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Watauga Ranger District — Low fire danger
Lower fire danger with normal caution still recommended.
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 · TN fire danger
30-day fire danger history
Recent changes
Last 30 days
Stable at Low since May 29.
Current restrictions
Restrictions
Campfires and Stoves
Backcountry campfiresProhibited
Campfires prohibited in Roan Mountain area
Campground campfiresProhibited
Campfires prohibited in Roan Mountain area
Propane fuel and camp stovesProhibited
Stove fires prohibited in Roan Mountain area
Equipment and Work
ExplosivesProhibited
Fireworks and pyrotechnic devices prohibited
Shooting and Closures
Forest closures and access limitsAllowed
Roan Mountain area subject to fire restrictions; Appalachian Trail access continues
Conditions
- Restrictions apply to Roan Mountain area as shown on attached map
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