Fire bans and restrictions are implemented as local fire hazards or dangers, weather conditions and fire activity demand, to help to protect the population of, and property and values in, British Columbia.

To view the details on the bans or restrictions in each fire centre click on icons below or see the provincial overview of areas affected by campfire bans. Please note: to view current prohibitions, you will need to select the British Columbia Bans and Prohibition Area as an option from the layers tab.

Please Note: Fire bans and restrictions apply to all public and private land, unless specified otherwise - for example, in a local government bylaw. Please check with local government authorities for any other restrictions before lighting any fire.

Also note that in some Wildlife Management Areas and Conservation Lands in B.C., campfires are NEVER allowed. People who want to find out whether campfires are allowed in the particular site they wish to visit should contact government staff associated with that site. Lists of Wildlife Management Areas and Conservation Lands (including links to maps and staff contact information) are available online at: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/environment/plants-animals-ecosystems/wildlife/wildlife-habitats/conservation-lands/wma/wmas-list

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