Hot Springs County, Wyoming
Partial restrictions apply in Hot Springs: burning is permitted only with a permit or within specific exceptions.
What this means
- Small cooking fires (grill, camp stove)
Penalties in Wyoming
Under W.S. 35-9-304, entering or using a closed or restricted area in violation of a county's fire closure order is a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of not more than $100, imprisonment in county jail for not more than 30 days, or both.
Classification: Misdemeanor · Maximum fine: up to $100, up to 30 days in county jail, or both
Recent status history
- Jul 8, 2026 — Partial Restrictions
Sources & audit log
| Checked | Source | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 2026 | Wyoming State Forestry Division ↗ | status: Partial Restrictions |
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Still legal during a ban
None of these are a way around Hot Springs county's restriction — they're what stays legal regardless of it: contained burning, screened fire pits, and basic fire safety gear. Always confirm locally before burning anything.
Contained burn barrels
A lidded, spark-arrestor barrel keeps debris burning contained rather than as open burning — check your county's rules, since some bans cover any outdoor fire regardless of containment.
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Most burn bans target open debris burning, not a screened recreational fire pit — but always confirm locally, since some restrictions cover any outdoor flame.
Fire extinguishers
Always worth having on hand near any permitted fire, ban or no ban.
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Limits of this information
burnbanradar reads public burn-ban orders as published by Wyoming State Forestry Division and reports them unchanged. Cities and municipalities within Hot Springs 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 Hot Springs county under a burn ban right now?
Partial restrictions apply. Wyoming's statewide rule limits when and where you can burn today. See the "What this means" module above for the specifics.
What can I still burn in Hot Springs 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 Hot Springs county?
Call 911 for any fire that is out of control or threatens property. For non-emergency violations of a burn-ban order, contact the Hot Springs Sheriff's Office or fire marshal.