Bear Lake is a 20-mile long and eight-mile wide natural lake with beautiful, placid waters that perfectly match the tranquil pace of the quaint towns that dot the shore. In the winter, the Bear Lake area transforms into a snowy adventureland, headlined by ice fishing and snowmobiling. On the western shore of Bear Lake,…
Bear Lake is a 20-mile long and eight-mile wide natural lake with beautiful, placid waters that perfectly match the tranquil pace of the quaint towns that dot the shore. In the winter, the Bear Lake area transforms into a snowy adventureland, headlined by ice fishing and snowmobiling. On the western shore of Bear Lake, just north of Garden City, Utah and about an hour from Logan, is Bear Lake State Park and Marina. Bear Lake’s beauty along with the marina’s facilities and beaches makes it an ideal place for boating, fishing, playing, and camping. Make a reservation on the Utah State Parks reservation site.
Photos
Water sports on the brilliant-turquoise Bear Lake — Utah Office of TourismBear Lake State Park — Utah Office of Tourism
How to Get There
Through Logan, Utah: Take I-15 to U.S. 89/91 in Brigham City. Stay on U.S. 89/91 into Logan. Follow U.S. 89 through Logan Canyon to Garden City. Turn left on U.S. 89, travel 1 mile north of Garden City. From Evanston, Wyoming: Take S.R. 89 north. At the UT/WY border, the road changes to S.R. 16. Stay on S.R. 16 to Sage Creek Junction. At Sage Creek Junction, turn left (west) onto S.R. 30. At U.S. 89/S.R. 30 junction, continue north about1 mile through Garden City on U.S. 89. Make a reservation on the Utah State Parks reservation site.
Heading to Bear Lake State Park? A few things to know before you go:
Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for Bear Lake State Park?
No central reservation system listed for Bear Lake State Park. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/14749) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to Bear Lake State Park?
Through Logan, Utah: Take I-15 to U.S. 89/91 in Brigham City. Stay on U.S. 89/91 into Logan. Follow U.S. 89 through Logan Canyon to Garden City. Turn left on U.S. 89, travel 1 mile north of Garden City. From Evanston, Wyoming: Take S.R. 89 north. At the UT/WY border, the road changes to S.R. 16. Stay on S.R. 16 to Sage Creek Junction. At Sage Creek Junction, turn left (west) onto S.R. 30. At U.S. …
