Leo Carrillo State Park Reopens After Woolsey Fire Cleanup

MALIBU, CA — Leo Carrillo State Park in Malibu reopened after a massive cleanup from the Woolsey Fire. The park began taking campground reservations Wednesday after seven months of sweeping and removing the debris from the site, KTLA reported.

"By reopening this park, people can experience a sense of normalcy again," Jerry West, acting deputy district superintendent for the Angeles District of California State Parks told the news station. "They can return to camping traditions they’ve been carrying on for generations."

The Woolsey Fire destroyed more than 1,500 structures, burned nearly 97,000 acres and killed three people when it broke out in November 2018. At Leo Carrillo State Park, the fire burned down the visitor center, restrooms and staging facilities used by park workers, the Los Angeles Times reported.

Shockingly, the campgrounds were left untouched — including the Beach Shore, a concession stand run by the same owner for decades, according to the news website.

This weekend, many of the campsites were occupied and families were back at the park soaking in the views.

Leo Carrillo State Park is located at 35000 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA 90265.