Lake Arrowhead California
City/town information
The best kept secret on the West Coast, a small little town 5000 ft above sea level. Lake Arrowhead is stunningly beautiful mountain town that holds a relaxing resort mountain paradise vibe. Enjoyable all year around, whatever season you love you'll experience a few hours outside Los Angeles.
164 locals recommend
Lake Arrowhead
The best kept secret on the West Coast, a small little town 5000 ft above sea level. Lake Arrowhead is stunningly beautiful mountain town that holds a relaxing resort mountain paradise vibe. Enjoyable all year around, whatever season you love you'll experience a few hours outside Los Angeles.
Sightseeing & Activities
The original Santa’s Village opened in 1955, and when the park went bankrupt in the 1970’s it closed for years until new owners restored and expanded the park in 2016. This magical place is nestled on 230-acres of natural forest beauty. It has attractions including, kiddie rides, forest ziplining, mountain biking trails, archery, fly fishing, roller skating, a rock-climbing wall, restaurants, shopping, and walk-around characters. Guided hikes are also available along the property’s Henck Meadowlands Conservation Trail. In winter Santa, Mrs. Claus, and the elves add to this winter wonderland, along with ice skating, Christmas activities, and rides on the Northwoods Express mini train, which was part of the original amusement park.
564 locals recommend
SkyPark at Santa's Village
28950 CA-18The original Santa’s Village opened in 1955, and when the park went bankrupt in the 1970’s it closed for years until new owners restored and expanded the park in 2016. This magical place is nestled on 230-acres of natural forest beauty. It has attractions including, kiddie rides, forest ziplining, mountain biking trails, archery, fly fishing, roller skating, a rock-climbing wall, restaurants, shopping, and walk-around characters. Guided hikes are also available along the property’s Henck Meadowlands Conservation Trail. In winter Santa, Mrs. Claus, and the elves add to this winter wonderland, along with ice skating, Christmas activities, and rides on the Northwoods Express mini train, which was part of the original amusement park.
Lake Arrowhead Boat Tour runs all year round
Sit back and relax on the Lake Arrowhead Queen Paddle Boat for a 1- hour narrated tour, which takes you around Lake Arrowhead. Experience close-up views of beautiful lakefront homes, learn some fun facts and the fascinating history of Lake Arrowhead. For example, did you know that there have been 120 movies filmed in Lake Arrowhead, including Heidi, The American President, Magnificent Obsession, Now Voyager, Space Jam, Next, and the 1998 remake of The Parent Trap? Get your boat tickets at Leroy’s Board Shop (dockside) in the Lake Arrowhead Village, or call (909) (909) 336-6992.
200 locals recommend
Arrowhead Queen Tour Boat
28200 CA-189Lake Arrowhead Boat Tour runs all year round
Sit back and relax on the Lake Arrowhead Queen Paddle Boat for a 1- hour narrated tour, which takes you around Lake Arrowhead. Experience close-up views of beautiful lakefront homes, learn some fun facts and the fascinating history of Lake Arrowhead. For example, did you know that there have been 120 movies filmed in Lake Arrowhead, including Heidi, The American President, Magnificent Obsession, Now Voyager, Space Jam, Next, and the 1998 remake of The Parent Trap? Get your boat tickets at Leroy’s Board Shop (dockside) in the Lake Arrowhead Village, or call (909) (909) 336-6992.
Escape the city and visit a unique mountain oasis of natural beauty! Located on State Highway 18 west of the community of Skyforest
226 locals recommend
Heaps Peak Arboretum Day Use Area
29358 Rim of the World HwyEscape the city and visit a unique mountain oasis of natural beauty! Located on State Highway 18 west of the community of Skyforest
See the latest movie releases at the only local movie theater in the Lake Arrowhead mountain communities. It is a good time with fresh hot popcorn, and lots of candy.
144 locals recommend
Blue Jay Cinema
27315 N Bay RdSee the latest movie releases at the only local movie theater in the Lake Arrowhead mountain communities. It is a good time with fresh hot popcorn, and lots of candy.
The “Hidden Gem” of the San Bernardino Mountains, Green Valley Lake is a higher resort community than either Lake Arrowhead or Big Bear. This “best kept secret on the mountain” is a unique fishing spot secluded and surrounded by National Forest. It offers some of the best fishing in Southern California. For all these reasons it has remained small, picturesque, and uncrowded.
67 locals recommend
Green Valley Lake
The “Hidden Gem” of the San Bernardino Mountains, Green Valley Lake is a higher resort community than either Lake Arrowhead or Big Bear. This “best kept secret on the mountain” is a unique fishing spot secluded and surrounded by National Forest. It offers some of the best fishing in Southern California. For all these reasons it has remained small, picturesque, and uncrowded.
Fishing at Lake Gregory feels like a world away and offers an affordable and accessible escape from city life. About a 20 minute drive, Lake Gregory is in the mountains of the San Bernardino National Forest. This beautiful fishing lake is nestled in the cedar and pine forest valley of Crestline and is open daily from sunrise to sunset. Known as a prime fishing destination in Southern California, it provides ample shore fishing access to the lake, as well as a marina with boat rentals and launch facilities.
Lake Gregory Regional Park, approximately $20-50 Per Person based on activities. Fishing, Waterslides, Skate Park, Sports Court, Inflatable Water Park, Water Slides, Paddle Boards, Kayaks, Beach & Splash Pad.
216 locals recommend
Lake Gregory Regional Park
24171 Lake DrFishing at Lake Gregory feels like a world away and offers an affordable and accessible escape from city life. About a 20 minute drive, Lake Gregory is in the mountains of the San Bernardino National Forest. This beautiful fishing lake is nestled in the cedar and pine forest valley of Crestline and is open daily from sunrise to sunset. Known as a prime fishing destination in Southern California, it provides ample shore fishing access to the lake, as well as a marina with boat rentals and launch facilities.
Lake Gregory Regional Park, approximately $20-50 Per Person based on activities. Fishing, Waterslides, Skate Park, Sports Court, Inflatable Water Park, Water Slides, Paddle Boards, Kayaks, Beach & Splash Pad.
If you have never been water skiing and want to learn, McKenzie Water Ski School is the place for you. Our instructors have extensive training and experience to teach you how to get up and skiing on your own with in minutes. One ski, Two Skis, or Wakeboarding, whatever you want to learn we are here to help you achieve your goals and have fun doing it.
With over 70 years of experience, McKenzie Water Ski School can teach anyone how to ski as long as you want a fun, memorable Lake Arrowhead experience.
71 locals recommend
McKenzie's WaterSki School
If you have never been water skiing and want to learn, McKenzie Water Ski School is the place for you. Our instructors have extensive training and experience to teach you how to get up and skiing on your own with in minutes. One ski, Two Skis, or Wakeboarding, whatever you want to learn we are here to help you achieve your goals and have fun doing it.
With over 70 years of experience, McKenzie Water Ski School can teach anyone how to ski as long as you want a fun, memorable Lake Arrowhead experience.
Great family fun with 16-bowling lanes and arcade games at the only Bowling Alley in the Lake Arrowhead mountain communities. Enjoy hot pizzas, SubWay sandwiches, or a cold beer or drink from the sports bar.
76 locals recommend
Rim Bowling & Entertainment Center
23991 Lake DrGreat family fun with 16-bowling lanes and arcade games at the only Bowling Alley in the Lake Arrowhead mountain communities. Enjoy hot pizzas, SubWay sandwiches, or a cold beer or drink from the sports bar.
A non-profit wildlife sanctuary, educational facility, and visitation center for endangered and indigenous wild animals. Meet Snickers the orphaned Black Beer, and his friends like owls, racoons, and bobcats. Check ahead for hours of operation, and reservations are required to visit the animals.
68 locals recommend
Wildhaven
29453 Pineridge DrA non-profit wildlife sanctuary, educational facility, and visitation center for endangered and indigenous wild animals. Meet Snickers the orphaned Black Beer, and his friends like owls, racoons, and bobcats. Check ahead for hours of operation, and reservations are required to visit the animals.
Mountain Skies Astronomical Society and the MSAS Astronomy Village take science education to new heights in Lake Arrowhead and the surrounding mountain community. The custom Robert Brownlee Observatory sits in the San Bernardino Mountains overlooking the valley below. It houses a research grade telescope for breathtaking views of the night sky.
26 locals recommend
Mountain Skies Astronomical Society Astronomy Village
2001 Observatory WayMountain Skies Astronomical Society and the MSAS Astronomy Village take science education to new heights in Lake Arrowhead and the surrounding mountain community. The custom Robert Brownlee Observatory sits in the San Bernardino Mountains overlooking the valley below. It houses a research grade telescope for breathtaking views of the night sky.
View collections and displays of the fascinating history of the Lake Arrowhead Mountain Communities and the San Bernardino mountains. Step back in time to the early days of colorful Indian villages, massive lumber mills, famous movie stars, and Hollywood movies made in the area.
57 locals recommend
The Mountain History Museum
27176 Peninsula DrView collections and displays of the fascinating history of the Lake Arrowhead Mountain Communities and the San Bernardino mountains. Step back in time to the early days of colorful Indian villages, massive lumber mills, famous movie stars, and Hollywood movies made in the area.
Lake Arrowhead Village is a lively place to be, especially come summer. And people also come to the village for Holidays at the Village, taking place throughout December. This month-long celebration concludes with a visit from Saint Nicholas near the end of the year.
With plenty of activities, shopping and dining - plus being able to enjoy the views of the lake, this is a great spot to come and visit.
465 locals recommend
Lake Arrowhead Village
28200 CA-189Lake Arrowhead Village is a lively place to be, especially come summer. And people also come to the village for Holidays at the Village, taking place throughout December. This month-long celebration concludes with a visit from Saint Nicholas near the end of the year.
With plenty of activities, shopping and dining - plus being able to enjoy the views of the lake, this is a great spot to come and visit.
Snow Valley Mountain Resort is the closest ski resort to Lake Arrowhead. This family-friendly downhill destination features 240 acres accessible by 12 chairlifts. The terrain caters to all experience levels, with a large beginner area and steep black-diamond runs from the top of the mountain. Snow Valley Mountain Resort is also home to popular night skiing on the weekends throughout the winter.
347 locals recommend
Snow Valley Mountain Resort
35100 CA-18Snow Valley Mountain Resort is the closest ski resort to Lake Arrowhead. This family-friendly downhill destination features 240 acres accessible by 12 chairlifts. The terrain caters to all experience levels, with a large beginner area and steep black-diamond runs from the top of the mountain. Snow Valley Mountain Resort is also home to popular night skiing on the weekends throughout the winter.
Shopping
Located in Beautiful Lake Arrowhead near the Village. This place has very rustic and antique high end furnishings.
26 locals recommend
Jeannine's Home Furnishings, Gifts & Accessories
292 CA-173 Located in Beautiful Lake Arrowhead near the Village. This place has very rustic and antique high end furnishings.
Kid’s Clothes and Gifts, Souvenirs and Women’s Apparel and Accessories
Specializing in women's and children's fashion, gifts, and accessories. Sondra's opened in 1986 and has been delivering fashions in Lake Arrowhead Village ever since. Sondra's is the only Brighton Accessories retailer in the mountains. Her motto is "Wild Sophistication" because she delivers timeless clothing with an edge for the sophisticated woman
Sondra's of Lake Arrowhead
28200 CA-189Kid’s Clothes and Gifts, Souvenirs and Women’s Apparel and Accessories
Specializing in women's and children's fashion, gifts, and accessories. Sondra's opened in 1986 and has been delivering fashions in Lake Arrowhead Village ever since. Sondra's is the only Brighton Accessories retailer in the mountains. Her motto is "Wild Sophistication" because she delivers timeless clothing with an edge for the sophisticated woman
Iconic Wool Apparel & Blankets
Shop for unique wool apparel for men and women, and items for the home. You will find wool shirts, blankets, sweaters, jackets, coats, hats, and more best-selling clothing. They have a great selection of wool scarfs, gloves, tote bags, and socks that are terrific for Lake Arrowhead living (they sell non-wool items too).
19 locals recommend
Pendleton
28200 CA-189Iconic Wool Apparel & Blankets
Shop for unique wool apparel for men and women, and items for the home. You will find wool shirts, blankets, sweaters, jackets, coats, hats, and more best-selling clothing. They have a great selection of wool scarfs, gloves, tote bags, and socks that are terrific for Lake Arrowhead living (they sell non-wool items too).
Lake Arrowhead’s Local Sports Store
Shop the best brands and rent your equipment from industry professionals. Find all your winter and summer sports gear and accessories: fishing and kayak gear in the Summer and snow boards and supplies in the Winter. Big name brands, plus affordable and trendy fashion - Volcom, Roxy, Billabong, O’Neill, Quiksilver, Vans, DVS, Tom’s, Reef and Rainbow
12 locals recommend
Leroy's Shoes & Clothing
28200 CA-189Lake Arrowhead’s Local Sports Store
Shop the best brands and rent your equipment from industry professionals. Find all your winter and summer sports gear and accessories: fishing and kayak gear in the Summer and snow boards and supplies in the Winter. Big name brands, plus affordable and trendy fashion - Volcom, Roxy, Billabong, O’Neill, Quiksilver, Vans, DVS, Tom’s, Reef and Rainbow
Fairies, Dance Wear, Jewelry & Gifts
This eclectic boutique is magical! It has a wonderful selection of fairies, unusual gifts, vintage jewelry, and much more. The store is also well stocked in Dance wear, Dance Shoes, Pilates, and Yoga wear. A culture of gifts, collectibles and dance, this store is a sister company of the Lake Arrowhead Classical Ballet Company
The Studio Boutique
28200 CA-189Fairies, Dance Wear, Jewelry & Gifts
This eclectic boutique is magical! It has a wonderful selection of fairies, unusual gifts, vintage jewelry, and much more. The store is also well stocked in Dance wear, Dance Shoes, Pilates, and Yoga wear. A culture of gifts, collectibles and dance, this store is a sister company of the Lake Arrowhead Classical Ballet Company
Rustic Furnishings & Decor
Located in downtown Blue Jay, this is a great place to find the perfect furniture for your home or vacation retreat. Visit the showroom to see the lovely collection of mountains-inspired furniture for the living room, dining room, and bedroom. There is also a selection of lamps, wall art, decorative pillows, and of course Adirondack chairs.
Country Furniture
26836 CA-189Rustic Furnishings & Decor
Located in downtown Blue Jay, this is a great place to find the perfect furniture for your home or vacation retreat. Visit the showroom to see the lovely collection of mountains-inspired furniture for the living room, dining room, and bedroom. There is also a selection of lamps, wall art, decorative pillows, and of course Adirondack chairs.
Located in downtown Blue Jay, Health Habitat offers a holistic approach to health. They carry a large line of herbs, herbal products, and organics. Special natural-based sanitizer products you won’t find anywhere else. Katie Carson is a Master Herbalist and Nutritionist with over 30 years of experience mixing custom products and special recipes.
Health Habitat
27190 California 189Located in downtown Blue Jay, Health Habitat offers a holistic approach to health. They carry a large line of herbs, herbal products, and organics. Special natural-based sanitizer products you won’t find anywhere else. Katie Carson is a Master Herbalist and Nutritionist with over 30 years of experience mixing custom products and special recipes.
Local Pharmacy & Drug Store
Located in downtown Blue Jay, this is Lake Arrowhead’s primary drug store and pharmacy. Along with health and wellness products, they offer cosmetics, school supplies, food, and snacks, greeting cards, toys, beer, wine, liquor, household items, books, magazines, and gifts.
63 locals recommend
Rite Aid
27177 CA-189Local Pharmacy & Drug Store
Located in downtown Blue Jay, this is Lake Arrowhead’s primary drug store and pharmacy. Along with health and wellness products, they offer cosmetics, school supplies, food, and snacks, greeting cards, toys, beer, wine, liquor, household items, books, magazines, and gifts.
Lake-Style Furnishings & Art
You’ll enjoy this warm and inviting shop that features special gifts, artisan treasures, gourmet essentials, original art, and lake-style antiques located in historic Cedar Glen. It is a shopping experience that you will never forget.
31 locals recommend
The Lake House - Furniture and Antiques
28966 Hook Creek RdLake-Style Furnishings & Art
You’ll enjoy this warm and inviting shop that features special gifts, artisan treasures, gourmet essentials, original art, and lake-style antiques located in historic Cedar Glen. It is a shopping experience that you will never forget.
A Unique Floral Studio & Gift Shop
Wildflowers at the Lake is a unique floral studio with proven experience and a distinctive "out of the box" style. With exceptional service and uncompromising quality, they will create anything from the perfect simple hand tied bouquet to exquisite Wedding flowers. Visit their vintage style shop in Cedar Glen and experience the selection of fresh flowers.
10 locals recommend
Wildflowers at the Lake
28905 Hook Creek RdA Unique Floral Studio & Gift Shop
Wildflowers at the Lake is a unique floral studio with proven experience and a distinctive "out of the box" style. With exceptional service and uncompromising quality, they will create anything from the perfect simple hand tied bouquet to exquisite Wedding flowers. Visit their vintage style shop in Cedar Glen and experience the selection of fresh flowers.
An Intimate Antique & Home Furnishings Mall
An adventure in shopping for home decor, furnishings, antiques, and gifts is what you’ll find at this unique store located in a shopping strip center adjacent to the Cedar Glen Inn and the Trading post in historic Cedar Glen. You will find amazing items from around the world to furnish your mountain home or cabin.
51 locals recommend
Timberline In the Glen
28956 Hook Creek RdAn Intimate Antique & Home Furnishings Mall
An adventure in shopping for home decor, furnishings, antiques, and gifts is what you’ll find at this unique store located in a shopping strip center adjacent to the Cedar Glen Inn and the Trading post in historic Cedar Glen. You will find amazing items from around the world to furnish your mountain home or cabin.
An antique and vintage clothing store with unique items discovered in small shops from around Europe. The owners have collected one-of-a-kind items during their travels abroad and now sell them in their shop in Lake Arrowhead Village. Customers can also find many French and traditional American furniture dating back to the post-civil war.
chateau in the village
An antique and vintage clothing store with unique items discovered in small shops from around Europe. The owners have collected one-of-a-kind items during their travels abroad and now sell them in their shop in Lake Arrowhead Village. Customers can also find many French and traditional American furniture dating back to the post-civil war.
Stylish, chic, and simple are just a few words to describe the new store in Cedar Glen
7 locals recommend
magpi in the Glen
28938 Hook Creek RdStylish, chic, and simple are just a few words to describe the new store in Cedar Glen
A Unique Lakeside Art Gallery
Fine art sold by local artists. Community arts organization The Mountain Arts Network operates the Mountain Arts Network Gallery, located lakeside in the Lake Arrowhead Village. This co-operative Gallery is where you’ll find unique displays of the work of 50 local artists and craftsmen
23 locals recommend
Mountain Arts Network
28200 CA-189A Unique Lakeside Art Gallery
Fine art sold by local artists. Community arts organization The Mountain Arts Network operates the Mountain Arts Network Gallery, located lakeside in the Lake Arrowhead Village. This co-operative Gallery is where you’ll find unique displays of the work of 50 local artists and craftsmen
A unique collection of Antiques, Oddities, Natural Finds, Apothecary, Gourmet Pantry, Minerals, Jewelry & Home Decor.
23 locals recommend
ENCOMPASS
23775 Lake DrA unique collection of Antiques, Oddities, Natural Finds, Apothecary, Gourmet Pantry, Minerals, Jewelry & Home Decor.
Hearth & Sage is a modern general store that features high quality, ethically-made goods from local artisans and makers from California to Maine.
39 locals recommend
Hearth & Sage General Store
23443 Crest Forest DrHearth & Sage is a modern general store that features high quality, ethically-made goods from local artisans and makers from California to Maine.
Mr G's For Toys
28200 CA-189Check this place out if you are looking for games, puzzles, souvenirs, & more!
BaseCamp Skyforest is located a mile high in the San Bernardino National Forest, featuring unique finds from vintage to modern day.
35 locals recommend
BaseCamp
28626 CA-18BaseCamp Skyforest is located a mile high in the San Bernardino National Forest, featuring unique finds from vintage to modern day.
Nestled in the Southern California mountains on historic Rim O the World highway evergreen is a store filled with vintage clothing, natural apothecary and small batch, sustainably sourced goods for home, self and friends.
34 locals recommend
Evergreen Curated Goods
28626 CA-18Nestled in the Southern California mountains on historic Rim O the World highway evergreen is a store filled with vintage clothing, natural apothecary and small batch, sustainably sourced goods for home, self and friends.
Food scene
Homemade Waffles Dockside Since 1982
Best known as a lakeside family-owned restaurant featuring Belgian-style waffles in 17 different varieties. They have a popular lunch menu with homemade soup, fresh salads, burgers, and yummy desserts. Dine inside or outside, either way you will have a front-row lake view.
252 locals recommend
Belgian Waffle Works
28200 CA-189Homemade Waffles Dockside Since 1982
Best known as a lakeside family-owned restaurant featuring Belgian-style waffles in 17 different varieties. They have a popular lunch menu with homemade soup, fresh salads, burgers, and yummy desserts. Dine inside or outside, either way you will have a front-row lake view.
Home-Cooked Family Dining
This long-running restaurant dishes up home-cooked American meals. From breakfast fare and burgers, to a fresh salad bar, or prime rib dinner. They also serve a selection of beer and wine. So, grab a booth, a table or sit at the counter to experience great family dining.
85 locals recommend
Bill's Villager
27195 CA-189Home-Cooked Family Dining
This long-running restaurant dishes up home-cooked American meals. From breakfast fare and burgers, to a fresh salad bar, or prime rib dinner. They also serve a selection of beer and wine. So, grab a booth, a table or sit at the counter to experience great family dining.
A Lakeview Culinary Experience
Located at the Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa, BIN 189 is one of the mountain’s best fine dining experiences. BIN 189 is as popular with our neighbors as it is with our guests.
76 locals recommend
Bin 189
27984 CA-189A Lakeview Culinary Experience
Located at the Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa, BIN 189 is one of the mountain’s best fine dining experiences. BIN 189 is as popular with our neighbors as it is with our guests.
Nostalgic 1950’s Diner
Serving the mountain communities since 1946 with classic burgers, fresh-cut potato French fries, and homemade milkshakes and malts. Visit their 50's style diner and see for yourself why they have been called "The Best Burgers in the Mountains!"
153 locals recommend
Cedar Glen Malt Shop
29125 Hook Creek RdNostalgic 1950’s Diner
Serving the mountain communities since 1946 with classic burgers, fresh-cut potato French fries, and homemade milkshakes and malts. Visit their 50's style diner and see for yourself why they have been called "The Best Burgers in the Mountains!"
Fine Dining & Spirits
An elegant dining experience at historic Saddleback Inn near Lake Arrowhead Village. Enjoy delicious entrees including Filet Mignon, Shrimp Fettuccine, Chicken Piccolo, and their popular Lobster Mac ‘n Cheese. Pair with a fine wine, or top shelf spirits, and finish with a decadent dessert. A great place to celebrate a romantic or special occasion.
94 locals recommend
Saddleback Grill
300 CA-173Fine Dining & Spirits
An elegant dining experience at historic Saddleback Inn near Lake Arrowhead Village. Enjoy delicious entrees including Filet Mignon, Shrimp Fettuccine, Chicken Piccolo, and their popular Lobster Mac ‘n Cheese. Pair with a fine wine, or top shelf spirits, and finish with a decadent dessert. A great place to celebrate a romantic or special occasion.
Authentic Mexican Food and a Spectacular View
Experience traditional Mexican cuisine in a family-style restaurant on a cliff overlooking the Inland Empire below. Enjoy steak fajitas, lobster tacos, seafood plates, burritos, a glass of wine or beer, and their popular deep fried ice cream.
209 locals recommend
Hortencia's at the Cliffhanger
25187 CA-18Authentic Mexican Food and a Spectacular View
Experience traditional Mexican cuisine in a family-style restaurant on a cliff overlooking the Inland Empire below. Enjoy steak fajitas, lobster tacos, seafood plates, burritos, a glass of wine or beer, and their popular deep fried ice cream.
New Dockside Hangout - Let the Good Times Roll
Get ready for Lake Arrowhead’s newest place for delicious food, a variety of craft beer, and frosty cocktails. Enjoy all it has to offer, especially the amazing views of the lake.
115 locals recommend
Jetties Waterfront - Kitchen & Drink
28200 California 189New Dockside Hangout - Let the Good Times Roll
Get ready for Lake Arrowhead’s newest place for delicious food, a variety of craft beer, and frosty cocktails. Enjoy all it has to offer, especially the amazing views of the lake.
Lake Arrowhead’s First Craft Brewery
A converted warehouse, this state-of-the art brewhouse was designed to create good times. Go through the Tasting Room then out to the Beer Garden to sit among forest trees and enjoy great craft beer. Rotating food trucks stop by with awesome eats.
187 locals recommend
lake arrowhead brewing company
329 VillaLake Arrowhead’s First Craft Brewery
A converted warehouse, this state-of-the art brewhouse was designed to create good times. Go through the Tasting Room then out to the Beer Garden to sit among forest trees and enjoy great craft beer. Rotating food trucks stop by with awesome eats.
A Great Place To Eat, Drink & Watch Sports
Relaxed hangout in downtown Blue Jay featuring wings and hearty portions of American classics, a wide selection of wine and brews, cold cocktails, and tasty appetizers in a comfy setting with TVs for watching your favorite sports.
42 locals recommend
Lake Arrowhead Brewfest
A Great Place To Eat, Drink & Watch Sports
Relaxed hangout in downtown Blue Jay featuring wings and hearty portions of American classics, a wide selection of wine and brews, cold cocktails, and tasty appetizers in a comfy setting with TVs for watching your favorite sports.
Fire Roasted Pizzas Under the Pine Trees
Savor fire-roasted artisan pizza selections, and fresh gourmet salads. Sit outdoors in historic Willow Woods Park under tall pine trees and enjoy Craft Beer from their Sidedoor Saloon. Honored by Yelp as one of the Top 100 Restaurants to eat at in the US.
390 locals recommend
LouEddies Pizza
28561 CA-18Fire Roasted Pizzas Under the Pine Trees
Savor fire-roasted artisan pizza selections, and fresh gourmet salads. Sit outdoors in historic Willow Woods Park under tall pine trees and enjoy Craft Beer from their Sidedoor Saloon. Honored by Yelp as one of the Top 100 Restaurants to eat at in the US.
Mexican Food & Lake Views
Tasty Mexican food from tacos and burritos, to seafood dinners and deep-fried ice cream served indoors or outdoors with great views of Lake Arrowhead. Enjoy Margaritas, cold beer, cocktails and homemade chips ‘n salsa in the Cantina with TV’s to watch sports.
Papagayo's Mexican Bar & Grill
10943 Scarsdale BlvdMexican Food & Lake Views
Tasty Mexican food from tacos and burritos, to seafood dinners and deep-fried ice cream served indoors or outdoors with great views of Lake Arrowhead. Enjoy Margaritas, cold beer, cocktails and homemade chips ‘n salsa in the Cantina with TV’s to watch sports.
Burgers & Steaks in a Historic Building
Enjoy a variety of delicious hearty American classics at RB's Steakhouse. From burgers, steaks to seafood, they have a variety of options for the whole family. Stop by for a delicious hot meal in the cozy dining room or just hang out at the full bar, or the outdoor patio.
40 locals recommend
RB's Steakhouse
29020 Oak TerraceBurgers & Steaks in a Historic Building
Enjoy a variety of delicious hearty American classics at RB's Steakhouse. From burgers, steaks to seafood, they have a variety of options for the whole family. Stop by for a delicious hot meal in the cozy dining room or just hang out at the full bar, or the outdoor patio.
Authentic Mexican Food & Top-Shelf Tequila
Charming family-owned restaurant serving homemade Mexican food in a festive dining room with south of the border décor. Gather for Cervezas, top-shelf Tequila, and Chips ‘n Salsa on the outdoor patio under towering pine trees for a truly special forest dining experience.
Rosalba's Mexican Restaurant
1402 West Colony RoadAuthentic Mexican Food & Top-Shelf Tequila
Charming family-owned restaurant serving homemade Mexican food in a festive dining room with south of the border décor. Gather for Cervezas, top-shelf Tequila, and Chips ‘n Salsa on the outdoor patio under towering pine trees for a truly special forest dining experience.
Unique Menu That Includes Vegetarian & Vegan Food
Modern American California style Gastropub located in the mountain village of Blue Jay serves up scratch-to-table fare, craft cocktails and local beers inspired by the changing seasons, local ingredients and friendly mountain culture.
68 locals recommend
Spade & Spatula-Ca. Gastropub
27214 CA-189Unique Menu That Includes Vegetarian & Vegan Food
Modern American California style Gastropub located in the mountain village of Blue Jay serves up scratch-to-table fare, craft cocktails and local beers inspired by the changing seasons, local ingredients and friendly mountain culture.
Local Award-Winning Winery
Enjoy award-winning wines from this local mountain estate vineyard nestled in Dart Canyon in Crestline. You will find unique, handcrafted wines and hard ciders made from apples grown locally in heritage orchards throughout the San Bernardino Mountains. Their tasting room combines rugged elegance with the natural beauty of its scenic location. Tastings by appointment only.
59 locals recommend
Sycamore Ranch Vineyard & Winery
Dart Canyon RoadLocal Award-Winning Winery
Enjoy award-winning wines from this local mountain estate vineyard nestled in Dart Canyon in Crestline. You will find unique, handcrafted wines and hard ciders made from apples grown locally in heritage orchards throughout the San Bernardino Mountains. Their tasting room combines rugged elegance with the natural beauty of its scenic location. Tastings by appointment only.
Overlooking the lake, this is a destination wine bar and retail store located in historic Lake Arrowhead Village. Experience fine wine, craft beer, gourmet cheeses, decadent treats, and imported cigars. Sit back with friends and enjoy the good life.
11 locals recommend
The Grapevine
28200 California 189Overlooking the lake, this is a destination wine bar and retail store located in historic Lake Arrowhead Village. Experience fine wine, craft beer, gourmet cheeses, decadent treats, and imported cigars. Sit back with friends and enjoy the good life.
Fine Dining in a HIstoric Log Cabin
Enjoy gastronomic pub food and spirits served in a historic log cabin for a rustic and romantic experience. They serve American cuisine featuring appetizers, steaks, pasta, and fresh seafood. It’s the ideal place for Sunday brunch, or to celebrate special occasions.
217 locals recommend
The Grill At Antlers Inn
26125 CA-189Fine Dining in a HIstoric Log Cabin
Enjoy gastronomic pub food and spirits served in a historic log cabin for a rustic and romantic experience. They serve American cuisine featuring appetizers, steaks, pasta, and fresh seafood. It’s the ideal place for Sunday brunch, or to celebrate special occasions.
Great Brews & Lake Views
It is all about the rotating tap Craft Brews, specialty cocktails, and panoramic views of the lake from both indoors and the outdoor patio. From Beer Mac ‘n Cheese and Philly Fries, to Classic Burgers and Dogs & Brats, or classic Fish ‘n Chips, the menu is one-of-a-kind.
303 locals recommend
The Lakefront Tap Room Bar and Kitchen
28200 CA-189Great Brews & Lake Views
It is all about the rotating tap Craft Brews, specialty cocktails, and panoramic views of the lake from both indoors and the outdoor patio. From Beer Mac ‘n Cheese and Philly Fries, to Classic Burgers and Dogs & Brats, or classic Fish ‘n Chips, the menu is one-of-a-kind.
Great Food & Live Entertainment In A Historic Building
Located in secluded Arrowhead Villas Valley with a private amphitheater and wedding garden, this historic venue serves up great food, Sunday Brunch, live music, and dinner theater. It was popular during the Roaring 20's and allegedly brought in moonshine, gambling, dance hall girls, and celebrities directed by mobster Benjamin "Bugsy'' Siegel.
68 locals recommend
Tudor House
800 Arrowhead Villa RdGreat Food & Live Entertainment In A Historic Building
Located in secluded Arrowhead Villas Valley with a private amphitheater and wedding garden, this historic venue serves up great food, Sunday Brunch, live music, and dinner theater. It was popular during the Roaring 20's and allegedly brought in moonshine, gambling, dance hall girls, and celebrities directed by mobster Benjamin "Bugsy'' Siegel.
Fine Foods, Wine & Spirits
Visit Jensen’s in downtown Blue Jay for a complete grocery shopping experience. From the Deli with fresh salads, cold-cuts, and chef prepared meals, to the bakery with cakes, donuts, and pastries, and to the wine & spirits collection, to the select butcher department, you will find it all. They have a florist, delivery service, plus a Starbucks.
219 locals recommend
Jensen's Finest Foods
27264 CA-189Fine Foods, Wine & Spirits
Visit Jensen’s in downtown Blue Jay for a complete grocery shopping experience. From the Deli with fresh salads, cold-cuts, and chef prepared meals, to the bakery with cakes, donuts, and pastries, and to the wine & spirits collection, to the select butcher department, you will find it all. They have a florist, delivery service, plus a Starbucks.
Major Grocery Store Chain
Lake Arrowhead’s local grocery store where you will find fresh food, healthy selections and convenience. Enjoy a full-service experience from the bakery, deli, produce and meat departments. Whether you’re in the market for farm fresh local produce, freshly baked cookies or the perfect cut of meat, they have it all.
259 locals recommend
Stater Bros. Markets
28100 CA-189Major Grocery Store Chain
Lake Arrowhead’s local grocery store where you will find fresh food, healthy selections and convenience. Enjoy a full-service experience from the bakery, deli, produce and meat departments. Whether you’re in the market for farm fresh local produce, freshly baked cookies or the perfect cut of meat, they have it all.
An authentic Italian restaurant featuring cuisine from the Puglia region in the southeast of Italy, just by the sea.
151 locals recommend
Puglia Italian Restaurant
26848 CA-189An authentic Italian restaurant featuring cuisine from the Puglia region in the southeast of Italy, just by the sea.
Authentic Mexican cuisine located on Rim of the World Highway, only a 5 minute drive from Dover Cabin!
91 locals recommend
Rosalva’s Skyforest
28575 CA-18Authentic Mexican cuisine located on Rim of the World Highway, only a 5 minute drive from Dover Cabin!
Modern American California style Gastropub located in the mountain town of Blue Jay serves up scratch-to-table fare, craft cocktails and local beer.
68 locals recommend
Spade & Spatula-Ca. Gastropub
27214 CA-189Modern American California style Gastropub located in the mountain town of Blue Jay serves up scratch-to-table fare, craft cocktails and local beer.
Charming, cozy bistro specializing in farm-to-fork American & French comfort foods.
205 locals recommend
Stone Creek Bistro
26824 CA-189Charming, cozy bistro specializing in farm-to-fork American & French comfort foods.
A great stop for a fast food quality experience. Order off of their preset menu or customize your order exactly the way you want it!
41 locals recommend
Santiago's Taco Shop
27226 CA-189A great stop for a fast food quality experience. Order off of their preset menu or customize your order exactly the way you want it!
City advice
Getting around
Snow Chains
You MUST have snow chains in inclement weather. To get to Dover Treetop Cabin you MUST have snow chains with any snow or icy weather.
Check the current road conditons.
This is a link to caltrans road conditions.
https://roads.dot.ca.gov/
Don't miss
The Thursday farmer's market in Twin Peaks
Thursdays: 3pm - 7pm
The Twin Peaks Farmers Market is about farmers. Some of the most beautiful parts of living in California is the cornucopia of fruits and veggies that are grown so close to our mountain community. Local venders and more.
Check their website for open/close times due to weather conditions.
www.twinpeaksfarmersmarket com
Don't miss
Running Springs Farmers Market & Artisan Faire
Saturdays 9am - 1pm
Running Springs local Arts and Crafts Fair and Farmers Market. Check out local artisans and shop local!
Check the Running Springs Chamber website for updated open/close times (weather conditions permitting.
www.runningspringschamber com