Skagit County Burn Ban Modified for Recreational Fires

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  Skagit County modified its burn ban to permit recreational fires in unincorporated areas as of September 1, 2026“Skagit County burn ban modified to allow recreational fires. Due to increased moisture levels, recreational fires are now permitted within the unincorporated areas of Skagit County.”
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  The modification was due to increased moisture levels“Due to increased moisture levels, recreational fires are now permitted within the unincorporated areas of Skagit County.”
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  Recreational fires must follow specific safety guidelines“Fires are allowed only within enclosures AT LEAST 14 inches high, no wider than 3 feet, and constructed of cement blocks, stones, or #10-gauge steel. Burning materials must be kept BELOW the enclosure's top. ALWAYS have a charged garden hose or two 5-gallon buckets of water available. Portable outdoor fire pits shall not be operated within 15 feet of a structure or of combustible materials. Recreational fires MUST BE 25 feet away from combustibles, standing timber, or overhanging tree branches. Someone 16 years old or older must ALWAYS be present to monitor and/or extinguish any fire.”
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  The safety guidelines include using enclosures at least 14 inches high“Fires are allowed only within enclosures AT LEAST 14 inches high, no wider than 3 feet, and constructed of cement blocks, stones, or #10-gauge steel.”
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  Materials must be kept below the enclosure top“Burning materials must be kept BELOW the enclosure's top.”
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  Water or a hose must be available for recreational fires“ALWAYS have a charged garden hose or two 5-gallon buckets of water available.”
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  The statewide ban on burning residential yard debris and land clearing remains in effect until September 30, 2026“Pursuant to the Governor’s Proclamation, the statewide ban on burning residential yard debris and land clearing remains in effect until September 30, 2026.”
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  Residents should check with their local fire department for city-specific restrictions“If you live in an incorporated city or town, check with your fire department about the latest burn restrictions.”
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  Residents should verify no additional restrictions apply before starting any outdoor fire“Always check for any additional burning restrictions before starting an outdoor fire.”