Community

Rim of the World High School

27400 Highway 18
Lake Arrowhead, CA 92352
(909) 336-2038

Mountain High School

23332 Crestline Rd.
Crestline, CA 92325
(909) 336-0381

 

Mary Putnam Henck Intermediate

730 Rhine Rd.
Lake Arrowhead, CA 92352
(909) 336-0360

 

Charles Hoffman Elementary

2851 Running Springs School Rd.
Running Springs, CA 92382
(909) 336-0370

Grandview Elementary

180 Grandview Rd.
Twin Peaks, CA 92391
(909) 336-3420

 

Lake Arrowhead Elementary

1300 Golden Rule Lane
Lake Arrowhead, CA 92352
(909) 336-0387

 

Lake Gregory Elementary

24683 San Moritz Way
Crestline, CA 92325
(909) 336-3474

 

Valley of Enchantment Elementary

22836 Fir Lane
Crestline, CA 92325
(909) 336-0375

 

Rim Academy

27614 Highway 18
Lake Arrowhead, CA 92352
(909) 336-0314

 

Alpine Adult Education

23332 Crestline Rd.
Crestline, CA 92325
(909) 336-3434

Located in the mountains of the San Bernardino National Forest, the resort town of Lake Arrowhead is just 90 miles from Los Angeles, 70 miles from Orange County and 120 miles from San Diego. We are pleased to provide the following information about our community:

Information as of October 2002, Lake Arrowhead

Location
Lake Arrowhead is an unincorporated area of San Bernardino County consisting of 9,215 acres in the mountains of the San Bernardino National Forest. It is located just 20 miles north of San Bernardino at an elevation of approximately 5100'.
Population
Approximately 12,982 full time residents occupy 4,285 homes. An additional 6,425 second homes could be used on weekends, holidays and in the summer. The permanent population is growing at a 4% growth rate and assuming this trend continues the anticipated permanent population will be approximately 20,500 in the year 2010 and 30,000 in the year 2020.
Weather
Lake Arrowhead has a unique climate for Southern California with four distinct seasons that support an array of outdoor recreational activities and year-round beauty. The area receives 310 annual days of sunshine with summer temperatures generally in the 70° to 80°s. In the winter night time temperatures may dip below freezing but are usually above freezing by 9am with an average winter high in the 50°s. (See links on this site for Local Weather and Road Conditions)
Average Annual Precipitation
38.8” (110 year average)
Local sales tax rate 8.75%
Local property tax rate
1.00% of value + local assessments=1.3% approximately (Prop.13)
Median cost of homes
$240,000 per MLS statistics from Sept. 1, 2001 through August 31, 2002
Economy
Tourism is the primary economic generator for the area, contributing approximately $78,000,000 a year to the county and providing 600 full time and 700 part time jobs for local residents. The area is host to over 2.4 million visitors a year. It is estimated htat 50% of the employed residents commute "down the hill" daily to their jobs.

There are 400 guestrooms in hotels, motels and bed and breakfasts as well as 500 cabins and condos, which are rented on a short-term basis. The area is also popular for business conferences. Accommodation occupancy during most of the year is very high; 90% on holidays and weekends, but dips to 45% on weekdays. Summer is the most popular tourist season with winter use growing.

Mountain area recreation Swimming, fishing, camping, hiking, boating, water skiing, mountain biking, hang gliding, off-roading, fine dining, bowling, ice skating, movie theatre, astronomical society, art, jazz, classical and chamber music festivals, film festivals, snow skiing, and sledding exists throughout the mountain area. Lake Arrowhead's private lake Lake Arrowhead has a private lake which is governed by the Arrowhead Lake Association, and is for restricted use by Arrowhead Woods property owners. Lake size 782 acres approximately (at fullest level) Shoreline distance 14 miles Maximum depth 185 feet (measured at the tower) Lake width 1.5 miles Lake length 2.2 miles Water temperature 24° to 72° with an average of 50° to 72° during the summer Rim of the World School District There are 5 Elementary schools, 1 Middle and 1 High school. In 1998, all Rim Schools scored above others in the County and above State averages in STAR test results. 86% of Rim teachers have Masters Degrees, three State Architectural Awards, two California Distinguished Schools, 70% attend college.

Lake Arrowhead is located in the mountains of Southern California. Lake Arrowhead, part of the San Bernardino National Forest, is just 90 miles east from Los Angeles. Lake Arrowhead is a paradise of outdoor recreation and year-round beauty. I invite you to discover this breath-taking alpine wonderland.

Did You Know That...

• The earliest settlements by Europeans in this area were due to the logging industry.
• In the 1800's, Chinese work crews dug a series of tunnels through the San Bernardino mountains connecting to Lake Arrowhead.
• A narrow gauge steam train ran along what is now "Rim of the World" highway, through Running Springs and into Grass Valley.
• The tower that stands in the middle of Lake Arrowhead is 195 feet high and is an outlet for water to the desert below.
• The charming Willow Woods, a local shopping community, includes a log cabin building still in use that dates back to the early 1900's.
• Tour companies from all over the United States include Lake Arrowhead on their itineraries.
• The San Bernardino Mountains present a spectacular showcase of life by offering visitors over 2,000 species of flora and nearly 400 species of fauna.
• The business district of Lake Arrowhead was burned to the ground in the late 70's and was rebuilt to current status. The pavilion which stands in the center of the village was the only original building preserved.
• Many, many movies have been filmed in lake Arrowhead, including Heidi", "Magnificent Obsession", "The American President," "Space Jam," and "The Parent Trap."

For more information, see Area History at www.ShopLakeArrowhead.com.

Lake Arrowhead Real Estate

Having a second home in Lake Arrowhead is a dream come true for many people. Like all worthwhile dreams, it doesn't come cheaply, but even in a business sense, it's an excellent investment. Investment isn't the main reason most people buy property in the Arrowhead Region, though. Most people buy property there because of the incredible life style the region offers.

Lake Arrowhead and the Arrowhead Forest are among the most pristine areas in the country, and the sky is so clear that it is a primary spot for stargazing. There are summer and winter sports locally available, and the area is centrally located, only a little more than an hour from Los Angeles, Palm Springs or Orange County, and three hours or so from Las Vegas. Despite such a proximity to these areas, it feels entirely unspoiled and remote.

A Private Lake Community

The residents of the Arrowhead area are well educated and politically and environmentally aware, so they are determined to keep Lake Arrowhead as it should be. The lake is private, and can only be accessed by those who own property in Arrowhead Woods. That means you can rest assured that the lake is well patrolled, and all boats and boaters are carefully screened.

ArrowheadRealEstate.com is your key to owning a piece of paradise. We have listings for everything from huge estates to comfortable family homes. We are knowledgeable, highly professional, and dedicated to giving you the best possible service. Welcome to the dream!

Glenn Tinturin - 909-336-6733

Utilities

Cable -- Charter Communications - 866-499-8080
Electricity -- Southern Cal Edison - 800-655-4555
Gas -- The Gas Co. - 800-427-2200
Telephone -- Verizon - 800-483-4000

Trash / Disposal Service:

Heaps Peak (The Dump) - 909-337-0678
Lake Arrowhead Disposal Co. - 909-337-3810

Water:

Alpine Water Users Association - 909-337-2845
Arrowbear Park County Water - 909-867-2704
Arrowhead Manor Water Company - 909-337-1641
Arrowhead Villas Mutual Services Co.(9-1:00) - 909-337-4259
Burnt Mill Canyon Mutual Water - 909-337-1894
Cedarpines Park Mutual Water Company - 909-338-1821
Crestline-Lake Arrowhead Water Agency (CLAWA) - 909-338-1179
Crestline Village Water District - 909-338-1727
Department of Water & Sanitation, City of Big Bear Lk. - 909-866-5050
Green Valley Lake Mutual Water - 909-867-2912
Lake Arrowhead Community Svcs District (LACSD) - 909-337-8555
Running Springs Water District - 909-867-2766
Skyforest Mutual Water Company - 909-336-0851
Smiley Park Country Club - 909-867-3936
Strawberry Lodge Mutual Water Company - 909-337-4612
Valley of Enchantment Mutual Water Company - 909-338-2310
Valley View Park Mutual Water Company - 909-338-2742

Sewer:

Crestline Sanitation - 909-338-1751
Lake Arrowhead Community Svcs District (LACSD) - 909-337-8555

Post Offices:

Blue Jay, 92317 - 800-275-8777
Cedar Glen, 92321 - 909-337-4614
Cedarpines Park, 92322 - 909-339-3743
Crest Park, 92326 - 909-337-6324
Crestline, 92325 - 909-338-5489
Green Valley Lake, 92341 - 909-867-3247
Lake Arrowhead, 92352 - 800-275-8777
Rim Forest, 92378 - 909-337-4414
Running Springs, 92382 - 909-867-2468
Sky Forest, 92385 - 909-337-1419<
Twin Peaks, 92391 - 909-337-3676

Schools:

CEDU Schools, Inc. (Private Residential) - 909-867-2722
Rim of the World Unified School District - 909-336-2031
Elementary Schools:
Charles Hoffman - 909-336-0360
Grandview - 909-336-3420
Lake Arrowhead Elementary - 909-336-0387
Lake Gregory Elementary - 909-336-3474
Valley of Enchantment - 909-336-0375
Intermediate School:
Mary Putnam Henck - 909-336-0360
High Schools:
Mountain High School - 909-336-0381
Rim of the World High School - 909-336-0200
Mary Tone Education Center - 909-336-0381
The Tinturin Music Studio - 909-337-3811

Miscellaneous

Arrowhead Lake Association - 909-337-2595
Arrowhead Woods Architectural Committee - 909-336-2755
Building & Safety Department - 909-336-0640
Burkitt's Lock and Key - 909-337-3452
California Hwy Patrol, Arrowhead Office - 909-867-2791
Chamber of Commerce - 909-337-3715
County Courthouse, Twin Peaks - 909-336-0620
Dial-A-Ride - 909-338-1113
Fire Department - Lake Arrowhead- 909-337-8586
Fire INFO -- S.B. County - 909-355-8800
LACSD Engineering Dept. - 909-336-7139
Mountains Community Hospital - 909-336-3651
Mountain Locksmith - 909-337-6479
Road Conditions - Local- 909-337-7669
San Bernardino County Road Maintenance - 909-867-3683
Sheriff's Station, Twin Peaks - 909-336-0600
Sooty's Fireplace and Chimney Specialty Company - 909-337-2866
Sweep's Luck Chimney Cleaning - 909-337-0256 
U.S. Forest Service / Arrowhead Ranger Stn. - 909-337-2444
Yacht Club - 909-337-0725