Recreational Camp/Cook Fires

Recreational Fires -- are small fires, no larger than 3 feet in diameter and 2 feet in height, such as campfires and cooking fires, using only these approved fuels:

• seasoned (clean and dry) firewood
• charcoal briquettes
• natural gas
• propane 

Fires used for debris disposal (even if it's natural debris from your yard and garden) are not considered recreational fires.

Backyard barbecues, chimneas and other patio/deck warmers, are considered recreational fires, and are also allowed year-round, except during a burn ban.  Spokane Clean Air may issue a burn ban  based on air quality conditions.  Other entities may issue burn bans based on fire danger.

Recreational fires must be attended at all times and a method for extinguishing them available at all fires.  Buckets, shovels, garden hoses or a fire extinguisher.

Approved campfires at designated places in parks and campgrounds are also allowed. Fires must be no larger than 3 feet in diameter and must be attended at all times.  Be sure to check with your local fire district for fire danger restrictions.

Click here to download a fact sheet on Recreational Fires, that provides more details.

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