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Peace River Forest Area - December 11, 2025
Low wildfire danger
Due to heavy snow conditions, the fire danger level in the Peace River Forest Area is low.
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.
Christmas tree permits
To cut your own Christmas tree from Alberta's public forests, you will require a Personal Use Forest Products Permit (PUFPP). PUFPP are free and are for small-scale personal use only (no re-sale) for Christmas trees, firewood or transplants. The PUFPP allows you to harvest up to three Christmas trees from designated areas on Crown land. Maps are available to help you find a suitable location and permits can be requested online or by phoning (780) 624-6190.
Remember:
- Tree cutting is prohibited within 30 metres of a stream or river and within 100 metres of a lake
- Harvested trees must be less than 2.5 metres tall, or 8 feet
- Permits must be carried while harvesting trees
- Do not remove the tops of trees that are taller than 2.5 metres
Published on December 11, 2025 12:51 pm
Wildfire season runs March 1 – October 31.
Tree cutting permits are required to cut firewood and Christmas trees on public land. In Alberta they are free and available online.
A surprising number of wildfires start in the winter. Remember to follow safe burning practices, even after wildfire season ends.
Contact info
Tannis McNabb
780-617-4851
[email protected]