2 rules for unincorporated Mariposa County, California.
Verified from official government sources
Mariposa County has no special barbecue ordinance; propane and charcoal grills follow the California Fire Code and propane-storage rules (Chapter 61 / NFPA 58). In this high-fire foothill area, grills should be kept clear of vegetation and structures, and open flames may be restricted during Red Flag conditions.
Mariposa County has no specific ordinance for backyard smokers. Charcoal and wood smokers that produce embers are treated as open-flame/solid-fuel cooking and should be kept clear of vegetation; during Red Flag Warnings or fire restrictions in this high-fire SRA county they may be restricted. Avoid creating a smoke nuisance.
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