Oregon Department of Forestry
Public Use Restrictions During Fire Season
Fire danger levels change throughout the season — always check the current rating before heading out, and follow the restrictions for that day’s level.
Source: Oregon Department of Forestry, transcribed from the official public use restrictions chart
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Moderate
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Extreme
| Activity | Low | Moderate | High | Extreme |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burning of debrisWhether in burn piles or burn barrels | Not allowed anytime | Not allowed anytime | Not allowed anytime | Not allowed anytime |
| Use of tracer ammunition & exploding targets | Not allowed anytime | Not allowed anytime | Not allowed anytime | Not allowed anytime |
| Use of fireworks on ODF-protected forestland | Not allowed anytime | Not allowed anytime | Not allowed anytime | Not allowed anytime |
| Smoking in areas of dry vegetationExcept in vehicles on improved roads, in boats on water, and other designated areas free of vegetation | Not allowed anytime | Not allowed anytime | Not allowed anytime | Not allowed anytime |
| Campfires, charcoal fires, cooking fires & warming firesA shovel and water source is required. Liquified or bottle-fueled camp stoves or fire pits are allowed at all times in cleared areas* | Allowed with landowner’s permission | Allowed only at designated locations | Allowed only at designated locations | Allowed only at designated locations |
| Motor vehiclesIncluding motorcycles & all-terrain — only allowed on improved roads free of flammable vegetation, except for the culture/harvest of agricultural crops | Not restricted | Restricted at all times | Restricted at all times | Restricted at all times |
| Use of electric fence controllersShall be listed by a nationally recognized testing lab or certified by the DCBS, and follow the manufacturer’s instructions | Required at all times | Required at all times | Required at all times | Required at all times |
*Check with local fire authorities, as some restrictions may be more conservative than the statewide chart depending on local conditions.
In an Emergency
If you see a fire in Southern Oregon, call 911 immediately. Do not try to put it out yourself. Always follow current local fire restrictions and check today’s fire danger rating before heading out.