Oregon Trail-Bear Lake Scenic Byway
Visitor Services
At Bear Lake, the traveler can enjoy a day full of fishing, boating, and other water sports. Boat-launch facilities and camping are both available. The North Beach is one of the most popular swimming...[more]
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Fees Only at the attractions along the way. |
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Bicycle/Pedestrian Facilities Hiking and mountain biking can be done in the trails along the Bear Lake State Park. |
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Camping For nearby campground reservations on federal or state lands, try the following links:
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Food Many of the byway communities feature convenience stores, fast food restaurants, cafes, and grocery stores. Be sure to stop at Bear Lake for a raspberry milkshake! |
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Gasoline Gasoline is available. |
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Information There is an authoritative information center along this byway. |
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Lodging There is overnight lodging along this byway. |
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Retail There are places to shop along this byway. |
NOTE: The America's Byways® website is federally funded and cannot promote commercial businesses. This data may not be complete or up to date. The National Scenic Byways Program is not responsible for the quality of your travel experience. See the right column on the Byway Overview page for local contact information.
Special Considerations
This section of US 89 is a two-lane road. It can receive heavy snowfall in winter. US 30 is a two-lane road with one short, 5 to 6 percent grade at Georgetown Summit. The Idaho 34 section is also a two-lane road with some steep grades. This is a very heavy snowfall area with occasional overnight closures and most winter travel being made on a snow floor.
Restrictions
Sometimes during the winter, the road will close overnight.
Seasons
- Best Time to Drive
Year round
- High Season
Summer
Road Conditions
- To find up to date information about the road conditions along Oregon Trail-Bear Lake Scenic Byway, please visit the FHWA listing of web sites for more information.
- Idaho
