Current Fire Restrictions

Updated August 19, 2026

Great Sand Dunes is Under Stage 1 Fire Restrictions

Campfires are allowed in steel fire rings in developed campsites at Piñon Flats Campground, in established steel barbecues in the picnic area, or in steel fire rings in primitive campsites along the 4WD Medano Pass Primitive Road. All fires must be put out cold before being left unattended. Grills, barbecues, and fires are not allowed outside of these areas. Gas camp stoves and other appliances are allowed.

 

PROHIBITED ACTIVITES

 

No Fires Outside of Developed Recreation Sites

 

No Barbecues or Grills

 

No Fireworks or Other Explosive Devices or Targets

 

No Smoking Except:

• Within an Enclosed Vehicle

• A Developed Recreation Site/Improved site

• While Stopped in an Area at Least Three Teet in Diameter That is Barren of All Flammable Materials

 

PERMITTED ACTIVITES

 

Fires Inside Metal Rings at Developed Recreation Sites

Fires must be OUT COLD before leaving them unattended!

 

Portable Cooking Stoves, Propane Campfires, or Lanterns Using Liquified or Bottled Fuel.