Fire restrictions help prevent unwanted wildfires. Because wildfires are dangerous, there are Stage 1 Fire Restrictions and Stage 2 Fire Restrictions. Consequently, these restrictions define what activities are permitted or prohibited. Use our Fire Restrictions Finder map to know before you go!
Fire restrictions are set using statewide-approved guidelines. The guidelines follow criteria set in the interagency 2023 Idaho Fire Restrictions Plan.
When fire restrictions are in place, following them is required by law.
IDL also issues free burn permits. Burn permits are required under Idaho law for any burning, excluding campfires, outside city limits from May 10 through October 20.
Finding Fire Restrictions
The map shows the current fire restrictions that are in place. Because restrictions can change as fire danger worsens or improves, check back often for updates.
Zoom into the map to find restriction areas and boundaries. Fire restrictions have not yet been implemented in green areas. Yellow areas are in Stage 1 Fire Restrictions. Red areas are in Stage 2 Fire Restrictions. You can also click on an area in the map and see any fire restrictions in the dialog box.
Our FAQ pages answer many of the most common questions about fire restrictions.
