Utahns are known for loving the lakes and reservoirs throughout the state. While each destination is unique, they're all great places to enjoy a summer day as they offer all kinds of recreation such as fishing, boating, paddle boarding, and swimming. While you're certain to enjoy a trip to any of our lakes, there's one in particular that's known as a crystal clear lake in Utah. Read on to learn why we think this is one of the most impressive lakes in Utah.
Bear Lake is known as the Caribbean of the Rockies, and you'll see why it's one of the best lakes in Utah for swimming the moment you lay your eyes on it.
Located next to Bear Lake State Park, the waters of this stunning spot are a brilliant blue color due to the calcium carbonates suspended in the lake. Bear Lake's beautiful water, combined with its sandy beaches, beckons visitors to the banks of this crystal clear lake in Utah all summer long.
There are many ways to enjoy the water, as well as Bear Lake State Park. Stroll along its banks...
...explore it on a paddleboard, canoe, or kayak...
...or set sail on this crystal clear lake in Utah by sailboat.
If you prefer some fast-action fun, bring your ski boat (or rent one!) and do some waterskiing...
...or hop aboard a tube float for some bouncing, splashing fun.
The water at this crystal clear lake in Utah is so clean here that you can even scuba dive in the lake.
Some folks prefer to just sit and enjoy the pristine waters. No matter how you choose to play on Bear Lake, you're sure to enjoy a fabulous day at one of the best lakes in Utah for swimming and more!
Bear Lake straddles the Utah/Idaho border. You'll find Bear Lake State Park in Garden City. From Logan, take US-89 north 40 miles.
Bear Lake State Park offers several campgrounds, a marina, concessions, and watercraft rentals (including ski boats, fishing boats, and jet skis). You can also rent water trampolines, paddleboards, and kayaks.
To learn more about Bear Lake State Park, take a look at its Utah State Parks website and Facebook page to see what's new. Feel free to share your photos of Bear Lake in the following comments section as well.
If you'd like to spend time visiting more bodies of water, I suggest also checking out these best lakes in Utah.
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