There’s a place in Southern California that has both stunningly blue water and picturesque scenery. Lake Arrowhead, found within the mountains of the San Bernardino National Forest, is known as ‘The Alps of California.’ With its crisp leaves in the fall and snow-covered trees in the winter, the lake offers recreational activities to do year-round.

Lake Arrowhead is one of the best-kept secrets on the west coast.

Lake Arrowhead Village/Facebook The lake features some of the most amazing views surrounded by deep, blue water.

Lodging and dining options are found around the village, making it the perfect getaway to relax and recharge in nature.

Lake Arrowhead Village/Facebook

Rent a boat or partake in the Lake Arrowhead Queen tour for an excursion around the water.

Lake Arrowhead Village/Facebook There are several water activities to enjoy, no matter what your taste.

Grab a coffee and take a walk around the village. There’s so much to see and do including shopping, dining, and events.

Lake Arrowhead Village/Facebook There are several restaurants that have everything from pizza to Belgian waffles, ice cream, and more.

For shopping, you can get everything from apparel to books, and home furnishings.

Lake Arrowhead Village/Facebook The village also has a selection of spas and gyms to pamper yourself during your getaway.

The wintertime calls for a host of activities in the snow with a hot cup of hot chocolate to end the day.

Lake Arrowhead Village/Facebook It’s fun to celebrate the various seasons at the lake and get a taste of winter, while still being in Southern California.

The village has a classic charm at night with its lights and cool mountain breeze.

Lake Arrowhead Village/Facebook Evenings are a great time to go to dinner before heading back to your hotel or cabin after a fun day spent enjoying the lake.

We love that Lake Arrowhead reminds us of the Alps and looks nothing like we’ve seen before on the west coast. Would you like to take a trip to the lake?

Lake Arrowhead Village/Facebook

The lake features some of the most amazing views surrounded by deep, blue water.

There are several water activities to enjoy, no matter what your taste.

There are several restaurants that have everything from pizza to Belgian waffles, ice cream, and more.

The village also has a selection of spas and gyms to pamper yourself during your getaway.

It’s fun to celebrate the various seasons at the lake and get a taste of winter, while still being in Southern California.

Evenings are a great time to go to dinner before heading back to your hotel or cabin after a fun day spent enjoying the lake.

Learn more information about lodging and dining on their website or Facebook page.

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Address: 28200 CA-189, Lake Arrowhead, CA 92352, USA