Whistler’s current fire danger rating is updated daily by the Coastal Fire Centre, a division of the BC Wildfire Service. 

Campfires in Whistler 

No fires are allowed in Whistler when the fire danger rating is High or Extreme, or if there is a municipal or provincial fire ban in effect.

A permit is required for all campfires within the Resort Municipality of Whistler when the fire conditions allow for it.  

A CSA-rated or ULC-rated portable campfire apparatus that uses propane fuel is allowed in Whistler at any time, provided the height of the flame is less than 15 centimetres, and it is used in accordance with manufacturer recommendations.

Fire Danger Rating

Check the BC Wildfire Service’s Current Fire Danger Rating and forecast. 

Note: Whistler is listed as Cheakamus. 

Forecast data is highlighted in BLUE, and the actual data is usually posted mid-afternoon. The actual data may or may not confirm the forecasted data. 

Find Wildfire Status updates including information on current wildfires, bans and restrictions from the BC Wildfire Service.

Construction activities 

To reduce the risk of fires in Whistler, some construction activities are restricted when the Fire Danger Rating is High or Extreme.   

Barbecues in parks 

CSA or ULC rated propane barbecues are allowed in Whistler parks provided they are being used safely and in accordance with manufacturer recommendations.

As per Bylaw amendment 2375:

• A person may use a natural gas or propane gas fueled fire contained within a fire pit or barbecue without a Campfire Permit.
• No person shall light, ignite, start, maintain or burn charcoal briquettes in a municipal park.