Statewide Fire Restrictions – 2026

As of April 6, 2026, the State Forester of New Mexico has enacted fire restrictions imposed for non-federal, non-Tribal and non-municipal lands in New Mexico. These restrictions will remain in place until rescinded.

Prohibited:

• Smoking
• Fireworks
• Campfires
• Prescribed, open, agricultural and/or debris burning
• Flaring of gas related to oil and gas production

Exceptions:

• Exceptions are allowed for certain prohibited actions in specific cases or when specific conditions are met.
• The state forester may allow additional exceptions upon receiving a written request.

Southwest Area Fire Restrictions Interactive Map

The Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department’s (EMNRD) Forestry Division works with state, federal, and tribal partners under the Southwest Coordinating Group to provide the public with a real-time map showing current fire restrictions on public lands.

Please note: the below map does not reflect the Statewide restrictions enacted on April 6, 2026. 

To report a wildfire – Call 911

To find current restrictions:

Zoom into the area in which you live or would like to recreate and click on that area. The pop-up box will show the restriction stage or ban, any local information, and will have a link to the actual fire restrictions order, the news release, or agency fire restriction information page if available.

Not all restrictions may appear on this map. Always check with your local fire department or government agency for the latest information.

Additional details can be found on the New Mexico Fire Information website.

NM State Parks Fire Restrictions