Campire/charcoal ban
The Burn Ban is lifted as of November 3, 2026. Enjoy your campfires and charcoal BBQs responsibly.
Interested in residential pile burning? Get your burn permit here > https://www.truckeefire.org/burn-permit-1
The burn ban is in effect during the Cal Fire burn suspension each year. Typically June-November each year.
Supported by local HOAs, Town of Truckee, County Ordinance, Regional Fire Chiefs, and Cal Fire.
Truckee Fire District has experienced a number of escaped fires caused by improper charcoal ash disposal and campfires.
ESCAPED CAMPFIRES ARE THE MOST PREVENTABLE HUMAN CAUSED FIRES IN OUR AREA!
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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
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Residential campfires/bonfires that burn anything other than gas. BBQ’s that burn solid fuel like charcoal briquettes, wood or lump charcoal including the Big Green Egg type.
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Outdoor gas devices including gas fire pits, gas BBQ’s, pellet burning devices.
All indoor fireplaces, including wood and pellet-burning stoves and fireplaces.
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Designated state and federal campgrounds/day-use picnic areas, private campgrounds and community picnic areas with a valid permit, outdoor special event/commercial cooking operations with a valid permit.
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Yes, typically starting in the month of June and ending after we receive significant moisture, usually in November or as determined by Truckee Fire Protection District.
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No. Briquette-fueled smokers are not allowed during the burn ban because they use charcoal briquettes, which can remain hot after use and create a fire risk if not disposed of properly.
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Yes. Pellet-fueled BBQs and smokers are allowed during the burn ban because the fuel is consumed to ash and does not leave behind hot charcoal or briquettes that could pose a disposal risk.
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No. Adding wood chips or shavings creates a risk of incomplete combustion and improper disposal of hot material, which could start a wildfire.
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No, with over 15,000 residential structures in the district, there is no logistical/financial way to inspect, issue, or enforce permits of that magnitude.
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Yes, these operations will be inspected for safe practices and issued a permit with specific operating guidelines. For permits, please visit our special events page.
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Yes. ALL open flames are restricted during Red Flag days. No outdoor cooking, heating, or candles/torches!