Fireworks
Garfield County fireworks prohibition
Garfield County has passed an ordinance prohibiting the use, sale, and possession of fireworks in unincorporated areas throughout the year. This prohibition, which typically excludes the dates between May 31 and July 5 of any year due to a state statute, was enacted throughout the year due to a finding of high fire danger.
Fireworks cautions and restrictions across Garfield County
Garfield County frequently experiences drought and extremely critical fire weather. In addition, frequent fire weather watches from the National Weather Service and Red Flag Warnings have accompanied the drying of area lands.
In Colorado, even on private lands, it is illegal to possess or ignite any form of firework that is propelled into the air. Whether the entire incendiary, or only a portion of it is fired into the air, it is illegal, unless you are a licensed professional with a valid permit.Â
Fire restrictions
Garfield County, the Garfield County Sheriff’s Office, Upper Colorado River District Bureau of Land Management, and the seven fire districts in Garfield County are currently under Stage 1 Fire Restrictions. All burn permits are postponed/canceled until further notice.
Fireworks prohibited on federal lands
Fireworks of all kinds are not legal on Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Forest Service, or National Park Service lands. Explosives and exploding targets are also prohibited year round on all national forest lands.