South Rim, North Rim, and Inner Canyon:
Stage 2 Fire Restrictions
Stage 2 fire restrictions PROHIBIT the following:
- All wood burning and charcoal fires, including campfires, warming fires, and charcoal barbeques are prohibited.
- Exception: The use of liquid petroleum or LPG fueled devices that can be turned on and off, such as stoves, lanterns, or heating devices are allowed if used in an area that is barren or cleared of all flammable materials within 3 feet of the device. This prohibition does not apply to the use of any type of fire for the purposes of lighting charcoal for cooking within the Colorado River corridor shoreline.
- Exception: Operating generators at park residences or at developed campgrounds with an approved spark arresting device in an area that is barren or cleared of all overhead and surrounding flammable materials within 3 feet of the generator.
- Outdoor smoking, except within an enclosed vehicle, or while stopped in an area at least 3 feet in diameter that is barren or cleared of any flammable material.
- Using explosives or any incendiary device; fireworks are always prohibited on public lands.
- Operating internal combustion equipment capable of producing sparks, including chainsaws, weed trimmers, welders, wood splitters, generators, and similar equipment, unless authorized through the park's hot work permit process.
- Parking off any road must be in an area that is barren or cleared of all overhead and surrounding flammable materials within three feet of the vehicle.
These restrictions are being implemented in coordination with multiple agencies. The purpose is to reduce the risk of fire to promote public health and safety and to protect resources during this time. These restrictions will remain in effect until significant precipitation falls and fire danger levels subside.
Visitors should recreate responsibly and use extra caution while recreating on public lands when fire danger is increased. Firefighter and public safety remain the highest priority during wildfire season.
