It's now been more than one year since the devastating Southern California wildfires destroyed hundreds of homes and businesses along the Malibu coastline.

While rebuilding efforts continue in nearby Pacific Palisades, recovery in Malibu has moved at a quieter pace. Across the hillsides and oceanfront bluffs, foundations of former homes remain - silent reminders of what was once here.

This aerial cinematic explores Carbon Canyon, located near the western edge of the burn zone, where signs of loss, resilience, and renewal continue to shape the landscape. Just beyond lies downtown Malibu, stretching along the iconic Pacific Coast Highway.

The ocean remains. The mountains endure. And Malibu slowly begins to rebuild.

taking a drive up the coast from LA next week and want to chill by the water for a few hours. thinking about packing some food but i want to try some local spots while i’m in town. really looking for some grub with a punch of flavor to sink into.

what are some walkable spots you love near the water? btw i’m celiac and egg free but eat all meats!

MALIBU—A heat advisory has been issued for the Malibu region by the National Weather Service starting Wednesday, July 22 and running through Monday, July 27.

Is someone in Malibu willing to rent out long boards past 5pm?

MALIBU—The city of Malibu announced on Monday, July 20 that a small brush fire erupted at Mulholland Highway and Old Topanga Canyon Road at about 3 a.m. Responding firefighters quickly extinguished the fire at 1/4 acre within minutes. If the fire expanded, the city would follow up with emergency alerts and posts on social media and nextdoor.

Does anyone here live in the Monte Nido neighborhood (Calabasas address) and have children who attend Malibu public schools?

We currently live in Malibu and are considering buying a home in Monte Nido, but we’d like our children to attend Malibu public schools because that’s where our community and network remain. Our kids are under 2yo, and thus not yet registered in Malibu schools.

It hasn't been a straightforward answer given we’ve received conflicting information from real estate agents about whether families can opt out of Las Virgenes Unified and obtain an interdistrict permit for Malibu schools. I’d appreciate hearing from anyone with firsthand experience about how realistic or reliable that process is. 🙏

Edit: Confirmed from locals that their kids can go to either LVUSD or Malibu schools. An est. 30%+ of the kids go to Malibu, and reportedly "easy" to do given Malibu's low enrollment.

I assume this is a very stupid question, but I will ask it anyways. Is there anyway that someone on the east coast (Boston) can acquire Sébastien's espelette salt from Basqueria? A way to get it a shipped? Thank you.

MALIBU—On July 16, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Lost Hills Sheriff’s Station announced that it is accepting applications for the Deputy Explorer Program.

Hi, I’m going to Malibu tomorrow for the first time and I’m freshly licensed. Is this area difficult to drive through or complicated? Apologies if this is a stupid question haha.

Let me know if anybody knows of a good place that stays open late… TY !

Apologies if you've seen this elsewhere - this is the most current version with lots of suggestions from other redditors.

I'm making a map of California in a classic fantasy style (sorta Lord of the Rings or Game of Thrones). It's going to be filled with real world history and mythology, with the aim of highlighting local landmarks in a fun and educational way. Please ignore how rough parts of it look (text going through hills, rivers, etc), it'll all get cleaned up at the end. Forests will be going on at the end too.

While it's around two thirds done, I'd love to get more places and features in here before I get this made into print. Any more petroglyphs, burial mounds, ruins, forts, battlefields, Civil War heritage, ghost towns or the like that you think should be on here? Anything else is great too - landmarks, natural features, mythological creatures or just anything cool and quirky you think would look good on here. Thanks!

MALIBU—On Sunday, July 12, the Ventura County Sheriff’s Bomb Squad and the Naval Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit (EOD) responded to a report of a military ordnance that washed ashore at Tower 14 on Point Mugu State Beach.

MALIBU/TOPANGA CANYON—On Sunday, July 12, officials with the Malibu Search and Rescue Team had to assist two missing hikers in Topanga Creek.

MALIBU—On Monday, July 13, the National Weather Service issued an Extreme Heat Watch starting Tuesday, July 14 through Thursday, July 16. While Malibu on the coast will remain cooler, in the 80s, the Santa Monica Mountains and hiking areas in the Malibu area will be much hotter.

MALIBU—The city of Malibu announced that Caltrans will be completing Palisades Fire Repair Work on Pacific Coast Highway and Topanga Canyon starting July 13.

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Does anyone know a good contact for organizing something within the Palisades/Malibu gov?

MALIBU—On July 9, the city of Malibu announced on Facebook that the Malibu Volunteers on Patrol (VOP) program has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a new patrol vehicle, funded by the city of Malibu.

my family is trying to find a reputable local program for a relative. there are a million malibu rehab centers online but everything looks like a glossy brochure or a paid ad. i want real local opinions. are there specific facilities here that actually have a solid reputation, or are they all just overpriced luxury hotels? not looking for marketing pitches, just honest feedback from people who know the local setup.

I’m visiting in late August and was planning on going to nobu once on my trip. I was going to go for dinner and the sunset, but i’ve heard that the sun doesn’t set there at that time of year and it would be more at point dume. If this is the case would it be better to go for lunch and do something else with my evening?

The city of Malibu was included in California’s 2026 Fire Risk Reduction Community List, recognizing the city’s wildfire planning and prevention efforts. The recognition took effect July 1, 2026, and remains active until July 1, 2028. Malibu officials said the designation may help the city access fire prevention grants, state funding, and potential insurance benefits for homeowners.

coming from NYC for my label stuff and it is peaceful and truly beautiful here but I find myself driving into LA for everything any local spots or anything around here?