Fire pit rules in Jefferson County, CO — also called outdoor burning, recreational fire, or open flame ordinances — cover fuel types, clearances, and when burning is allowed.
Gas-fueled fire pits are allowed year-round, even during fire restrictions. Wood-burning fire pits and open recreational fires are permitted only when no Sheriff fire restriction is in effect and are prohibited under Stage 1 and Stage 2 bans in unincorporated Jeffco.
Jefferson County lies in the Wildland-Urban Interface, so recreational fires are tightly tied to the Sheriff's current fire-danger stage. Liquid- or gas-fueled appliances—including gas fire pits, gas grills, gas stoves, and gas lanterns—are permitted during both Stage 1 fire restrictions and a Stage 2 fire ban because they can be shut off instantly. Wood-burning fire pits, charcoal, and open flames are banned once Stage 1 is declared. When no restriction is active, contained recreational fires are generally allowed but must be attended, kept small, and fully extinguished. Local fire protection districts (Evergreen, Elk Creek, Foothills) and incorporated cities may impose additional limits.
Operating a prohibited wood or charcoal fire during a Sheriff-declared fire restriction is punishable by a fine of up to $600 upon conviction.
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