Fire restrictionsCalifornia

Stanislaus National Forest

Campfire and fire-use rules for this area, with each localized order the land manager has published.

Campfires only in developed sites.

Developed sites

Forest Order STF-16-2026-12 is in effect July 17 to December 31, 2026 and applies only within the High Fire Hazard Area, not forest-wide. Within that area, fires and campfires are prohibited except in the Developed Recreation Sites listed in Exhibit C. A California Campfire Permit holder may use a portable gas, jellied petroleum, or pressurized liquid fuel stove there.

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Active wildfire

Active wildfire nearby, 7.2 mi from this area.

Fire Distance Size Contained Discovered
Dome 1 Miles N from Wawona, CA 7.2 mi 6,788 ac 95% Sep 15

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.

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Fire restrictions · California

Stanislaus National Forest

Campfires only in developed sites.

Developed sites

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Shapes are approximate planning aids, not legal boundaries.

Current orders 3

Where Fire use Dates Source
Temporary Fire Restrictions High Hazard Area High Fire Hazard Area of the Stanislaus National Forest, as shown on Exhibit A and described in Exhibit B Campfire in developed sites Gas in developed sites Jul 17, 2026 to Dec 31, 2026 Stanislaus National Forest | Temporary Fire Restrictions High Hazard Area Stanislaus National Forest | Forest Service
Temporary Moderate Hazard Fire Restrictions (STF-16-2026-11) Moderate Fire Hazard Area of the Stanislaus National Forest, as shown on Exhibit A and described in Exhibit B Campfire in developed sites Jul 17, 2026 to Dec 31, 2026 Stanislaus National Forest | Temporary Moderate Hazard Fire Restrictions Stanislaus National Forest | Forest Service
Cherry Lake Camping Restrictions National Forest Lands at, below, or within 100 feet above the Cherry Lake high water mark (4702 feet elevation), and the island within Cherry Lake No campfire Since Jan 27, 2025 Stanislaus National Forest | 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.