Santa's Village, Amusement park near Lake Arrowhead, California
Santa's Village is an amusement park on a mountainside in California featuring rides and attractions with winter themes set among pine forests at high elevation. The grounds blend seasonal decorations with the natural landscape to create a holiday-focused environment.
The site first opened in 1955 and operated until 1998, when it closed for many years before reopening in 2016. Extensive restoration work focused on bringing back the original mid-century Alpine design that had characterized the location.
Children visit year-round to meet Santa and join in activities like decorating cookies and making crafts in mountain workshops. These experiences become memorable moments during family trips to the highlands.
The park operates seasonally during cooler months, with extended evening hours in December for holiday light displays. Visitors should prepare for high-altitude conditions and mountain weather that can change during the day.
Visitors can feed real reindeer at the Silver Bell Arena and learn about these Arctic animals from animal care professionals. This hands-on encounter with live animals becomes a memorable highlight for many guests.
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