Outdoor Cooking in Orange County, NY (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Orange County, New York.
Verified from official government sources
Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Orange County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
BBQ & Propane Rules
Orange County bans open flames and portable stoves or grills in its parks except in designated picnic areas and campgrounds, or with the Commissioner of Parks' advance written permission. Even then, cooking must happen under Park staff supervision.
Orange County Park Grill And Fire Rules
Some RestrictionsOrange County Local Law No. 13 of 2001 (Parks System Law) § 4(h)
starting or maintaining a fire or open flame; operating a portable stove, grill or any other device for the heating, cooking or preparation of food, except in designated picnic areas and campgrounds, or with the advance written permission of the Commissioner, and then only with the approval and/or under the direct supervision and control of the Commissioner and/or Park staff.
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