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Bear Lake National Wildlife Refuge - 4 Things to Know Before Visiting

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About Bear Lake National Wildlife Refuge

The Bear Lake National Wildlife Refuge, is a vital sanctuary for migratory birds and diverse wildlife, encompassing a mosaic of wetlands, marshes, and open water habitats.Covering over 18,000 acres, the refuge serves as an essential stopover for migratory birds along the Pacific Flyway. It provides nesting, feeding, and resting grounds for various waterfowl, shorebirds, and other avian species, making it a haven for birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts.
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Top Activities Near Bear Lake National Wildlife Refuge

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Attractions Near Bear Lake National Wildlife Refuge

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Bear Lake State Park Bear Lake State Park in Idaho is a picturesque recreational area known for its stunning turquoise-blue lake that straddles the Idaho-Utah border. The park offers a variety of outdoor activities, making it a popular destination for visitors seeking both relaxation and adventure.
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Minnetonka CaveMinnetonka Cave, located in the Bear Lake County of southeastern Idaho, is a captivating underground limestone cavern known for its stunning formations and unique geological features.The cave offers guided tours that lead visitors through its intricate passageways, showcasing a fascinating array of stalactites, stalagmites, columns, helictites, and other formations. The cavern's beauty and diversity of mineral formations create a mesmerizing experience for explorers of all ages.
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Soda Springs GeyserThe Soda Springs Geyser, located in Caribou County, Idaho, is a captivating natural wonder that delights visitors with its unique geological features and intermittent eruptions.Often referred to as the "World's Largest Man-Made Geyser," the Soda Springs Geyser was inadvertently created in 1937 during drilling operations for a well. Since then, it has been a prominent attraction due to its striking eruptions caused by the release of pressurized carbon dioxide gas.
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Franklin Historic PropertiesFranklin, Idaho, is rich in historic properties that reflect the town's pioneer heritage and its role as the first permanent Anglo settlement in present-day Idaho. These historic properties stand as testaments to Franklin's pioneering history and offer visitors a chance to step back in time, experience the town's heritage, and appreciate its significant role in Idaho's history.
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Bear River Massacre SiteThe Bear River Massacre Site, located near Preston in present-day Franklin County, Idaho, marks a tragic event in the history of the Northwestern Shoshone Native American tribe. On January 29, 1863, a conflict erupted between the U.S. Army and the Shoshone tribe at the confluence of the Bear River and Battle Creek.
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Blackfoot River Wildlife Management AreaBlackfoot River Wildlife Management Area at 2,400 acres (9.7 km2) is an Idaho wildlife management area in Caribou County near the town of Soda Springs. The location of the WMA along the Blackfoot River was homesteaded by the Rasmussen family in 1883. It was sold to John Jay Stocking in 1907 and remained in the family for 3 generations before being purchased by the Conservation Fund in 1994, which sold it to the Idaho Department of Fish and Game.

Discover More Attractions in Bear Lake County, Home of Bear Lake National Wildlife Refuge

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Bear Lake County
Bear Lake County, situated in southeastern Idaho, boasts stunning natural beauty, outdoor recreation, and historical attractions, making it an appealing destination for tourists.Bear Lake itself is a focal point of tourism in the area, renowned for its mesmerizing turquoise-blue waters that span into neighboring Utah.

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