Location
Bear Lake was formed 28,000 years ago by earthquake activity. At an elevation of 5,923 feet, Bear Lake is 20 miles long and eight miles wide, 208 feet deep, and covers 112 square miles. Originally Bear Lake was called Black Bear Lake by Donald Mackenzie, explorer for the North West Fur Company who discovered it in 1819 while scouting for fur-bearing animals. The name was later changed to Bear Lake. Two Mountain Man Rendezvous were held in the area in the mid 1820's. WHY IS IT SO BLUE? Its beautiful and unique green-blue color is the result of calcium carbonates suspended in the lake.
Recreation
Waterskiing, swimming, scuba diving, and sailing are favorite activities. Anglers enjoy fishing for cutthroat, mackinaw and whitefish. Winter draws snowmobilers, ice anglers, and eagle watchers.
Nearby
Rendezvous Beach Rentals / Bear Lake Fun is located at the west end of the day use beach at Bear Lake State Park - Rendezvous Beach . They offer boat, Sea Doo, and non-motorized watercraft rentals, boating and fishing supplies and accessories, a small fast food grill, and cozy camper cabin rentals. Call (435) 946-2900 / (435) 946-3200 or visit www.bearlakefun.com . Marina Rentals / Bear Lake Fun is located within the Bear Lake State Park - Marina . They offer boat, Sea Doo, and non-motorized watercraft rentals along with boating and fishing supplies and accessories, on-the-water fuel, and a small fast food grill. Call (435) 946-5800 / (435) 946-2900 or visit www.bearlakefun.com .