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Recreational / Campfire
Regulations- Recreational fires must meet the following requirements:
No permit is required for recreational fires in Whatcom County
Up to 3 feet by 3 feet of seasoned firewood or charcoal only
Must have enclosure 16 inches high, made of steel or masonry / rockery
Beach fires (where allowed) can be dug into an 8" deep pit, surrounded by 4" high enclosure rocks.
25 feet from structures, timber, and combustible material
15 feet overhead clearance required
A charged garden hose or 2 5-gallon buckets full of water to be next to the fire.
A shovel or rake capable of stirring and extinguishing the fire to be onsite
Recreational fires are allowed after dark, if attended by someone 16 years or older at all times.
Fires must be attended until out cold.
No burning when winds exceed 7 MPH.
Must have landowner permission to light all fires.
Fire Marshal's Guide to Recreational Fires and Outdoor Fireplaces.
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