West Virginia burn ban rulesCampfire Rules

West Virginia Campfire Rules (2026)

Conditional: Small fires for cooking, light or warmth are exempt from the daytime ban if all grass/brush/debris is cleared 10 ft around the fire and the fire is attended until fully extinguished.

ConditionalVerified Jun 18, 2026

Small fires for cooking, light or warmth are exempt from the daytime ban if all grass/brush/debris is cleared 10 ft around the fire and the fire is attended until fully extinguished. Larger debris fires follow the seasonal 5 PM–7 AM hour restrictions.

Official source: wvforestry.com

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