Stage 1 fire restrictions in place for Lake County

Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks properties in Lake County entered Stage 1 fire restrictions on Aug. 7.

This action followed Stage 1 restrictions put in place by Lake County and the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes.

Under Stage 1 fire restrictions, campfires are generally prohibited unless an exemption is in place. However, Fish, Wildlife and Parks sites in Lake County are exempt because campfires are only allowed in the designated steel fire grates provided at those locations. 

Outside of these designated rings, campfires are not allowed. Smoking is limited to enclosed vehicles or buildings, developed recreation sites or areas at least 3 feet in diameter that are cleared of flammable materials. Cooking is permitted on liquid petroleum gas or propane stoves that can be turned off.

People are advised to use caution while recreating due to dry conditions and fire danger.