Lake Arrowhead California Map

About Lake Arrowhead, California

Lake Arrowhead is a locality in San Bernardino County, California, United States. It has a population of 10,639. The population density is 234.7 people per km². Lake Arrowhead is located at 34.2483°N, 117.1892°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 92391.

Lake Arrowhead rises from the San Bernardino Mountains like a jewel, its sapphire surface reflecting the deep green of surrounding pines and cedars. It lies 8.4 miles north of Highland, CA (from Highland, CA: bearing 8°T), and is situated 7.5 miles north-north-east of Del Rosa. The air here, crisp and carrying the scent of evergreen, carries a stillness that only the high country can impart, a quietude punctuated by the occasional cry of a hawk or the distant murmur of voices from the shore. Jagged peaks, softened by the haze of distance, form a majestic backdrop, their slopes a mosaic of sun-drenched granite and shadowed ravines, where wildflowers bloom with a tenacious beauty in the warmer months. The terrain itself feels ancient, sculpted by forces unseen, the very earth breathing a slow, steady rhythm that resonates with the persistent rustle of leaves. Originally conceived as a reservoir in the early 20th century, Lake Arrowhead’s transformation into a resort destination has left an indelible mark on its character. The waters, once primarily for agricultural and industrial use, now draw visitors seeking respite and recreation, with private docks and public beaches dotting its shoreline. The local economy, once tied to logging and mining, has largely shifted to tourism and the service industry, catering to weekenders and permanent residents alike who are drawn to the mountain lifestyle. The distinctive Bavarian-inspired architecture found in the village, a deliberate aesthetic choice from its early development, lends a whimsical charm to the heart of Lake Arrowhead, a testament to the aspirations of those who envisioned this alpine retreat.

About This Lake Arrowhead Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Lake Arrowhead, California with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Lake Arrowhead and San Bernardino County.

Detailed location data for Lake Arrowhead includes the ZIP code (92352), telephone area code (909), county seat of San Bernardino County (San Bernardino), and school district assignment (Rim of the World Unified School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Lake Arrowhead is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.