Outdoor Cooking in Cayuga County, NY (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Cayuga County, New York.
Verified from official government sources
Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Cayuga County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
BBQ & Propane Rules
Cayuga County bans open fires on park property except in a Commission-provided fireplace or a Commission-designated spot, but it carves out a specific exception for barbecuing: a privately owned metal grill is allowed inside a designated picnic area under § 206-9F(10), as long as it stays at least 50 feet from any building.
Cayuga County Park Grill Placement Rule
Some RestrictionsCayuga County Code § 206-9F(10)
Disorderly conduct. No person shall do any of the following: ... No person shall start or maintain a fire except in a fireplace, which may be provided for that purpose or at places especially indicated by the Commission, and all fires shall be continuously under the care of a competent person. This does not exclude the use of privately owned metal grills within designated picnic area, but such ...
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