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.
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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 2 fire restrictions
No fires anywhere — even in developed campgrounds — plus limits on smoking and equipment.
In Stage 2 fire restrictions since 8 a.m. on 30 June 2026; fire danger is rated Very High.
Not allowed
Any fire, campfire, charcoal or wood stove — anywhere, including developed campgrounds
Smoking outdoors, except inside an enclosed vehicle or building
Welding, or using a torch with an open flame
Running a chainsaw or other internal-combustion equipment for work between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m.
Still allowed
Stoves and grills fuelled only by bottled gas (propane/LPG) or liquid petroleum, with an on/off valve
A generator with an approved spark arrester, in a cleared area
A separate Pocket Fire closure order also closes part of the forest from 20 June to 30 September 2026 — that area is off-limits no matter the stage. Check the alerts page before you go.
Tap where you are to see whose rules apply — then confirm the day’s call on their official page.
Rules that apply year-round
A year-round campfire ban already applies in town
Sedona Fire District bans wood and charcoal fires year-round in Sedona, Oak Creek Canyon and West Sedona — regardless of the stage above. Gas appliances with a shut-off valve are the exception.
What each stage means
The stages go from least to most restrictive. An authority can move up or down through the season.
No fire restrictions
No special fire restrictions are in effect — normal fire-safety rules still apply.
Still allowed
Fires where they are otherwise permitted — always fully out before you leave: drown it, stir it, and feel for heat
Stage 1 fire restrictions
No open fires or charcoal — gas stoves and grills are still allowed.
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
Stoves and grills fuelled only by bottled gas (propane/LPG) or liquid petroleum, with an on/off valve
On national-forest land only: a campfire in a Forest Service metal ring at a designated developed campground
Stage 2 fire restrictions
No fires anywhere — even in developed campgrounds — plus limits on smoking and equipment.
Not allowed
Any fire, campfire, charcoal or wood stove — anywhere, including developed campgrounds
Smoking outdoors, except inside an enclosed vehicle or building
A weather call can be layered on top
A Red Flag Warning or extreme fire weather can be declared on top of any stage when conditions are dangerous — that is the National Weather Service's live call, not a stage. Sedona's "Any Weather Alerts Right Now?" tool carries those alerts.