Is there a fire ban in Banff National Park today?
Alberta · Monday, October 12, 2026
Restricted
Fire restriction in effect in Banff National Park
From the notice
Fire Restriction in Effect Campfires are only permitted in designated Parks Canada metal fire rings or boxes Designated fire pits include metal fire rings, metal fire boxes, and cook stoves within cooking shelters. Designated fire pits do not include creating your own ring using rocks. At no time is it permitted to use a rock ring in place of these designated metal fire pits. Random fires are never allowed. Additional campfire information can be found here: https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/ab/banff/nature/conservation/feu-fire/miseajour-update How to safely enjoy a campfire in a national park: 1. Keep campfires small and only in designated fire rings or boxes. 2. Never leave your campfire unatt…
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Alberta fire bans today
- Fire ban
- Restriction / advisory
- No ban
- Provincial / unorganized land
Nearby municipalities
None of the 8 closest municipalities has a fire ban.
Questions about burning in Banff National Park
Is there a fire ban in Banff National Park today?
Restricted. Alberta Fire Bans (Government of Alberta) lists Banff National Park as “Fire restriction in effect”, in effect since Aug 30, 2026. Status checked Oct 12, 12:34 AM MDT.
Can I have a campfire or burn brush in Banff National Park?
Fire restriction in effect. Follow the conditions in the notice and your municipality's bylaws, and check again before you light a fire.
Who issues fire bans in Alberta?
Municipalities issue fire bans, restrictions and advisories inside their boundaries; Alberta Wildfire issues them for the Forest Protection Area, and Parks Canada for national parks. All are published on albertafirebans.ca.
Where does this information come from?
From Alberta Fire Bans (Government of Alberta), checked every hour on Burn Ban Today. Confirm with Banff National Park or your local fire department before burning.