The National Forest Service lifted fire restrictions in the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest Thursday.
Thanks to recent rainfall in the region reducing the risk of wildfire, Stage I fire restrictions in the Uintas have been lifted. According to the Forest Service, visitors will now be allowed to have campfires and charcoal fires in developed recreation sites and undeveloped areas.
Following the state's action, Summit County and Park City lifted their restrictions as well. Park City Fire Marshal Mike Owens says the lifting of local restrictions doesn't signal major change - people still need permits for bonfires, for example. But they can now make fires in fire pits without extra reinforcements, though he said that's not recommended.
The Forest Service says visitors should continue to recreate responsibly and be sure to completely extinguish fires after use.
Fireworks, tracer ammunition, or other incendiary devices on federal lands are always prohibited.
In preparation for Labor Day weekend, the Forest Service expects campgrounds to fill rapidly. Most campgrounds in the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest are first-come-first-served, but reservations can be made online here or by calling 877-444-6777.
Forest visitors should be prepared with an alternate plan if their preferred campground, picnic area, or trailhead is full.
Off-highway vehicles like ATVs and UTVs are only allowed on permitted trails. OHV trails can be found on the Forest Service’s Motor Vehicle Use Maps.
