News Release

Fire restrictions lifted in southeast Utah parks

News Release Date: September 12, 2025

Contact: SEUG Public Affairs, 435-260-0713

MOAB, Utah—Due to recent notable rainfall and higher humidity across the region, the fire danger has moderated across southeastern Utah. As of midnight tonight, September 13, 2025, fire restrictions will be lifted in parks of the Southeast Utah Group (Arches and Canyonlands national parks, Hovenweep and Natural Bridges national monuments). 

Fire managers are grateful for public cooperation in adhering to this year’s fire restrictions. Southeastern Utah is still in drought conditions, so continue to take precautions and practice fire safety all year long. 

Remember:

• Hot exhaust pipes and sparks from vehicles or campfires can start wildfires. These fires are easily preventable. 
• Please carry a shovel, water, a bucket or a fire extinguisher when working or camping on public lands. 
• Always drown and stir campfires to ensure they are completely out before leaving camp. 
• Keep vehicles in good working order, stay on designated roads and trails to avoid igniting dry vegetation with hot exhaust, and keep all chains and straps secured so they don’t drag on the ground and cause sparks. 

For more information on preventing unwanted human caused wildfires, agency-specific restrictions, and reference maps, visit www.utahfiresense.org, www.utahfireinfo.gov or follow @UtahWildfire on X (formerly Twitter).