Forest Service Lifts Enhanced Campfire Restrictions at Lake Tahoe

Year-Round Fire Restrictions Remain in Effect

Press Release- Pacific Southwest Region Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit

Public Affairs Specialist: Lisa Herron (530) 721-3898 lisa.herron@usda.gov   

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif., Nov. 18, 2024 – Effective today, Nov. 18, 2024, enhanced campfire restrictions are lifted on National Forest Lands in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Year-Round Campfire Restrictions remain in effect.

Under Year-Round Campfire Restrictions, campfires (wood, charcoal or any other solid fuels) are only permitted within permanent metal rings and grills in open, designated areas listed in Exhibit A of Forest Order No. 19-24-04.

Unless restricted, portable propane stoves with on/off valves are permitted with a valid permit.

For residential burning on private property regulated by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), visit CAL FIRE Burn Permits or contact your local fire district.

View more information about USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit Fire Restrictions.