VIRGINIA CITY – Lands in Madison County managed by Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks are under Stage I fire restrictions.

Under Stage I restrictions, building, maintaining, attending, or using a fire or campfire is prohibited unless an exemption is made. People may only smoke within an enclosed vehicle or building, a developed recreation site or while stopped in an area at least 3 feet in diameter clear of flammable materials. People may cook on a liquid petroleum gas or propane stove that can be turned off.

FWP follows the county’s lead in placing fire restrictions on properties it manages within that county, including fishing access sites, wildlife management areas and state parks. These restrictions at FWP sites will be in place until further notice. FWP urges people to use caution while recreating due to dry conditions and fire danger.

Learn more about wildfire prevention and the latest information on fires in Montana at mtfireinfo.org. For information on restrictions and closures at FWP sites, click here.