Bear Lake Valley

US Highway 89 from Montpelier travels south along the west side of the beautifully turquoise blue Bear Lake. You won’t be able to resist stopping to put your bare feet in the sand and crystal clear water. You can wade out far from shore in the shallow water along the beaches. There is so much to do and see in this beautiful valley.

Shortly after settlement in 1863, an ominous tale began to circulate regarding a large, serpent-like creature lurking beneath the lake’s icy waters. Indians told the first settlers that a monster had attacked and carried off two of their tribe members. As a result, the tribe had stopped coming to the lake shore and bathing in the turquoise blue waters of Bear Lake. When visiting Bear Lake, always keep your eyes and ears open. You never know when you may be the one gobbled up by the Bear Lake Monster!

Bear Lake Convention & Visitors Bureau
69 N. Paradise Parkway Bld. C, P.O. Box 471
Garden City, UT 84028
435-946-2197 | 1-800-448-BEAR (2327) 277
Bear Lake Byway Brochure
[PDF, 12.97 MB]Bear Lake County Chamber of Commerce

Bear Lake Valley Recreation

Bear Lake National Wildlife Refuge

This waterfowl refuge, along the north shore of beautiful Bear Lake, is great for observing white-faced ibis, Canada geese, ducks, sandhill cranes, and a variety of songbirds.

Stone Meadow Lodge at Bear Lake

Sleeps 20 people. 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3 levels. 3,500 square feet. 4-wheel drive is required during the winter months. Kitchen, Washer, Dryer, Free WiFi, Air conditioning and more.

Epic Hot Springs at North Beach

Previously called Bear Lake Hot Springs. The hot springs has steamy water flowing through the two outdoor shallow soaking pools. Epic Rentals runs the hot springs. Winter: Closed THE CAMPGROUND IS CLOSED.

North Bear Rentals

Winter & Summer rentals. North Bear Rentals rents UTVs, Snowmobiles, Jet Skis, Boats, Wakeboards, Water Skis, 3-Man Tubes, kayaks, SUP Boards, Water Trampoline and more. Located 10 minutes north of Bear Lake North Beach in Bloomington, Idaho.

Georgetown Relief Society Hall

Summer only. This small log and wood frame building over 125 years old, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. In Georgetown’s early settlement, it functioned as a local chapel, schoolhouse and general meeting hall. For many years it was a focal point for the female society of…

Bear Lake Ranch House

Group lodging for 30+ people. 24 miles from North Beach at Bear Lake. Tents and Trailers are welcome on property. Additional costs apply.

City Of Paris Historical Museum

The museum displays local history artifacts and is located directly across the street from the historic Paris Tabernacle.

Fish Haven Canyon Trail Head

Summer and Winter trail head above Fish Haven near Bear Lake for snowmobiling, ATV riding, hiking and mountain biking. ATV & Recreation Trails: View our ArcGis interactive map. Snowmobile Map: Idaho State Parks Snowmobile Trail Map with Grooming Info Montpelier Ranger District 322 North 4th Street Montpelier, Idaho 83254 (208)…

Bluebird Inn at Bear Lake

Themed rooms include a fireplace, bathroom with shower and separate tub, and double sinks. Accommodations for up to 18 people. Robes, slippers, hot tub, gardens and grounds, full gourmet breakfast.

Emigration Campground

Emigration Campground is located in 17 miles west of Montpelier, Idaho, just off State Highway 36 in Emigration Canyon. Visitors enjoy exploring the nearby Highline Trail and fishing on local streams. Click on photos to see detail.

Paris Tabernacle Historical Site

This place of worship is recognized as one of the true pioneer landmarks of the West and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. In 1889, this Romanesque Mormon tabernacle was constructed of red sandstone that had to be transported by wagon or sled from a quarry 18…

Montpelier Canyon Trailhead

Crow Creek trail head near Montpelier Idaho offers snowmobiling, ATV riding and mountain biking. ATV & Recreation Trails: View our ArcGIS interactive map. Snowmobile Map: Idaho State Parks Snowmobile Trail Map with Grooming Info

North Fork Overflow Campground

North Fork Overflow Campground located in St Charles, Idaho in St. Charles Canyon near Bear Lake. Hiking, biking, horseback riding and motorcycling on local trails, and fishing in St. Charles Creek. Reservations at https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233288.

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