Bear Lake State Park

06/02/2026

Cops & Bobbers is THIS SATURDAY! 👮‍♂️

Join us for FREE fishing with local law enforcement, plus a free lunch! No fishing license is needed, and there will be equipment available to use!

Haven’t RSVP’d yet? Send us a message with how many people are attending from your family and their ages.

We REEL-y can’t wait to see you there!! 🎣

06/01/2026

VOTE NOW!
Vote for your favorite photos for May.
Yes, we're a bit behind this month so we'll let everyone vote through Thursday, June 4 and announce our winner on Friday!

06/01/2026

When the sunset paints the lake orange and even the deer come out to admire the view… you know you picked the right place to end the day.

Photo credit to: Laurien Elsholz

05/28/2026

No filter needed when Bear Lake State Park puts on a show like this.

Photo credit to: Becky Johnson Denna

05/25/2026

05/22/2026

🚧 North Beach boat ramps closed 🚧

Due to the snow we received this week and the storm on Thursday, paving had to pushed back a few days. We were unable to finish before the weekend. They will be back on Tuesday after the holiday weekend to finish up. We are sorry for any impact this might have to your plans.

The main entrance to North Beach will also remain closed. The middle exit has been set up as a temporary entrance.

Please call our Park Manager if you have any questions.

Andy Stokes - 208.530.3248

05/22/2026

LAST CALL! Submit your Bear Lake photos by May 28th, for a chance to win swag and be our next cover photo feature! Photos submitted from previous Top Photo months are welcome to enter as well! Be sure the photo is taken of Bear Lake State Park of Idaho to be eligible.

05/21/2026

First day of paving went well. They’ll be back out to North Beach tomorrow. 

05/20/2026

Paving operations are underway out at North Beach. There will be several trucks and equipment out in the roadway. Please be extra cautious if you’re traveling out this way.

05/20/2026

🐝 Happy World Bee Day from Idaho State Parks!
Bees are responsible for pollinating many of the wild plants that create the stunning scenery in Idaho State Parks
By protecting native vegetation, we provide essential habitats for these crucial pollinators.
Even if plants bloom early, bees might not show up right away!
Bees wait for consistent warmth (usually 50–55°+), low wind, and the right seasonal cues before becoming active.
When you visit us, take a moment to look closely at the wildflowers, you might spot a native sweat bee or bumblebee at work!