However, there are no campfire restrictions in most developed campgrounds maintained by the USDA Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service and Arizona State Parks. Campers can roast wieners and marshmallows over an open fire, as long as it is built in fire grills and rings already provided at the camp site. In Maricopa County, no open wood or charcoal fires are allowed in the fire grills at county parks. Those who cook outdoors may use gas or propane stoves. However, the use of charcoal in designated fire pits or commercially manufactured grills and the use of propane and gas stoves is allowed.
Fires start easily in present conditions.
Wildfires spread rapidly, quickly increase in intensity and respect no boundaries as they destroy wildlife habitat, prime recreational facilities, valuable natural resources, and homes. The impact of these fires can last for years, and can permanently alter entire ecosystems. People should be aware that if they cause a wildfire, they could be liable for the cost of suppressing the fire. They can also face possible criminal changes. Fireworks of any kind, including sparklers and snakes, are illegal in Arizona.