LAKE ARROWHEAD
Favorite Restaurants
Bill's Villager
27195 CA-189I love the breakfast here, they stop serving breakfast at 2pm.
This place is my 2nd favorite down in the village
303 locals recommend
The Lakefront Tap Room Bar and Kitchen
28200 CA-189This place is my 2nd favorite down in the village
Belgian Waffle Works
28200 CA-189https://www.belgianwaffle.com/
This is now my #1 favorite place to eat in Lake Arrowhead! I love the food, service and the VIEW!
https://www.jettiesla.com/
115 locals recommend
Jetties Waterfront - Kitchen & Drink
28200 California 189This is now my #1 favorite place to eat in Lake Arrowhead! I love the food, service and the VIEW!
https://www.jettiesla.com/
Bin 189 at the Lake Arrowhead Resort next to the Village (it’s definitely “fine dining” in Lake Arrowhead terms, with a huge wine selection and a lovely deck with forest/lake views. Inside, enjoy scenic lake views and creative cocktails, microbrews and wines by the glass served in front of a cozy stone fireplace. The rustic chic, birch paneled venue includes a bar complete with tree stumps, antler chandeliers and offers a variety of signature dishes, and custom cocktails for all occasions. The hotel has plenty of parking and nice ambiance. Be sure to try their tomato bisque!)
76 locals recommend
Bin 189
27984 CA-189Bin 189 at the Lake Arrowhead Resort next to the Village (it’s definitely “fine dining” in Lake Arrowhead terms, with a huge wine selection and a lovely deck with forest/lake views. Inside, enjoy scenic lake views and creative cocktails, microbrews and wines by the glass served in front of a cozy stone fireplace. The rustic chic, birch paneled venue includes a bar complete with tree stumps, antler chandeliers and offers a variety of signature dishes, and custom cocktails for all occasions. The hotel has plenty of parking and nice ambiance. Be sure to try their tomato bisque!)
Cadillac Cowboy
Yummy BBQ & country music...this place is a new favorite!
Groceries
There are 2 options for Grocery supplies in Arrowhead
This is closest to the cabin, it has a Starbucks inside and is in Blue Jay near Bill's Villager and CVS
219 locals recommend
Jensen's Finest Foods
27264 CA-189This is closest to the cabin, it has a Starbucks inside and is in Blue Jay near Bill's Villager and CVS
This is the big Grocery Store in town. It's right in Arrowhead Village
259 locals recommend
Stater Bros. Markets
28100 CA-189This is the big Grocery Store in town. It's right in Arrowhead Village
Beach Days
The Lake Association no longer allows Short Term Renters to use the lake pass for access to Lake Arrowhead, but see waterskiing below as an option.
Lake Gregory is a beautiful lake about 20 min away. It has swimming, kayak rentals and a lake path. They also have fishing but you will need a state license or day permit.
All-Access
Day Pass
$25/day
Includes:
Inflatable Water Park, Water Slides, Beach access, and Splash Pad
Lake Gregory Dog Park
https://www.lakegregory.com/activities
Apres swim...visit Goodwin & Son’s Soda Fountain inside the Goodwin’s Market (across the street from all the lake activities at Lake Gregory). They have hand mixed soda, ice cream, milk shakes, floats, sundaes, hand dipped chocolates, fudge, crepes, etc.
128 locals recommend
Goodwin & Sons Market
24089 Lake Gregory DrApres swim...visit Goodwin & Son’s Soda Fountain inside the Goodwin’s Market (across the street from all the lake activities at Lake Gregory). They have hand mixed soda, ice cream, milk shakes, floats, sundaes, hand dipped chocolates, fudge, crepes, etc.
Hikes
Do your research and make sure you are up for these. The peak hikes are the most advanced
Pinnacles Trail 3W16
California 173This is a peak trail with gorgeous views
Tunnel 2 Trail 3W19
598 Sonoma DrAnother gorgeous hike with views
Walk the very nearby trail of San Bernardino Land Trust (the Will Abell Memorial Trail) There’s a dirt parking lot on Grass Valley Rd by flag poles, with a paved path leading up into the hills. It makes a long or short loop.
76 locals recommend
Will Abell Memorial Trail at Arrowhead Ridge
Walk the very nearby trail of San Bernardino Land Trust (the Will Abell Memorial Trail) There’s a dirt parking lot on Grass Valley Rd by flag poles, with a paved path leading up into the hills. It makes a long or short loop.
The trailhead is located right next to Camp Seely, in Crestline.
The best time of day to do the Heart Rock hike is in the morning. You can pretty much have the trail to yourself. A majority of people go midday and it gets busy, especially on weekends.
***The biggest mistake that happens on the heart rock hike is people missing the heart rock trail It happens because the trail is basically unmarked. When you see the big logs, veer off to the right instead of going straight on the paved road.
We walked back on the paved road this last time and I would guess that 75% of the people that go on this hike miss the actual Heart Rock Trail. Some people on the road miss the Heart Rock formation at the end.
Whether you take the road or the trail, you can still get to the same place. But the trail is so much prettier with views of Seely Creek and the canyon’s beautiful rock walls. Get the most bang for your buck by walking on the the Heart Rock trail.
134 locals recommend
Heart Rock Trail
Heart Rock TrailThe trailhead is located right next to Camp Seely, in Crestline.
The best time of day to do the Heart Rock hike is in the morning. You can pretty much have the trail to yourself. A majority of people go midday and it gets busy, especially on weekends.
***The biggest mistake that happens on the heart rock hike is people missing the heart rock trail It happens because the trail is basically unmarked. When you see the big logs, veer off to the right instead of going straight on the paved road.
We walked back on the paved road this last time and I would guess that 75% of the people that go on this hike miss the actual Heart Rock Trail. Some people on the road miss the Heart Rock formation at the end.
Whether you take the road or the trail, you can still get to the same place. But the trail is so much prettier with views of Seely Creek and the canyon’s beautiful rock walls. Get the most bang for your buck by walking on the the Heart Rock trail.
Dogwood Trail Trailhead
A nice kid friendly walk through the trees.
Arrowhead Village
McKenzie's WaterSki School
https://mckenziewaterskischool.com
Lake Arrowhead Village
28200 CA-189https://thelakearrowheadvillage.com/attractions/
Arrowhead Queen Tour Boat
28200 CA-189https://lakearrowheadqueen.com/
Summer Concert Line Up:
lakearrowheadsummerconcerts dot com
Upcoming Events:
• For upcoming events, check ilovelakearrowhead dot com
It’s a good resource for Eat, Play, Shop
• The Village has lots of concerts in the summer, Octoberfest in the fall, and fun Christmas events, so be sure to check their events website!
465 locals recommend
Lake Arrowhead Village
28200 CA-189Summer Concert Line Up:
lakearrowheadsummerconcerts dot com
Upcoming Events:
• For upcoming events, check ilovelakearrowhead dot com
It’s a good resource for Eat, Play, Shop
• The Village has lots of concerts in the summer, Octoberfest in the fall, and fun Christmas events, so be sure to check their events website!
Family Fun
Don't be fooled by the name. This place has it all, including insane mountain biking trails, zip-line, archery, axe throwing, sharp shooting, ice skating, trains and so much more!
Sky Park has year round fun!
https://skyparksantasvillage.com/activities/
564 locals recommend
SkyPark at Santa's Village
28950 CA-18 Don't be fooled by the name. This place has it all, including insane mountain biking trails, zip-line, archery, axe throwing, sharp shooting, ice skating, trains and so much more!
Sky Park has year round fun!
https://skyparksantasvillage.com/activities/
• Picnic and zip line (free and kid-size!) at MacKay Park (it has great kid play equipment). This park has picnic tables on a big lookout point with an amazing view of the whole lake! Pick up yummy sandwiches at Jensen's deli, Jensen’s caries all the makings of a good picnic.
68 locals recommend
MacKay Park
321 Rouse Ranch Road• Picnic and zip line (free and kid-size!) at MacKay Park (it has great kid play equipment). This park has picnic tables on a big lookout point with an amazing view of the whole lake! Pick up yummy sandwiches at Jensen's deli, Jensen’s caries all the makings of a good picnic.
• Rent kayaks, stand up paddle boards, small boats and more at Lake Gregory (only 18 mins from the cabin! Bring lifejackets or come early since they may run out of ones you can rent) Lake Gregory beach/water activities are open from Memorial Day thru Labor Day
• Play on the inflatable floating obstacle course or try the giant water slides at Lake Gregory
• Go fishing at Lake Gregory, where they stock it with fish twice a month (can you tell there’s lots to do at Lake Gregory, and it’s so close to the cabin)
204 locals recommend
Lake Gregory Dog Park
• Rent kayaks, stand up paddle boards, small boats and more at Lake Gregory (only 18 mins from the cabin! Bring lifejackets or come early since they may run out of ones you can rent) Lake Gregory beach/water activities are open from Memorial Day thru Labor Day
• Play on the inflatable floating obstacle course or try the giant water slides at Lake Gregory
• Go fishing at Lake Gregory, where they stock it with fish twice a month (can you tell there’s lots to do at Lake Gregory, and it’s so close to the cabin)
Get the kids up on water skis with the Mackenzie Ski School at the Village. Their instructors are amazing at getting even small kids up on skis. The months of operation are Memorial Day thru Labor Day.
71 locals recommend
McKenzie's WaterSki School
Get the kids up on water skis with the Mackenzie Ski School at the Village. Their instructors are amazing at getting even small kids up on skis. The months of operation are Memorial Day thru Labor Day.
Winter Fun
Snow Valley is a great mountain for the family. My boys actually love snowboarding here, they sometimes prefer it to Big Bear because its' less crowded (and more affordable)
347 locals recommend
Snow Valley Mountain Resort
35100 CA-18Snow Valley is a great mountain for the family. My boys actually love snowboarding here, they sometimes prefer it to Big Bear because its' less crowded (and more affordable)
Family Snow Tubing In The Forest
Snowdrift Tubing Park is a great way to have family winter fun. It’s the oldest snow tubing park in Southern California where people of all ages can enjoy a frosty adventure. They offer snowy slopes for downhill rides on individual snow tubes designed with handles and a belly strap. There is beginner, intermediate, and advanced slopes, and they supply the tubes.
San Bernardino National Forest
24600 Hwy-18, Green Valley Lake
130 locals recommend
Snowdrift Snow Tubing Park
34600 CA-18Family Snow Tubing In The Forest
Snowdrift Tubing Park is a great way to have family winter fun. It’s the oldest snow tubing park in Southern California where people of all ages can enjoy a frosty adventure. They offer snowy slopes for downhill rides on individual snow tubes designed with handles and a belly strap. There is beginner, intermediate, and advanced slopes, and they supply the tubes.
San Bernardino National Forest
24600 Hwy-18, Green Valley Lake
Santa’s Village is a magical place year-round, but something extra special happens when we get close to the holiday season: the entire village transforms into a dazzling Christmas Wonderland!
564 locals recommend
SkyPark at Santa's Village
28950 CA-18Santa’s Village is a magical place year-round, but something extra special happens when we get close to the holiday season: the entire village transforms into a dazzling Christmas Wonderland!
My boys like both the day and night skiing and snowboarding at Snow Summit and Big Bear. It can be a bit of a drive from Ironwood Cabin though, so sometimes they prefer Snow Valley.
119 locals recommend
Big Bear Mountain Resort
880 Summit BlvdMy boys like both the day and night skiing and snowboarding at Snow Summit and Big Bear. It can be a bit of a drive from Ironwood Cabin though, so sometimes they prefer Snow Valley.