Spending The Day In And Around Lake Arrowhead

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By SweetiePie

If you love the mountains you can always drive up to Lake Arrowhead, California, which is about 80 miles east of Los Angeles, California. Of course I highly recommend using Google Maps to plot at the exact route from the location you are driving from. It is even possible to take public transportation from Los Angeles to Lake Arrowhead and back, so make sure to use that feature on Google Maps if you are a pedestrian.  It does not matter whether you are driving up to Lake Arrowhead or taking the bus, but what I can guarantee is you will have a marvelous time taking pictures of the beautiful scenery when you do manage to come up here to this part of the San Bernardino Mountains.

Pictures of the large rock formations across the street from Rim High on Highway 18. Mount San Gorgonio is in the distance.
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Pictures of the large rock formations across the street from Rim High on Highway 18. Mount San Gorgonio is in the distance.
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Cloud cover as seen from Highway 18 near Lake Arrowhead, California.
Cloud cover as seen from Highway 18 near Lake Arrowhead, California.
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Looking down from the Rim of the World Highway.
Looking down from the Rim of the World Highway.
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This stretch of the Rim of the World Highway near Lake Arrowhead is known for its scenic vistas.
This stretch of the Rim of the World Highway near Lake Arrowhead is known for its scenic vistas.
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Another picture of the clouds hovering over the San Bernardino Valley.
Another picture of the clouds hovering over the San Bernardino Valley.
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Another shot of Mount San Gorgornio in the distance as seen from Highway 18.
Another shot of Mount San Gorgornio in the distance as seen from Highway 18.
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Looking down two thousand or so feet to the hills below Highway 18.
Looking down two thousand or so feet to the hills below Highway 18.
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A rock on the steep thousand foot drop off the precipice of Highway 18 in the San Bernardino Mountains.
A rock on the steep thousand foot drop off the precipice of Highway 18 in the San Bernardino Mountains.
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Driving up the Rim of the World Highway can be spectacular during the day, but you can also see beautiful vistas with the sparkling city lights below if you drive up during the night. 

Make sure to use Google Earth to plan your drive up to the San Bernardino Mountains, or you can get a ride with friends.  I also highly recommend taking the MARTA bus service if you do not want to drive up and down the mountain because it is very convenient and affordable.

I love making videos of beautiful things in the San Bernardino Mountains where I grew up, and now that I have a video camera I have a penchant for showing the beauty of the city lights as seen on the drive up the mountain.  I hope you enjoy these short YouTube videos I have made of the mountain where I spent so much of my time.

Taking Pictures As I Walk Around The Woods In Lake Arrowhead

As someone who grew up in Lake Arrowhead I enjoy taking beautiful pictures of the woods when I go for walks up there.  Here are a few of my favorite pictures from my most recent trip.

A slightly blurry picture in the Lake Arrowhead region.
A slightly blurry picture in the Lake Arrowhead region.
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Picture looking out towards The Pinnacles in Lake Arrowhead, California.
Picture looking out towards The Pinnacles in Lake Arrowhead, California.
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Picture of the trees on the back side of the San Bernardino Mountains in the Lake Arrowhead region.
Picture of the trees on the back side of the San Bernardino Mountains in the Lake Arrowhead region.
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Picture looking out towards Mount Baldy.
Picture looking out towards Mount Baldy.
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Mount Baldy is a snow capped wonderland.
Mount Baldy is a snow capped wonderland.
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I love being on the backside of the San Bernarndino Mountains because you can see views of Mount Baldy.
I love being on the backside of the San Bernarndino Mountains because you can see views of Mount Baldy.
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I love the little wispy cloud above Mount Baldy that can be seen in this picture I took on the back side of the San Bernardino Mountains.
I love the little wispy cloud above Mount Baldy that can be seen in this picture I took on the back side of the San Bernardino Mountains.
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The large boulders on The Pinnacles are a rock climbers dream, but I would prefer to take pictures of these instead. The Pinnacles is one of the most beautiful locations in the world, but I am bias of course.
The large boulders on The Pinnacles are a rock climbers dream, but I would prefer to take pictures of these instead. The Pinnacles is one of the most beautiful locations in the world, but I am bias of course.
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The view from Hesperia in Lake Arrowhead, California is spectacular indeed.
The view from Hesperia in Lake Arrowhead, California is spectacular indeed.
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Take a walk in the woods in scenic Lake Arrowhead, California
Take a walk in the woods in scenic Lake Arrowhead, California
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A view of oak trees in the San Bernardino Mountains. Most of the leaves have fallen of these trees since it is winter.
A view of oak trees in the San Bernardino Mountains. Most of the leaves have fallen of these trees since it is winter.
Another view looking down towards Hesperia.
Another view looking down towards Hesperia.
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A view of pine tree and oak tree branches looking out towards a cloud covered Mount Baldy.
A view of pine tree and oak tree branches looking out towards a cloud covered Mount Baldy.
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Have to love the sun streaming through the clouds in this view of Mount Baldy.
Have to love the sun streaming through the clouds in this view of Mount Baldy.
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If you watch the video you can see the city lights look spectacular on the ride or drive up the mountain. 

Cloudy view of Mount Baldy in the distance.
Cloudy view of Mount Baldy in the distance.
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Branches and clouds in the sky above.
Branches and clouds in the sky above.
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A late afternoon walk in the San Bernardino Mountains.
A late afternoon walk in the San Bernardino Mountains.
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I love the shape of the barren trees in the winter months, which will be blossoming in a few months come spring.
I love the shape of the barren trees in the winter months, which will be blossoming in a few months come spring.
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The trees and the clouds make for wonderful views.
The trees and the clouds make for wonderful views.
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Love the clouds in the sky, which were signs of the impending rain storm that hit Lake Arrowhead later that night.
Love the clouds in the sky, which were signs of the impending rain storm that hit Lake Arrowhead later that night.
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Another picture of The Pinnacles with trees slightly obstructed the view. I love the take pictures of mountains peeking out through tree branches, it is my thing!
Another picture of The Pinnacles with trees slightly obstructed the view. I love the take pictures of mountains peeking out through tree branches, it is my thing!
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The branches of a pine tree are quite intriguing indeed.
The branches of a pine tree are quite intriguing indeed.
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Picture of the sky with an pine tree and oak tree.
Picture of the sky with an pine tree and oak tree.
Clouds with orange and bluish colors in the sky on a late afternoon in the Lake Arrowhead vicinity.
Clouds with orange and bluish colors in the sky on a late afternoon in the Lake Arrowhead vicinity.
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Another view looking out towards Mount Baldy with a pine tree on the left-hand side of the photograph.
Another view looking out towards Mount Baldy with a pine tree on the left-hand side of the photograph.
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The clouds are illuminated with sun seeping through.
The clouds are illuminated with sun seeping through.
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Amazing clouds in the San Bernardino Mountains
Amazing clouds in the San Bernardino Mountains
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The view of Hesperia in the late afternoon as photograph in Lake Arrowhead, California.
The view of Hesperia in the late afternoon as photograph in Lake Arrowhead, California.
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Acorns on the ground in December of 2010.
Acorns on the ground in December of 2010.
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As I take walks through the woods of Lake Arrowhead I randomly snap pictures of things I find fascinating and beautiful, which are images you can also experience if you decide to make a trip the beautiful San Bernardino Mountains.  Many people only think of the lake, but I highly recommend taking a walk in the woods when you come up to the San Bernardino Mountains.

View of Mount Baldy near sunset.
View of Mount Baldy near sunset.
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The tangerine tinge of sunset colors in the rain clouds hover near the San Bernardino Mountains.
The tangerine tinge of sunset colors in the rain clouds hover near the San Bernardino Mountains.
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Another lovely photograph of the vista looking out towards Mount Baldy.
Another lovely photograph of the vista looking out towards Mount Baldy.
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The rain clouds are striking against the patches of blue sky near sunset.
The rain clouds are striking against the patches of blue sky near sunset.
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Late on Christmas day I very much enjoyed walking around the woods in Lake Arrowhead, California.
Late on Christmas day I very much enjoyed walking around the woods in Lake Arrowhead, California.
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The colors of the sky are mingling together to make a lovely sunset with the view of Mount Baldy in the distance.
The colors of the sky are mingling together to make a lovely sunset with the view of Mount Baldy in the distance.
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The silhouette of the pine and oak trees near sunset.
The silhouette of the pine and oak trees near sunset.
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A large blackened tree stump in the San Bernardino Mountains.
A large blackened tree stump in the San Bernardino Mountains.
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Looking out towards The Pinnacles with rain clouds in the sky.
Looking out towards The Pinnacles with rain clouds in the sky.
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Another view of Hesperia with beautiful rain clouds in the sky.
Another view of Hesperia with beautiful rain clouds in the sky.
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The stripe of blue sky looks amazing over the patches of orange clouds in the sunset sky as photographed in the San Bernardino Mountains.
The stripe of blue sky looks amazing over the patches of orange clouds in the sunset sky as photographed in the San Bernardino Mountains.
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The streaked and colorful sky of sunset.
The streaked and colorful sky of sunset.
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The sunset peaking through the branches of the tree.
The sunset peaking through the branches of the tree.
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Looking down the hillside in the San Bernardino Mountains.
Looking down the hillside in the San Bernardino Mountains.
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Remember To Take Pictures On Your Trip To Lake Arrowhead

Make sure to bring along a digital camera so you can take pictures on your next trip to Lake Arrowhead, California, which is truly a spectacular place to visit.

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jeanie.stecher 17 months ago

Nice pictures you have here. The place looks solemn and peaceful and definitely a good place to have camp. =)

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Wooded 17 months ago

What beautiful pictures. You are blessed to be able to visit there and see these views in person. Thanks for sharing!

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SteveoMc 17 months ago

Lovely photos, looks like a neat place to visit.

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Mentalist acer Level 6 Commenter 17 months ago

The mountains are beautiful along with the city lights,SweetiePie;)

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kirutaye 17 months ago

Beautiful pictures and stunning scenery. :o))

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katiem2 17 months ago

WOW, I love to hike and climb, Lake Arrowhead looks like heaven from here. Beautiful pictures and wonderful details. :) Katie

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alekhouse Level 4 Commenter 17 months ago

Great pics, Julia...love to take a trip up to Lake Arrowhead...only wish I lived in that part of the country. Thanks for the visit.

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SweetiePie Hub Author 17 months ago

I appreciate all the great comments, and I think anyone who has a chance to go up to Lake Arrowhead will truly love it.

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Hello, hello, 17 months ago

They are wonderful, you pictures as well as the mountains. Thank you for sharing.

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agusfanani Level 3 Commenter 16 months ago

wow, those are breathtakingly beautiful pictures you present in this hub.

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ChilliWilly Level 1 Commenter 16 months ago

Oh gosh, what a gorgeous place. Thanks for sharing!

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SweetiePie Hub Author 16 months ago

Thank you ChillyWilly!

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