Mason County Burn Ban – Updated

Total Burn Ban in Effect, Effective Wednesday, July 9, 2025. Due to recent fire activity within Mason County, effective immediately, all outdoor burning, including campfires, charcoal briquettes, and weed burning using torches, is restricted until further notice.

First Burn Ban: June 5: In accordance with a policy adopted by the Mason County Commissioners to be consistent with the Dept. of Natural Resources and restrict certain burning activities when the National Fire Danger Rating System is at a moderate level, effective 12:01 on June 5th, 2025, LAND CLEARING and RESIDENTIAL BURNING  shall be prohibited on all Mason County lands not under DNR or Federal jurisdiction.

Please note that recreational burning (i.e,, cooking fires using charcoal or firewood in a metal, concrete or rock circle no larger than 3 feet in diameter) is still permitted. However, it is anticipated that as warmer weather continues, this activity will be restricted in the near future. Also permitted are any propane fires. Your cooperation in keeping Mason County fire safe is appreciated.

Please note that if you live in the Urban Growth Areas of Allyn, Belfair, or Shelton, only Recreational Burning is allowed. If you have any questions, feel free to contact the Fire Marshal at 360-427-9670, extension 309. Your cooperation in keeping Mason County fire safe is appreciated. For more information on burn restrictions including updates in Mason County, please visit https://cmfe.org/community/burnrestrictions .