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Moderate fire danger in Yellowstone

Fire danger sign at moderate.
NPS / Jacob W. Frank
Fire danger sign at moderate.

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK (KIFI) - The parkwide fire danger level for Yellowstone National Park is now moderate. 

Currently, there are no active wildland fires in the park. 

Currently, there are no fire restrictions in place or planned in the park.

Campfires are only permitted within established fire rings in campgrounds and some backcountry campsites.   

Campfires must always be attended and cold to the touch before abandoning. Soak, stir, feel, repeat.

The Greater Yellowstone area is a fire-adapted ecosystem. Fire plays an important role in maintaining the health of this area’s wildlife habitat and vegetation.  

Stay informed about current fire activity in Yellowstone. 

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