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Wisconsin Campfire Rules (2026)

Conditional: Small campfires for warmth/cooking generally do not require a DNR burning permit, but must be attended, contained, and fully extinguished; local ordinances may apply and county/state-forest or park rules can add restrictions during high fire danger.

ConditionalVerified Jun 18, 2026

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Campfire Rules in states bordering Wisconsin

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

IllinoisPermitted
Campfires and bonfires are allowed on private property or in designated public areas, subject to local ordinance and so long as they do not create a nuisance or pollution problem. Burning of garbage is always prohibited.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: epa.illinois.gov · Full Illinois rule →
IowaPermitted
Recreational fires for cooking, heating, recreation and ceremonies are an exempt use and generally allowed. A countywide burn ban does not prohibit grills, outdoor fireplaces, or permitted supervised burns. Local ordinances may be stricter.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: iowadnr.gov · Full Iowa rule →
MichiganPermitted
Recreational campfires are generally allowed and do not require a DNR burn permit, but must be kept small, contained, attended, and fully extinguished. Local rules may add restrictions and override state rules where more restrictive.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: michigan.gov · Full Michigan rule →
MinnesotaPermitted
Recreational campfires (cooking/warming/ceremonial) no larger than 3ft x 3ft with 5ft of cleared ground around the base do not require a permit and are allowed under permit restrictions, but NOT during a burning ban.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: dnr.state.mn.us · Full Minnesota rule →

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