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Texas Campfire Rules (2026)

Conditional: Campfires are generally allowed on private land, but county burn bans during drought can restrict or prohibit them.

ConditionalVerified Jun 18, 2026

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Campfires are generally allowed on private land, but county burn bans during drought can restrict or prohibit them. State parks set their own fire rules. Always confirm whether the county is under a burn ban before any outdoor fire.

Official source: tfsweb.tamu.edu →

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Campfire Rules in states bordering Texas

The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.

ArkansasConditional
Campfires are allowed when no county burn ban is active. During a burn ban, all outside burning—including campfires—is prohibited within that county for the ban period or until the county judge lifts it.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: portal.arkansas.gov · Full Arkansas rule →
LouisianaPermitted
Barbecue grills, fire pits and small campfires for brief recreational use are allowed and are generally exempt from LDAF/State Fire Marshal burn bans; check your parish for local restrictions.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: ldaf.la.gov · Full Louisiana rule →
New MexicoConditional
Campfires are permitted when no fire restrictions apply, but statewide/area fire restrictions frequently prohibit campfires, smoking and fireworks during high wildfire danger. Federal, tribal and municipal lands may have separate rules.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: emnrd.nm.gov · Full New Mexico rule →
OklahomaConditional
Campfires and outdoor cooking fires are permitted; use established fire rings and keep fires small. Campfires are prohibited under an active county or Governor's burn ban. Check with park staff in state parks.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: ag.ok.gov · Full Oklahoma rule →

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