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Bear Lake, Rocky Mountain National Park

4.7
#1 of 47 in Parks in Rocky Mountain National Park
Must see · Water Body · Nature / Park
The second-largest natural freshwater lake in Colorado, Bear Lake has been nicknamed Caribbean of the Rockies because of the piercing turquoise color of its water. Limestone deposits reflecting in the water are the cause of the distinctive blue color of this 250,000-year-old lake. This lake and its surrounding area offer recreational activities year-round, from fly-fishing and Jet-Skiing in the water, to skiing on the snowy nearby slopes in the colder months. You can also spot plenty of wildlife and birds here, and the area is known for its raspberries. To visit Bear Lake on your trip to Rocky Mountain National Park, use our Rocky Mountain National Park trip maker.
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  • By 209aimeer
    Bear Lake is, in my opinion, one of the most beautiful places in the world! My husband proposed to me there after a rainstorm back in 2007 and we have been looking forward to the day when we could...  more »
  • By betty l
    This is one of the highlights of our trip to the Rocky Mountains. This is just a gorgeous National Park that seeing the rush of water cascading from the lake was a refreshing sight after a short...  more »
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  • By Music Bravo
    Family camping trip and this place is gorgeous and Awesome! Toilets well maintained
  • By Chris Canoles
    Awesome family friendly hike around the lake with several great picture spots and places to explore.
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