Fire Regulations

Fire Restrictions

With extreme temperatures and dry conditions, on June 10th, 2026, Mojave National Preserve instituted no open fire restrictions within the preserve. Any fires including campfires, charcoal grills, smoking within 10 feet of vegetation and as always fireworks are prohibited within the preserve. Controlled flame devices such as portable stoves, lanterns and gas grills with shut off valves using gas, jellied petroleum or pressured fuel are allowed. Please help us to protect our valued resources, plants and wildlife. Fire Restriction Official Order

 

When not in fire restriction the following regulations apply

 

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Please check the National Weather Service forecast for high wind warnings and/or red flag warnings. Wood and charcoal fires are prohibited at Mojave National Preserve during these hazardous conditions.

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Fire Regulations

When not under fire restrictions the following regulations apply:

• Fires are allowed only in preexisting fire rings and containers. Do not make new fire rings.

• Collecting firewood and kindling in the preserve are prohibited. Bring your own firewood.

• Fires need to be put out cold before leaving your campsite.

• Do not leave any fire unattended.

• A fire may be ignited and maintained only by using fuel sources designed and commonly used for warmth or the preparation of food, such as charcoal briquettes or natural firewood.

• Lighting or maintaining a fire with other materials including, but not limited to, flammable liquids, garbage, fireworks, plastics, aerosol canisters, batteries, or other manufactured or synthetic materials, is prohibited.

• No fires may be lit during windy conditions in Mojave National Preserve.

• Additional regulations apply; contact the park if additional information or clarification is needed.

For more details, see Superintendent's Compendium