Current Fire Activity

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Fire danger is HIGH in Yellowstone. Learn more about what wildland fire danger levels mean.

  • Campfires are only permitted within the fire rings in campgrounds and at some, not all, backcountry campsites.
  • All campfires must be attended at all times and be cold to the touch before abandoning. Soak, stir, feel, and repeat until out cold.
  • For information on current fire restrictions in counties surrounding the park, visit Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming.

2025 Wildfires

Name Reported On Cause Acres Status
Memorial Day May 26 Lightning 0.1 Out
West Gate June 3 Unknown 0.1 Out
Gibbon Picnic June 8 Human 0.1 Out
Riverdance June 9 Human 0.1 Out
Cascade MVA June 20 Human 0.1 Out
Terminal June 25 Human 0.1 Out


Check Park Roads for fire-related road closures and Backcountry Conditions for fire-related trail closures. Additionally, regular recorded updates about fire-related closures are provided by calling (307) 344-7102. Learn more about Fire Management and past fire seasons.

 

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    Last updated: June 27, 2025

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