Koochiching and the northern portion of St. Louis counties begin Burning Restrictions on Friday, October 11
Fire danger has increased in northeastern Minnesota. To help ensure public safety and protect natural resources, burning restrictions will begin on Friday, Oct. 11 at 12:01 a.m. for Koochiching and the northern portion of St. Louis* counties. These restrictions apply to non-Tribal lands in the affected area.
The same restrictions remain in effect for Cook and Lake counties.
These restrictions apply to non-Tribal, state lands in the affected area:
- Burning permits will not be issued for brush or yard waste.
- Campfires are allowed only in an established fire ring associated with a home, campground, or resort. No campfires are allowed for dispersed, remote, backpacking, or backcountry camping.
- No fireworks may be ignited on any public or private land outside city limits (check with your local community for any additional restrictions).
The burning restrictionswill remain in effect until terminated by the DNR Commissioner when weather and environmental conditions indicate a reduction in fire danger.
The DNR will continue to monitor conditions and adjust county-specific burning restrictions as necessary. The health and safety of people and firefighters is paramount. If you do spot a wildfire, call 911 from a safe location.
*Note: The northern part of St. Louis is a line from Silica to Central Lakes to Brimson with the exact line being the township line between T55N and T56N.
Check current information at statewide fire danger and burning restrictions webpage.
 A map showing the areas with elevated burning restrictions on non-Tribal, state lands.
State Forests with Restricted Campfires for Dispersed Camping
- Bear Island State Forest (Lake, St. Louis)
- Burntside State Forest (St. Louis)
- Cloquet Valley State Forest (only in Lake County areas)
- Finland State Forest (Cook, Lake, St. Louis)
- George Washington State Forest (Koochiching and St. Louis portions only)
- Grand Portage State Forest (Cook)
- Insula Lake State Forest (Lake)
- Kabetogama State Forest (Koochiching, St. Louis)
- Koochiching State Forest (Koochiching and St. Louis portions only)
- Lake Isabela State Forest (Lake)
- Lake Jeanette State Forest (St. Louis)
- Pat Bayle State Forest (Cook)
- Pine Island State Forest (St. Louis)
Do Your Part
Fire prevention is a shared responsibility - over 90% of wildfires are caused by humans. One unintentional spark in these conditions could result in thousands of charred acres and property damage. The public plays a key role in preventing wildfires.
- Check current fire danger conditions at theDNR statewide fire danger and burning restrictions map before you light a match. Conditions can and do change rapidly.
- Campfires are discouraged. If you have a campfire in an approved location, please be extra cautious. Always attend your campfire and make sure it is out COLD before you leave. Drown, stir, and repeat until it’s no longer hot.
- Be careful with any equipment or outdoor activities that could produce heat or a spark. Hot exhaust pipes on ATVs, low-hanging trailer chains, and lawn equipment can easily ignite dry grass and shrubs.
- If you spot a wildfire, get to a safe location and call 911. Do not attempt to stop the fire yourself, allow professional firefighters to respond. Wildfires are unpredictable and dangerous.
These restrictions correspond with burning restrictions in the Tribal nations of Boise Forte Band of Chippewa and Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa.
In addition, the U.S. Forest Service has restricted all campfires in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and Superior National Forest.
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