NAPA COUNTY, Calif. – The California Department of Fish and Wildlife announced the reopening of the east side of the Knoxville Wildlife Area in Napa County on March 1.

The July 2018 County Fire consumed approximately 6,000 acres of the wildlife area and forced the closure of the entire east side.

This winter’s vegetation regrowth over the burned area has helped stabilize hillsides allowing the public to once again enjoy the recreational opportunities the 21,500-acre wildlife area has to offer.