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South Park Ranger District — Moderate fire danger
Elevated conditions where extra care is needed.
Ratings are collected from official source pages and may lag agency updates. Always confirm current fire restrictions, closures, evacuation notices, and emergency guidance with the responsible agency before starting a trip.
Official source · CO fire danger
30-day fire danger history
Recent changes
Last 30 days
Changed from Very High to Moderate on May 18.
Current restrictions
Restrictions
Campfires and Stoves
Backcountry campfiresRestricted
Backcountry campfires prohibited except in cleared areas with approved devices.
Conditions
- Device solely fueled by liquid or gas with on/off control in area barren or cleared of flammable materials within 3 feet
- Fully enclosed metal stove with chimney at least 5 feet and mesh screen spark arrestor (¼ inch or less) in area barren or cleared within 10 feet
Exceptions
- Forest Service Permit FS-7700-48 exempting from this order
- Federal, State, or Local Officers or organized rescue/firefighting service in official duty
Propane fuel and camp stovesRestricted
Propane and gas stoves allowed in cleared areas with shutoff capability.
Conditions
- Device solely fueled by liquid or gas that can be turned on and off
- Used in area barren or cleared of all flammable materials within 3 feet of device
Campground campfiresAllowed
Campground campfires allowed in permanent metal or concrete fire pits installed by Forest Service.
Conditions
- Only in permanent metal or concrete fire pit or grate installed and maintained by U.S. Forest Service at developed recreation sites
Equipment and Work
ExplosivesProhibited
Explosives use prohibited.
Exceptions
- Forest Service Permit FS-7700-48 exempting from this order
- Federal, State, or Local Officers or organized rescue/firefighting service in official duty
Welding and grindingRestricted
Welding and torch work allowed in cleared areas with fire extinguisher.
Conditions
- Cleared area of at least 10 feet in diameter
- Chemical pressurized fire extinguisher with minimum 8 oz. capacity and Class 2A rating kept with operator
Exceptions
- Forest Service Permit FS-7700-48 exempting from this order
- Federal, State, or Local Officers or organized rescue/firefighting service in official duty
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