Seasonal campfire bans in national parks and reserves have been lifted from 2am Friday 11 April 2025.
While the bans are being lifted in time to enjoy the school holidays and Easter period, it is important to remain vigilant around campfires.
We understand the importance of campfires as part of the camping experience and we want to ensure that people enjoy them safely.
Make sure to brush up on responsible campfire management before heading outdoors. To extinguish a campfire effectively, follow three simple steps:
soak it
stir it, and
soak it again
Always check your campfire for hot coals before leaving your campsite. Make sure you have enough water to extinguish it. Remember, it is illegal to leave a campfire unattended.
Use the designated campfire sites at our campgrounds as it reduces the chance of a campfire escaping.
PWS staff attended 284 illegal campfires while the seasonal bans were in place. Fifty-seven fires were still alight when discovered and most had been left unattended by campers.
Some national parks and reserves maintain Fuel Stove Only Areas throughout the year, including:
- the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area
- Freycinet National Park
- Tasman National Park, and
- the Vale of Belvoir Conservation Area
Visit our webpage for
more information on using campfires safely.