A Fire Restriction is in effect for portions of the Forest Protection Area, due to current and predicted conditions.

• Please visit Alberta Fire Bans to see a map of the impacted area, Alberta Fire Bans

Prohibited:

• Outdoor wood fires on public land, including backcountry and random camping areas

• Use of fireworks and exploding targets

• Any burning on private land, except for a campfire

A Fire Advisory remains in effect for the Non-Forest Protection Area of Clearwater County.

Under this advisory:

• Existing fire permits are valid, but extension requests may not be granted.

• New fire permits will be issued on a case-by-case basis, for essential burning only.

• For a more detailed map of FPA vs Non-FPA, visit https://tinyurl.com/zwnzkjz9
• For the most up-to-date information on wildfires at any time, visit Rocky Mountain House Forest Area | Alberta.ca
• View a complete list of approved activities, 2025 Fire ban system - approved activities list

Burn Notification in Clearwater County

• Complete the form found at the bottom of this page 
• Call the burn notification line at 403-845-7711.

Yes, it is strongly recommended you submit a burn notification and obtain a provincial permit. Click here for frequently asked questions about the burn notification.

Fire Permits in the Forest Protection Area of Clearwater County

Clearwater County FPA Boundary

Click here for a printable version of the above map.

Click here for a more detailed map of the FPA in Clearwater County.

Click here for a fire control zone map of the FPA.

Fire Control Zone Map of the FPA.

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