​Where to get a burn permit

Burn permits are usually required from May 1st to the end of fire season. However, some years the Lassen-Modoc CAL FIRE Unit requires them earlier.

Permits are available online
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Burn day status

• Year round you are required to see if it is a permissible burn day before you burn
• Visit this website: Northern Sierra Air Quality Management District or call:
• Eastern Sierra County: (530) 994-3561
• Portola: (530) 832-4528
• Quincy: (530) 283-3602
• Greenville: (530) 284-6520
• Chester: (530) 274-7928

 
Campfire Permits

You must have a California Campfire Permit to use a stove, lantern, or campfire outside a developed campground or recreation area. The permit is your agreement to follow the campfire restrictions and regulations in effect. Permits are available free-of-charge at offices of the US Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, and the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.

Permits are also available online.