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South Carolina Campfire Rules (2026)

Conditional: Campfires/recreational fires are allowed but, since 2017 law (H.3719), can be prohibited under a State Forester's Burning Ban.

ConditionalVerified Jun 18, 2026

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Campfires/recreational fires are allowed but, since 2017 law (H.3719), can be prohibited under a State Forester's Burning Ban. Cooking fires and fires in approved enclosures (fire pits, chimineas) are exempt from such bans (SC Code 48-35-55).

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