stage 1: allowed only in permanent metal/concrete fire pits at developed sites, or gas/liquid devices in cleared 3-ft area, or enclosed metal stove with 5-ft chimney and spark arrestor in 10-ft cleared area
Exceptions
- Permit FS-7700-48 holders
- Federal, State, Local Officers and organized rescue/firefighting personnel in official duty
Campground campfiresRestricted
Allowed in permanent metal/concrete fire pits at developed campgrounds and picnic areas under Stage 1.
Conditions
- Must use permanent metal or concrete fire pit or grate installed and maintained by USFS at developed recreation sites
Propane fuel and camp stovesRestricted
Allowed if device can be turned on/off in area cleared of flammable materials within 3 feet.
Conditions
- Device must be solely fueled by liquid or gas and turnable on/off
- Must be used in area barren or cleared of all flammable materials within 3 feet of device
Welding and grindingRestricted
Welding and torch work allowed in cleared 10-ft area with fire extinguisher present.
Conditions
- Must be in cleared area of at least 10 feet in diameter
- Chemical pressurized fire extinguisher with minimum 8 oz. capacity and Class 2A rating must be kept with operator
ExplosivesProhibited
Explosives prohibited under Stage 1 restrictions.
Exceptions
- Permit FS-7700-48 holders
- Federal, State, Local Officers and organized rescue/firefighting personnel in official duty
Forest closures and access limitsRestricted
Waldo Canyon Burn Area closed: no entry on trail, no camping, no motor vehicles on specified roads.
Conditions
- Waldo Canyon Trail (NFS Trail 640) closed to all entry
- Camping prohibited in Described Area
- Motor vehicles prohibited on NFSR 300.M, 955, 305, 300.N, 956, 300.S, 957, 300.P, 300.Q, 987, 988
Exceptions
- Permit FS-7700-48 holders
- Federal, State, Local Officers and organized rescue/firefighting personnel in official duty
Restrictions last checked
Near-surface wildfire smoke forecast
Estimated AQI*
3max avg 0.6 µg/m³ around 12 AM
Good wildfire smoke
Forecast updated Sep 9, 2026, 6:59 PM
* Estimated AQI is an equivalent interpretation of forecast wildfire-smoke PM2.5 only; it is not an observed or official AQI reading.
| Local time | District average | p10 | p90 | Estimated AQI* | Smoke category |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 9, 7:00 PM | 0.1 µg/m³ | 0 µg/m³ | 0.3 µg/m³ | Estimated AQI* ≈1 | Good wildfire smoke |
| Sep 9, 8:00 PM | 0.2 µg/m³ | 0 µg/m³ | 0.4 µg/m³ | Estimated AQI* ≈1 | Good wildfire smoke |
| Sep 9, 9:00 PM | 0.2 µg/m³ | 0 µg/m³ | 0.3 µg/m³ | Estimated AQI* ≈1 | Good wildfire smoke |
| Sep 9, 10:00 PM | 0.3 µg/m³ | 0.1 µg/m³ | 0.5 µg/m³ | Estimated AQI* ≈2 | Good wildfire smoke |
| Sep 9, 11:00 PM | 0.5 µg/m³ | 0.4 µg/m³ | 0.8 µg/m³ | Estimated AQI* ≈3 | Good wildfire smoke |
| Sep 10, 12:00 AM | 0.6 µg/m³ | 0.4 µg/m³ | 0.8 µg/m³ | Estimated AQI* ≈3 | Good wildfire smoke |
| Sep 10, 1:00 AM | 0.5 µg/m³ | 0.4 µg/m³ | 0.7 µg/m³ | Estimated AQI* ≈3 | Good wildfire smoke |
| Sep 10, 2:00 AM | 0.4 µg/m³ | 0.3 µg/m³ | 0.5 µg/m³ | Estimated AQI* ≈2 | Good wildfire smoke |
| Sep 10, 3:00 AM | 0.2 µg/m³ | 0.1 µg/m³ | 0.3 µg/m³ | Estimated AQI* ≈1 | Good wildfire smoke |
| Sep 10, 4:00 AM | 0.2 µg/m³ | 0.1 µg/m³ | 0.2 µg/m³ | Estimated AQI* ≈1 | Good wildfire smoke |
| Sep 10, 5:00 AM | 0.2 µg/m³ | 0.1 µg/m³ | 0.3 µg/m³ | Estimated AQI* ≈1 | Good wildfire smoke |
| Sep 10, 6:00 AM | 0.3 µg/m³ | 0.2 µg/m³ | 0.4 µg/m³ | Estimated AQI* ≈2 | Good wildfire smoke |
| Sep 10, 7:00 AM | 0.3 µg/m³ | 0.2 µg/m³ | 0.4 µg/m³ | Estimated AQI* ≈2 | Good wildfire smoke |
| Sep 10, 8:00 AM | 0.2 µg/m³ | 0.2 µg/m³ | 0.3 µg/m³ | Estimated AQI* ≈1 | Good wildfire smoke |
| Sep 10, 9:00 AM | 0.2 µg/m³ | 0.1 µg/m³ | 0.3 µg/m³ | Estimated AQI* ≈1 | Good wildfire smoke |
| Sep 10, 10:00 AM | 0.2 µg/m³ | 0.1 µg/m³ | 0.3 µg/m³ | Estimated AQI* ≈1 | Good wildfire smoke |
| Sep 10, 11:00 AM | 0.2 µg/m³ | 0.1 µg/m³ | 0.2 µg/m³ | Estimated AQI* ≈1 | Good wildfire smoke |
| Sep 10, 12:00 PM | 0.1 µg/m³ | 0.1 µg/m³ | 0.2 µg/m³ | Estimated AQI* ≈1 | Good wildfire smoke |
| Sep 10, 1:00 PM | 0.1 µg/m³ | 0 µg/m³ | 0.2 µg/m³ | Estimated AQI* ≈1 | Good wildfire smoke |
| Sep 10, 2:00 PM | 0.1 µg/m³ | 0 µg/m³ | 0.2 µg/m³ | Estimated AQI* ≈1 | Good wildfire smoke |
| Sep 10, 3:00 PM | 0.1 µg/m³ | 0 µg/m³ | 0.1 µg/m³ | Estimated AQI* ≈1 | Good wildfire smoke |
| Sep 10, 4:00 PM | 0.1 µg/m³ | 0 µg/m³ | 0.1 µg/m³ | Estimated AQI* ≈1 | Good wildfire smoke |
| Sep 10, 5:00 PM | 0.1 µg/m³ | 0 µg/m³ | 0.1 µg/m³ | Estimated AQI* ≈1 | Good wildfire smoke |
| Sep 10, 6:00 PM | 0 µg/m³ | 0 µg/m³ | 0.1 µg/m³ | Estimated AQI* ≈0 | Good wildfire smoke |
* Estimated AQI is an equivalent interpretation of forecast wildfire-smoke PM2.5 only; it is not an observed or official AQI reading. HRRR forecasts near-ground smoke; district values are area-weighted, conditions vary by location, and other pollution sources are not included.
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