San Juan County Fire Marshal's Office


The San Juan County Fire Marshal's Office is dedicated to protecting the lives and property of the citizens of San Juan County from the hazards of fire, explosion and life safety hazards by fostering a safe environment through inspection, enforcement, regulation, investigation, and public education. All efforts of this office are designed to reduce the deaths, injuries, and property losses of San Juan County residents.

Residential Burn Permits (up to 10' Piles): OPEN October 6th 

Commercial Burn Permits (Greater than 10'): OPEN October 27th

Recreational Fires (3'x 3'): ALLOWED IN A CONTAINED FIRE PIT


Permits available October 6th at 8:30 AM. Available at the San Juan County Portal (below) or at the Community Development Office at 135 Rhone St. Friday Harbor, WA.

 San Juan County Portal 

  1. Fire Marshal News

    Commercial Burn Permits Open Oct. 27 in San Juan County

    Commercial burns are typically conducted by contractors to reduce the amount of waste created by large land clearing operations or while developing sites in San Juan County. Read on...
  2. Fire Marshal News

    Burn Permits Open in San Juan County

    Effective October 6, 2025, the San Juan County fire danger level has been downgraded to the LOW level. As such, residential burn permits are now open and available to purchase. Read on...
  3. San Juan County News (1)

    Reflecting on Wildfire Risk in the Islands in the Wake of the Devastating Southern California Fires

    As we witness from afar the magnitude of the loss, the relentless winds, and the extreme fire behavior, it prompts us to revisit our community’s vulnerability to fire and what we can do to prepare. Read on...

Recreational Fires

 
Recreational fires are three feet or less in diameter, built on bare soil, gravel,or in a fire bowl. Recreational Fires are campfires. Use firewood or charcoal only. No yard waste. No garbage. Please keep Recreational Campfires well away from structures and put them dead out before leaving them unattended.
 

Wildland Fire Safety


Please take the time to learn about San Juan County's  Community Wildfire Protection Plan
 

This document was developed with the help of experts and property owners. It is available to you as a guide to help keep your home and neighborhood safe from wildland fires. Just click this link to view the plan: 

Community Wildfire Protection Plan