What this means
La Plata County isn't under a full burn ban, but burning is limited right now.
County fire restrictions in effect — national forest and BLM land inside the county set their own rules.
Rules change fast in dry weather — confirm with the La Plata County fire marshal or burn line before you light. The statewide list lives with the county's posted notice.
Recent history
- Fire restrictions in effect August 14, 2026 – today
This week's drought picture for Colorado is usually the best clue to where things are headed.
Heading onto national forest land? County rules stop at the boundary — check fire restrictions for the forest instead.