Bear Lake

This 120-square mile sparkling lake straddles the Idaho-Utah border. Swimmers will enjoy a two-mile-long beach on the north end of the lake, plus a mile-and-a-half of beach on the east side.

The gradual slope of the lake bottom provides an enormous swimming area. The lake is known for its turquoise waters and offers:

  • Swim and relax on the sandy beaches — Enjoy Bear Lake’s wide, gradual shoreline and turquoise water.
  • Go power boating — Spend the day cruising across the lake.
  • Try water skiing — Bear Lake is a great destination for water-sports enthusiasts.
  • Ride a Jet Ski — Rent or bring a personal watercraft and explore the lake.
  • Go sailing — Take advantage of the lake’s open water and scenic surroundings.
  • Go fishing — Fish the lake for its variety of species.
  • Rent a boat or water toys — Equipment rentals make it easy to enjoy the lake without bringing your own gear.
  • Enjoy the scenery and take photos — Bear Lake is famous for its striking turquoise-blue water and mountain scenery.
  • Make it a longer getaway — Combine lake activities with camping, hiking, biking, or scenic drives in the surrounding Bear Lake Valley.
  • Visit BearLake.org for more information.

Address

241 US-89, Fish Haven, ID 83287

GPS

42.000796868447, -111.40875429324

Telephone

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