Fire restrictionsNorth Carolina
National Forests in North Carolina
Campfire and fire-use rules for this area, with each localized order the land manager has published.
Campfires allowed.
AllowedA Forest Service press release dated May 4, 2026 says fire restrictions were lifted across the four National Forests in North Carolina. The Retrieved date is 2026-10-15, and the page shows no later restriction. The listed fire danger ratings are Low and Moderate, which is context only.
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Local fire activity
Small local fire activity nearby, 4.5 mi from this area.
| Fire | Distance | Size | Contained | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX - Stone Mountain | 4.5 mi | — | — | Oct 13 |
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 27
| Where | Fire use | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max Patch Restrictions (camping, fires, animals, aircraft, bicycles) | Jun 17, 2026 to Jun 21, 2029 | National Forests in North Carolina | Max Patch Restrictions- Appalachian Ranger District | Forest Service | |
| Balsam Lake Day Use Area Prohibitions | No campfire | Since Jan 27, 2016 | National Forests in North Carolina | Alerts | Forest Service |
| Balsam Lake Day Use Area Prohibitions (Order 06-03-94) | No campfire | Since Jan 27, 2016 | National Forests in North Carolina | Alerts | Forest Service |
| Balsam Lake Day Use Area fire prohibition | No campfire | Since Jan 27, 2016 | National Forests in North Carolina | Alerts | Forest Service |
| Coweeta Hydrologic Laboratory fire and campstove prohibition | No campfire No gas No alcohol No solid fuel No wood | Since Jan 12, 2016 | National Forests in North Carolina | Alerts | Forest Service |
| Coweeta Hydrological Laboratory Fire Restrictions | No campfire | Since Jan 12, 2016 | National Forests in North Carolina | Alerts | Forest Service |
| Coweeta Hydrological Laboratory Fire Restrictions (Order 11-04-04) | No campfire No gas No alcohol No solid fuel No wood | Since Jan 12, 2016 | National Forests in North Carolina | Alerts | Forest Service |
| Max Patch Restrictions | Since Jun 17, 2026 | National Forests in North Carolina | Alerts | Forest Service | |
| Max Patch Restrictions (Order 08-11-04-26-01) | Since Jun 17, 2026 | National Forests in North Carolina | Alerts | Forest Service | |
| Nantahala River Launch Site Fire Restrictions | No campfire | Since Jan 12, 2016 | National Forests in North Carolina | Alerts | Forest Service |
| Nantahala River Launch Site Fire Restrictions (Order 11-18-09) | No campfire | Since Jan 12, 2016 | National Forests in North Carolina | Alerts | Forest Service |
| Nantahala River Launch Site fire restriction | No campfire | Since Jan 12, 2016 | National Forests in North Carolina | Alerts | Forest Service |
| Roan Mountain Fire Restriction | No campfire | Since Sep 11, 2025 | National Forests in North Carolina | Alerts | Forest Service |
| Roan Mountain Fire Restriction (Order 08-11-08-25-04) | No campfire | Since Sep 11, 2025 | National Forests in North Carolina | Alerts | Forest Service |
| Roan Mountain fire restriction (Helene Closure Order) | No campfire | Since Sep 11, 2025 | National Forests in North Carolina | Alerts | Forest Service |
| Wayah Bald Prohibitions | No campfire | Since Jan 12, 2016 | National Forests in North Carolina | Alerts | Forest Service |
| Wayah Bald Prohibitions (Order 11-03-04) | No campfire No gas No alcohol No solid fuel No wood | Since Jan 12, 2016 | National Forests in North Carolina | Alerts | Forest Service |
| Wayah Bald fire and campstove prohibition | No campfire No gas No alcohol No solid fuel No wood | Since Jan 12, 2016 | National Forests in North Carolina | Alerts | Forest Service |
| Wayehutta ORV Area Prohibitions | No campfire | Since Jan 4, 2016 | National Forests in North Carolina | Alerts | Forest Service |
| Wayehutta ORV Area campfire prohibition | No campfire | Since Jan 4, 2016 | National Forests in North Carolina | Alerts | Forest Service |
| Wayehutta ORV Parking Area Prohibitions (Order 06-01-94) | No campfire | Since Jan 4, 2016 | National Forests in North Carolina | Alerts | Forest Service |
| Whiteside Mountain Recreation Area Prohibitions | No campfire | Since Jan 27, 2016 | National Forests in North Carolina | Alerts | Forest Service |
| Whiteside Mountain Recreation Area Prohibitions (Order 06-04-94) | No campfire | Since Jan 27, 2016 | National Forests in North Carolina | Alerts | Forest Service |
| Whiteside Mountain Recreation Area campfire prohibition | No campfire | Since Jan 27, 2016 | National Forests in North Carolina | Alerts | Forest Service |
| Wilson Lick Ranger Station Prohibitions | No campfire | Since Jan 12, 2016 | National Forests in North Carolina | Alerts | Forest Service |
| Wilson Lick Ranger Station Prohibitions (Order 09-07-04) | No campfire No gas No alcohol No solid fuel No wood | Since Jan 12, 2016 | National Forests in North Carolina | Alerts | Forest Service |
| Wilson Lick Ranger Station fire and camp stove prohibition | No campfire No gas No alcohol No solid fuel No wood | Since Jan 12, 2016 | National Forests in North Carolina | 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.