Time is running out. Only two weeks left to apply for the Timber Loss Relief Program. Deadline is June 12. Eligible landowners are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Get guidance, eligibility requirements & subscribe for updates: https://t.co/Gy7B1ToZs6
On Wed., May 27 and Thurs., May 28, several helicopter training activities will be conducted at DuPont State Recreational Forest. While there are no trail/area closures associated with this training, visitors should avoid areas on the forest where helicopters can be seen/heard.
With a holiday right around the corner, remember that parking lots at DuPont State Recreational Forest fill up early. Arrive before 9 a.m. or after 5 p.m. to increase your chance of finding a parking place. #KnowBeforeYouGo
Plan your visit: https://t.co/SEa1jIzqLz
Summer at DuPont State Recreational Forest is busy. Parking lots are often completely full by 9:30 a.m. Come early or come late to increase your odds of getting a parking place. We open at 5 a.m. and close at 10 p.m. Plan your visit: https://t.co/SEa1jIzqLz
N.C. Forest Service Hertford County Ranger Aaron Prince offers some guidance to help you keep your backyard debris fire in your backyard.
Watch: https://t.co/TekWdOqN2g
#PreventWildfireNC#ResistWildfireNC
For more tips to prepare for and prevent wildfire: https://t.co/oVqYt5pZJu
Effective at 8 a.m. Friday, May 8, the N.C. Forest Service has lifted a ban on all open burning for 19 additional counties in NC. Read news release: https://t.co/WpGREqGtRd
The N.C. Forest Service has lifted a ban on all open burning for 81 counties effective 8 a.m. Sunday, May 3. Read news release to learn if restrictions still apply for your county: https://t.co/rCRxa9iDCC
The N.C. Forest Service is administering disaster recovery funds through a new Timber Loss Relief Program. Timber owners in 39 federally declared disaster counties may qualify. Learn more about the program & subscribe to receive updates by email or text: https://t.co/oC7FDLNbGd.
The statewide burn ban remains in effect until further notice despite weekend rain in some areas. Persistent dry weather and increasing rainfall deficits from the last several months have left most of the state needing 10 inches of rain or more. More: https://t.co/vSwLlAdXUk
As of April 18, 2026, the state-issued ban on open burning remains in effect for all 100 counties.
Additionally, the USDA Forest Service has implemented fire restrictions across national forests in North Carolina.
All open burning is prohibited until further notice.
The state-issued ban on open burning remains in effect for your area. What does this mean? All outdoor fires started more than 100 feet from an occupied dwelling are banned. This includes fire pits, campfires and fireworks. Watch to learn more:
The Timber Loss Relief Program (TLRP), a Hurricane Helene recovery assistance program that is part of a $221 million USDA block grant awarded to the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, will begin accepting applications April 20.
More: https://t.co/hOjat0gJK5
APRIL 16, 2026 QUESTION OF THE DAY
Is the statewide burn ban still in effect?
Yes. Yes it is.
For a status check on the statewide ban on open burning, check our social media pages, check our website, subscribe to receive alerts from us.
Since the state-issued ban on open burning was enacted 3/28, a total of 554 wildfires has burned more than 2,200 acres across NC. With little rainfall or expected over the next 7-10 days, the statewide burn ban & enforcement action will continue... https://t.co/m1DWuSudMH
Hickory Mountain Trail in DuPont State Recreational Forest will be closed for trail work Thurs. 4/16 & Fri. 4/17. To ensure work can be completed quickly & safely, please choose a different trail if you visit the forest on these days. Plan your visit: https://t.co/SEa1jIzqLz
The state-issued ban on open burning remains in effect for your area. What does this mean? All outdoor fires started more than 100 feet from an occupied dwelling are banned. This includes fire pits, campfires and fireworks. Watch to learn more:
On Friday, April 10, Lennon Colt Hinson, 42, of Evergreen, NC was arrested and charged with one felony count of larceny of timber (N.C.G.S. 14-135) and five misdemeanor counts of wood load tickets (N.C.G.S. 14-135.1) in Columbus County. News release: https://t.co/lq93y6vSjT
As of April 6, 2026, the state-issued ban on open burning remains in effect for all 100 counties. The ban was enacted Saturday, March 28 due to hazardous forest fire conditions.
The ban prohibits outdoor burning of any kind, anywhere in the state, until further notice.
Due to increased wildfire risk, the N.C. Forest Service has issued a ban on all open burning and has canceled all burning permits statewide effective 6 p.m. Saturday, March 28 until further notice.
Read news release: https://t.co/C9t1ueMoVZ
Hickory Mountain Trail in DuPont Recreational State Forest will be closed for trail work Wednesday, April 1 and Thursday, April 2. If you visit the forest those days, keep yourself and our trail crew safe by choosing a different trail. Plan your visit: https://t.co/CPLsktOGqQ.
During a state-issued burn ban, can you have a campfire when camping?
Campfires would be considered open burning and NOT exempt from the burn ban, meaning campfires are NOT allowed. However, we recommend confirming the restriction with the on-site land manager where you camp.