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North Fork John Day Ranger District Fire Danger & Restrictions
Safety brief
Updated
High fire danger today.
Fire danger is high in the North Fork John Day Ranger District. All campfires and solid-fuel fires are prohibited in both backcountry and developed campgrounds. Propane and gas stoves are allowed if they have an on/off switch and are used with a three-foot clearance from vegetation. Check the latest weather and specific site regulations before your trip.
Restrictions
Campfires and Stoves
Equipment and Work
Shooting and Closures
Backcountry campfiresProhibited
All campfires and solid-fuel fires prohibited in backcountry. Propane/gas stoves allowed with 3-foot clearance and on/off switch.
Exceptions
- Propane/gas/jellied petroleum stoves with on/off switch and 3-foot vegetation clearance
Campground campfiresProhibited
All campfires and solid-fuel fires prohibited in campgrounds and developed sites.
Exceptions
- Propane/gas/jellied petroleum stoves with on/off switch and 3-foot vegetation clearance
Propane fuel and camp stovesRestricted
Propane and gas stoves allowed with on/off switch and 3-foot vegetation clearance on all sides.
Conditions
- On/off switch required
- Minimum 3-foot vegetation clearance on all sides
Welding and grindingProhibited
Acetylene torches and open-flame torches prohibited.
ExplosivesProhibited
Explosives, fireworks, and pyrotechnic devices prohibited.
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Ratings and restrictions 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.
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