What Maine outdoor lovers need to know about this summer’s dry conditions

BANGOR DAILY NEWS • August 12, 2025

The dry conditions in Maine mean that people enjoying the outdoors should use extra care to avoid starting a forest fire. The North Maine Woods and KI Jo-Mary Forest announced Monday they were not issuing fire permits. That means no fires are allowed at any unmaintained backcountry site or any area that requires a fire permit. Fires are still allowed at established campgrounds with maintained facilities and at private camps where permits are not required.