'''Lake Arrowhead''' is an unincorporated community in San Bernardino County, California. The population of the CDP was 8,934 at the 2000 census.

Get in

Take highway 18 up from the city of San Bernardino. Lake arrowhead is about 35-45 mins away from the bottom of the mountain.

Get around

  • '''By Public Transportation''' - The Mountain Area Regional Transit Authority (MARTA) is the only public transportation service provided to the mountain communities. http://www.marta.cc/
  • '''By Taxi''' - There is no real devolved taxi services in Lake Arrowhead.
  • '''By Car''' - Many of the roads in Lake Arrowhead may seem very confusing to someone who is not familiar with the area. As with many small mountain communities, there are many unmarked access roads as well roads that meander for seemingly endless distances. However, all major routes are clearly posted throughout the community.
  • '''Hitch-Hike'''- People use this as a form of transportation from time to time, but relying on it is not advised.
  • See

  • '''The Pinnacles'''- The Pinnacles are a group of small, granite peaks Northwest of Lake Arrowhead. They are visible from Hwy. 173, past the Shooting Range. There are many excellent climbing opportunities with hundreds of bolted climbs scattered throughout the hills. A trail leads to a beautiful meadow just South of the Ugly Wall, supposedly this awesome little spot is referred to by local climbers as "The Center of the Universe". All other trails must be followed carefully as many small use-trails lead of into other areas,the main summit itself, and multiple bushwacks. The Pinnacles' main summit is an HPS peak and can easily be climbed in a day with the nearby HPS peak Mt. Marie Louise.
  • '''Strawberry Peak Fire Lookout Tower'''- Majestic views, solitude, quiet, and heroic vigilance, this fire lookout tower is located off Highway 18 in the San Bernardino Mountains near the communities of Twin Peaks and Rim Forest. From Highway 18 take Bear Springs Road which is just east of the Rim Forest. Follow the signs about two miles to the tower. The tower is staffed by volunteers and is open between the hours of 9:00 am and 5:00 pm. Visitors are welcome to come up to the top and view the mountains and learn about the San Bernardino National Forest. http://www.sbnfa.org/strawberry.php
  • Do

    The Lake

  • '''Boat Tours''', There are Lake Arrowhead boat tours available on the Arrowhead Queen. Tickets can be purchased at Leroy's Board Shop in the Lake Arrowhead Village.
  • '''Boat Rentals''', Private boat rentals are not available to non-property owners; so if you're renting a place be sure to check if it includes lake access and a boat, especially if you'd like to go water skiing.
  • '''Water Ski''', There are several private water ski schools in Arrowhead village. McKenzie Water Ski School - (909) 337-3814
  • '''Swim''', Technically, if you do not have property rights within the Lake Arrowhead community you are not allowed to use the lake in any way for recreational purposes. However, it is very easy to find ways down to the lake via residential or public walkways and then use a dock or beach that looks vacant. lake Arrowhead is a "second house" community and many home owners are not around to make sure no one uses their dock or beach. The worst that can happen is that a lake patrolman will tell you to leave the particular dock you are on, definitly not something to worry about. Just don't break anything or make a large scene (i.e. a party) or use beaches that are services by gated communities. The arrowhead Lake Association has attempted to make a system of trails that goes around the whole lake, due to private property all trails end somewhere instead of continuing around the lake. To find a good swimming spot the use of these trails is highly advised, to get to them just find a staircase going down to the lake and you will cross it.
  • Golfing

  • '''The Lake Arrowhead Country Club''', 250 Golf Course Rd, Lake Arrowhead, CA 92352
  • Buy

    Lake Arrowhead features a shopping complex named the '''Lake Arrowhead Village'''. The '''Lake Arrowhead Village''' offers a variety of outlet stores along with independent boutique stores. There is also a range of dining options in the complex.

    Eat

  • '''Papagayo's''', Lake Arrowhead Village, Papagayo's is always crowded and you might want to arrive before dinner hours.
  • '''Jensen's Finest Foods''', 27264 Highway 189, Blue Jay, They make pretty filling, very good sandwiches in the back. for a halfway decent price too.
  • '''Woody's Boat House''', Lake Arrowhead Village, (909)337-2628. Woody's Boat House is a nice place that has a great selection of food. It is beautiful to watch the lake and just enjoy a good meal with family and friends.
  • Drink

    Sleep

    There are numerous rentals and bed and breakfasts throughout Lake Arrowhead's upscale area. In addition there is the '''Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa'''[http://www.laresort.com], a full service resort featuring a spa and a private beach on the lake.

    Get out