Peace River Forest Area

Peace River Forest Area - November 25, 2025

End of fire season 

As of October 31st, fire permits are no longer required in the Forest Protection Area. When burning brush piles, remember to follow safe burning practices. 

Alberta Wildfire responds to fires year-round. If you see smoke or flames in the forest, call 310-FIRE (3473).

Updates will be provided over the winter months if required. Regular updates will resume March 1, 2026. 

Fall fire safety 

Though temperatures are cooler in the fall, vegetation becomes dry and highly flammable. When recreating on public land to hunt, camp, or use off-highway vehicles, caution must be taken to prevent wildfires on the landscape. 

Cooking and warming campfires

• Use existing campfire rings, both official and unofficial.
• Select a site away from dry grass, brush, leaves, logs, trees and overhanging branches, and peaty areas.
• Use kindling and small branches for a smaller, more manageable fire.
• Keep water nearby.
• When leaving the site, ensure the fire is completely out.

For more information, see campfires on public land. 

Off-highway vehicles 

• Before riding, clean out hot spots and remove debris from the machine.
• After riding through muskeg or tall grass, stop and remove any build-up from the machine.
• Carry firefighting equipment such as a small shovel, collapsible pail or fire extinguisher.
• Wash the OHV and keep it clean – do not wash in streams and creeks.
• Make sure the muffler and spark arrestor are working properly.
• Stop frequently. Take the time to knock debris from the machine’s hot spots. If the debris is smouldering, soak it, stir it and soak it again to make sure it is extinguished.

For more information, see Off-highway vehicle safety.

For more information call the Alberta Wildfire information line at 1-866-FYI-FIRE (394-3473).