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Pagosa Ranger District — High fire danger
Fire risk is high and restrictions may already be active.
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 Moderate to High on May 21.
Current restrictions
Restrictions
Campfires and Stoves
Backcountry campfiresProhibited
Backcountry campfires prohibited except in enclosed stoves with chimney and spark arrestor in cleared areas.
Conditions
- Fully enclosed metal stove with chimney at least 5 feet long
- Mesh screen spark arrestor with ¼ inch or smaller openings
- Area barren or cleared of flammable materials within 10 feet
Exceptions
- Persons with FS Permit No. FS-7700-48 exempting them from this order
- Federal, State, or Local Officers in performance of official duty
- Organized rescue or firefighting service in performance of official duty
Propane fuel and camp stovesRestricted
Propane and gas stoves allowed in cleared areas with proper shutoff capability.
Conditions
- Device solely fueled by liquid or gas with on/off capability
- 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/grates at developed recreation sites.
Conditions
- Must be in permanent metal or concrete fire pit or grate
- Must be installed and maintained by U.S. Forest Service
- Located at developed recreation sites (campgrounds and picnic areas)
Equipment and Work
ExplosivesProhibited
Explosives prohibited.
Exceptions
- Persons with FS Permit No. FS-7700-48 exempting them from this order
- Federal, State, or Local Officers in performance of official duty
- Organized rescue or firefighting service in performance of official duty
Welding and grindingRestricted
Welding and torch work allowed in cleared areas with fire extinguisher present.
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
- Persons with FS Permit No. FS-7700-48 exempting them from this order
- Federal, State, or Local Officers in performance of official duty
- Organized rescue or firefighting service in performance of official duty
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