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Smokey Bear 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 · NM fire danger
30-day fire danger history
Recent changes
Last 30 days
Stable at High since May 8.
Current restrictions
Restrictions
Campfires and Stoves
Backcountry campfiresRestricted
Campfires prohibited outside Forest Service fire structures in designated areas.
Conditions
- Must use Forest Service-provided fire structure
- Only in designated areas per Exhibit B
Exceptions
- Special Use Authorization holders with permitted fire structures
- Pressurized liquid petroleum/LPG stoves in cleared areas (3 ft radius)
Campground campfiresRestricted
Campfires allowed in designated campgrounds with Forest Service fire structures.
Conditions
- Must use Forest Service-provided fire structure
- Only in designated areas
Exceptions
- Pressurized liquid petroleum/LPG stoves in cleared areas (3 ft radius)
Propane fuel and camp stovesRestricted
Propane and LPG stoves allowed in cleared areas.
Conditions
- Area must be barren or cleared of all overhead and surrounding flammable materials within 3 feet
Equipment and Work
ExplosivesProhibited
Fireworks and explosives prohibited.
Exceptions
- Federal, State, Local Officers and emergency responders in official duty
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