Fire restrictionsColorado
Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests
Campfire and fire-use rules for this area, with each localized order the land manager has published.
Campfires allowed.
AllowedA forest-wide GMUG Stage 1 Fire Restrictions order was terminated effective 9/3/26, so no forest-wide fire restriction is shown as in effect on the 2026-10-15 retrieval date. Localized camping and fire orders for Mount Sneffels Wilderness, Crested Butte Area and Tincup remain listed, but the supplied text does not state their campfire rules.
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Active wildfire
An active wildfire is mapped inside this area.
| Fire | Distance | Size | Contained | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Mountain | Inside | 39,747 ac | 92% | Jun 27 |
| High Mesa Piles RX | Inside | 324 ac | — | Oct 13 |
| Transfer Rd RX | Inside | 139 ac | — | Sep 2 |
| Dry Creek | 7.8 mi | 316 ac | 100% | Jun 23 |
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 2
| Where | Fire use | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crested Butte Area Camping and Fire Prohibitions | Since Jun 14, 2022 | Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests | Alerts | Forest Service | |
| Mount Sneffels Wilderness Occupancy and Use | Since Jun 1, 2026 | Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests | 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.