Occasionally due to extreme fire hazards, the Ministry of Parks, Culture and Sport will issue restrictions on open fires in provincial parks and recreation sites.

During Fire Restrictions or Bans: All wood burning fires in the park are prohibited. CSA approved self-contained portable gas heating devices and fire pits, barbecues, pressurized stoves and charcoal briquettes will be permitted for cooking and heating purposes at park discretion. These measures will remain in place until conditions improve and the fire restrictions have been lifted.

Support fire suppression efforts. If you see a fire, report it by calling Park Watch toll-free at 1 800 667-1788. In an emergency, call 911.

Fire restrictions are currently active in the following locations:

  • Provincial Parks
    • Blackstrap
    • Makwa Lake
    • Meadow Lake
    • Pike Lake
    • The Battlefords
  • Rec Sites
    • Bonson Forest
    • Cowan Dam
    • Beatty Lake
    • Beaver Cowan
    • Pagan Lake

Last Updated: May 1, 2024 at 2:07 p.m.

Anyone who spots a wildfire can call 1-800-667-9660, dial 9-1-1 or contact their closest SPSA Forest Protection Area office. People can find the latest fire risk maps and municipal fire ban map at saskpublicsafety.ca/emergencies-and-response.

Information about provincial fire bans can be found HERE.

Municipalities, and regional or national parks may also have burning restrictions in place within their jurisdictions. Please check with local authorities to see if these apply in your area or where you plan to travel.