Fire Restrictions Lifted on Six Rivers National Forest

Haypress Meadow [Photo from Six Rivers National Forest]

Fire restrictions across the Six Rivers National Forest will end on Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. Beginning Thursday, forest visitors in possession of a valid California Campfire Permit may have open campfires and camp stoves anywhere on the forest including designated wilderness areas, dispersed campsites, and in developed recreation sites, including campgrounds.

Campfire Permits are free and are available at all U.S. Forest Service, BLM, or CAL FIRE offices, or online at www.readyforwildfire.org.

“Increased humidity and precipitation have reduced the threat of extreme fire danger throughout the area,” said Six Rivers Fire Chief Josh Eichamer. “However, we want to make sure everyone remains vigilant when it comes to fire safety and preventing wildfires. Continue to stay alert and drown your campfires.”

Fireworks are never allowed on public lands. Fire officials also want to remind visitors to take care with firearms. Recreational shooting has caused large fires in the past.

Please follow campfire best practices:

• Clear all flammable material away from the fire at a minimum of five feet in all directions.
• Make a fire only if you have a shovel and sufficient water to put it out.
• Never leave your campfire unattended.
• Never build a campfire on a windy day.
• Make sure your campfire is completely out. Drown it with water and stir with dirt, making sure all burned materials are extinguished. Feel with your hand to make sure it’s out cold.

Six Rivers National Forest would like to encourage residents and visitors to go explore our beautiful forest and take advantage of the natural resources the land has to offer.  Stay safe, stay vigilant and go explore the outdoors.