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Sorry, the ‘Jim Morrison’ cave is closed

Handling the graffiti at Corral Canyon Cave in Malibu used to be manageable. But after a rumor spread on social media that Jim Morrison wrote his music in the cave, tagging got out of control as people flocked to add their own touch to the landmark  “Jim Morrison Cave.” 

“People are posting pictures of the cave 30 or 40 times a day.”

– California State Parks District Supt. Craig Sap

So now Corral Canyon Cave is closed to the public, and $40,000 later, the cave will be blasted with walnut shells to remove the paint and still preserve the rocks.

Here’s the rub: The Lizard King never came to this spot to find his musical muse. 

You can get more of the story and a 360 view of graffiti here. 

Photos by Los Angeles Times