Maine burn ban rulesCampfire Rules

Maine Campfire Rules (2026)

Conditional: A small recreational campfire on your own land needs no state permit, but fires over 3 ft high or 3 ft across require a permit.

ConditionalVerified Jun 18, 2026

A small recreational campfire on your own land needs no state permit, but fires over 3 ft high or 3 ft across require a permit. Campfire permits at remote sites come from a local Forest Service office, not the online system; towns may add rules.

Official source: maine.gov

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