Shasta-Trinity National Forest will lift fire restrictions at midnight on Thursday.

Beginning Sept. 28, forest visitors may once again have open campfires outside of developed campgrounds, providing they are in possession of a valid California campfire permit.

“The cooler fall temperatures, longer nights and higher humidity have reduced the threat of extreme fire danger experienced during the hot and dry summer months,” said Forest Supervisor Sharon Heywood.

Heywood cautions forest visitors to continue to be careful with campfires, as the forest vegetation remains relatively dry in many areas. Historically, the forest has experienced wildfires as a result of campfires not completely extinguished.

California campfire permits can be obtained prior to visiting the forest. These permits are available to visitors at no charge from any national forest, Bureau of Land Management or CalFire office.

Terms of the California campfire permit include:

  • Clear all flammable material away from the fire for a minimum of five feet in all directions to prevent escape of the fire.
  • Have a shovel available at the campfire site for preparing and extinguishing campfires.
  • Have a responsible person in attendance at all times.
  • Extinguish the campfire with water, using the drown, stir and check method.

The California Department of Forestry’s dooryard/residential burning suspension remains in effect.

For more information, phone Fuels Management/Fire Prevention Officer Julie Titus at 530-926-9666.