Fire Pits
Fire Pits in Morristown, TN
Add a place to gather around a fire on cool East Tennessee evenings, set on a safe base and away from the house.
Where The Fire Pit Goes Matters Most
- Low branches, roof edges, and fences too close to the flames
- Smoke blowing straight into seating or open doors
- A soft or uneven base that shifts over time
A fire pit works best on a flat, open spot with nothing low overhead and plenty of space from the house, deck, and sheds. The base should not burn, so a fire pit usually sits on pavers, stone, or a gravel pad rather than grass or a wood deck. A fire pit is often one part of a larger outdoor living design around the patio.
Wood Or Gas, And The Rules Around Fire
A wood fire gives real flames and smoke. A gas fire pit lights with a switch and makes little smoke, but it needs a gas line or tank set up the right way. Fire rules differ by town and county, so check local burn and permit rules before you build. The Tennessee Division of Forestry posts burn safety rules and permit seasons online. If you want a fire with a chimney that faces the seating, see outdoor fireplaces.
- Room around the fire for chairs and walking
- Wood-burning or gas
- Local burn and permit rules
