Rockingham County, New Hampshire
We could not verify the current status for Rockingham county. This is not a claim that no ban exists. Verify with the county office before burning.
What this means
- Unknown — verify with the county office
Penalties in New Hampshire
Under RSA 227-L:17, VII, kindling a fire without the required permit is a misdemeanor; since the statute does not specify a class, RSA 625:9 presumes Class B (up to $1,200, no jail under RSA 651:2) unless the state elevates it to Class A (up to $2,000, up to 1 year) — which willfully or recklessly endangering woodland can trigger, and can rise to a felony if committed by a business rather than an individual.
Classification: Misdemeanor (Class B by default) · Maximum fine: up to $1,200 (Class B); up to $2,000 and 1 year in jail if elevated to Class A
Recent status history
- Aug 13, 2026 — Unconfirmed
Sources & audit log
| Checked | Source | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 2026 | NH Division of Forests and Lands ↗ | source not verifiable |
Neighbouring counties
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Limits of this information
burnbanradar reads public burn-ban orders as published by NH Division of Forests and Lands and reports them unchanged. Cities and municipalities within Rockingham county may impose stricter rules than the county order. Water districts and state forestry rules may add further restrictions. When an order is ambiguous or the source cannot be reached, we show Unconfirmed instead of guessing a status. The county's own posted order governs.
Common questions
Is Rockingham county under a burn ban right now?
We could not verify the current status for Rockingham county. This is not a claim that no ban exists — verify with the county office before burning.
What can I still burn in Rockingham county?
Standard open burning is currently permitted, subject to any municipal ordinance in your area. Never leave a fire unattended, and keep water and a shovel nearby.
How do I report an illegal fire in Rockingham county?
Call 911 for any fire that is out of control or threatens property. For a non-emergency burn-ban violation, you can also reach New Hampshire Arson Hotline at 1-800-400-3526 (for reporting suspected arson, strictly confidential; call 911 for an active wildfire), or contact the Rockingham Sheriff's Office.