Bear Lake State Park - North Beach

This Lake in the Western U.S. Is Called the ‘Caribbean of the Rockies’

"On the Idaho side, North Beach is a great, family‑friendly spot to spend a day paddling and swimming in the lake’s vibrantly colored shallows, with gradual slopes that make getting into the water easy." - Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel is a writer with more than eight years of experience editing and writing for both brands and online publications—with a particular focus on travel, fashion, and lifestyle. She’s also the founder of the travel site justpacked.com.  Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines