2022 Campfire Ban Lifted at Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area  

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Published: Thursday, 20 October 2022 18:44

Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area News Release

Starting October 21, campfires will be allowed in established fire rings in campgrounds and day-use areas and on lakeshores below the high-water mark throughout Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area. Charcoal grills will also be allowed at this time.

Please remember that regulations require beach campfires must be less than three feet in diameter and must be at least ten feet from the nearest beach logs, structure, or vegetation. In addition, do not use or create rock rings for beach fires or dig pits for fires. Fires must be attended at all times and completely extinguished with water before you go to bed or leave your campsite. It is also illegal to burn chemically treated wood, painted wood, wood with staples as well as household garbage including plastic and cans.

For more information, check the Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area website at www.nps.gov/laro.