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South Dakota Campfire Rules (2026)
Conditional: In the Black Hills Forest Fire Protection District a campfire permit is required to use a recreational/ceremonial fire on private land.
In the Black Hills Forest Fire Protection District a campfire permit is required to use a recreational/ceremonial fire on private land. On Black Hills National Forest land, campfires are allowed only in established grates at designated campgrounds; otherwise District Ranger permission is needed.
Official source: wildlandfire.sd.gov →
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