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San Bernardino, California
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Lake Arrowhead is unique because it is one of the few private lakes in California, meaning access is restricted to property owners and their guests.
Before it was known as Lake Arrowhead, the area was called Little Bear Lake, a name that still resonates with some locals.
The lake was created in the 1920s by the Arrowhead Reservoir Company as part of a reservoir project.
The Lake Arrowhead Film Festival, which started in 1999, celebrates independent films and has become a notable event in the area.
The surrounding San Bernardino National Forest is home to diverse wildlife, including black bears, mountain lions, and bald eagles.
Lake Arrowhead Village offers a quaint shopping and dining experience, with a history dating back to the 1920s when it was first developed as a resort area.
The area boasts numerous hiking trails, such as the Pacific Crest Trail, offering stunning views of the lake and surrounding mountains.
Founded in 1932, the Lake Arrowhead Yacht Club is one of the oldest inland yacht clubs in the United States.
