What Fire Restrictions Are in Effect?
Fire restrictions around Sedona are set by two authorities — the national forest and the Sedona Fire District — and they can differ. See what stage each is in now, what it means, and where to confirm today's call.
Two different authorities set fire rules around Sedona, and they can be at different stages at the same time. Which rules apply to you depends on whose land you are standing on. Here is where each stands right now — always confirm the day's call on the official page.
Right now
Coconino National Forest (Red Rock Ranger District)
On the trails, in Oak Creek Canyon and on national-forest land around Sedona
Stage 1 fire restrictions
No open fires or charcoal — gas stoves and grills are still allowed.
In Stage 1 fire restrictions since 8 a.m. on 21 May 2026.
Not allowed
- Building, lighting, maintaining or using a fire, campfire, charcoal or briquettes
- Smoking outdoors, except inside an enclosed vehicle or building, at a developed recreation site, or in a cleared area at least 3 feet across
Still allowed