Fire restrictionsSouth Carolina
Congaree National Park
Campfire and fire-use rules for this area, with each localized order the land manager has published.
Campfires only in developed sites.
Developed sitesThe May 2026 Superintendent's Compendium (approved 27 May 2026) states that fires in the park are prohibited except in designated developed locations: fire rings at designated campsites, permanent grills at the Picnic Shelter, and portable grills at Longleaf and Bluff campgrounds and the picnic area. Fires must be contained, fuel is limited to charcoal briquettes or natural firewood, and fires must be extinguished without soil or sand. Backpacking stoves or contained cooking units with closed fuel sources are permitted in the backcountry regardless of wilderness designation.
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Active wildfire
An active wildfire is mapped inside this area.
| Fire | Distance | Size | Contained | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harry Hampton East CSP RX | Inside | 212 ac | — | Jun 10 |
| Rcw Rx Csp | Inside | 243 ac | — | Jun 10 |
Fire data updates at 8 AM and 8 PM Pacific time. Fire locations are planning context, not an evacuation or safety tool. Follow official emergency alerts and closures.
Map
- Localized restriction
Shapes are approximate planning aids, not legal boundaries.
Current orders 0
No current localized orders.
Standing rules 2
| Where | Fire use | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Backcountry open fires prohibited | No campfire | Permanent | Backcountry Camping - Congaree National Park (U.S. National Park Service) |
| Fires allowed only in designated developed-site containers | Campfire in developed sites Charcoal in developed sites | Permanent | Superintendent's Compendium - Congaree National Park (U.S. National Park Service) |
Before you go
We track each forest's orders and alerts. Every rule links to its source. Rules change fast in fire season, so check with the forest before your trip. Posted signs and official orders always win.