Galt vs Sacramento
How do backyard fires rules compare between Galt, CA and Sacramento, CA?
Galt and Sacramento have similar restriction levels.
Galt, CA
Sacramento County
Backyard recreational fires in Galt are allowed in approved containers using clean wood or gas fuel, subject to SMAQMD no-burn days. Burning yard waste or trash is prohibited. Red Flag Warnings or high winds suspend wood burning regardless of container type.
View full Galt rules →Sacramento, CA
Sacramento County
Recreational backyard fires in Sacramento must use approved devices with fuels limited to dry wood or charcoal, stay under 3 feet in diameter, and pause on Spare The Air days.
View full Sacramento rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Galt | Sacramento |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel | Clean wood, charcoal, propane, natural gas | - |
| Max size | 3 ft by 2 ft | - |
| Clearance | 15 ft from structures | - |
| Prohibited | Trash, leaves, yard waste | - |
| Supervision | Adult present until out | - |
| - | - |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Galt FAQ
Can I use my chiminea on a no-burn day?
Not with wood. Switch to a propane or natural gas unit, which SMAQMD exempts from most wood-smoke restrictions.
Is a patio fire pit on a wood deck allowed?
Only if it is a listed device and installed per the manufacturer's instructions. Open wood fires on combustible decks are not allowed.
Sacramento FAQ
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