Fire restrictionsNorth Dakota
Dakota Prairie Grasslands
Campfire and fire-use rules for this area, with each localized order the land manager has published.
No campfires.
FullForest order 01-18-00-26-08 prohibits building, maintaining, attending, or using a fire, campfire, or stove fire on National Forest System lands in Billings, Golden Valley, McKenzie, and Slope Counties, effective 2:00 p.m. CT September 4, 2026 through December 31, 2026, unless earlier rescinded. The order's only listed exemption allows stoves or grills solely fueled by liquid petroleum or LPG that can be turned on and off, used on barren or cleared ground with water or firefighting equipment available. No developed-site exemption for campfires appears in the text.
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Local fire activity
Small local fire activity nearby, 5.2 mi from this area.
| Fire | Distance | Size | Contained | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bear | 5.2 mi | 10 ac | — | Sep 1 |
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
- Area-wide restriction
- Localized restriction
Shapes are approximate planning aids, not legal boundaries.
Current orders 6
| Where | Fire use | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand River National Grasslands Fire Restrictions Order 01-18-00-26-05 | Jul 24, 2026 to Dec 31, 2026 | Dakota Prairie Grasslands | Alerts | Forest Service | |
| Grand River and Cedar River National Grasslands Fire Restrictions Order 01-18-00-26-05 | Jul 24, 2026 to Dec 31, 2026 | Dakota Prairie Grasslands | Alerts | Forest Service | |
| Little Missouri National Grassland - Fire Restriction Order 01-18-00-26-08 | Sep 4, 2026 to Dec 31, 2026 | Dakota Prairie Grasslands | Alerts | Forest Service | |
| Little Missouri National Grassland Fire Restriction Order 01-18-00-26-08 | Sep 4, 2026 to Dec 31, 2026 | Dakota Prairie Grasslands | Alerts | Forest Service | |
| Little Missouri National Grassland Fire Closure Order 01-18-00-26-02 | No campfire Gas allowed | Since Jun 26, 2026 | Dakota Prairie Grasslands | Alerts | Forest Service |
| Little Missouri National Grassland Fire Closure Order 01-18-00-26-02 | No campfire Gas allowed | Since Jun 26, 2026 | Dakota Prairie Grasslands | Alerts | Forest Service |
Standing rules 0
No standing localized rules.
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.