Think You Can Live At Bear Lake Full Time?

Summer at Bear Lake is always magical: long days on the water, evenings with friends at our local restaurants, and the buzz of visitors who return year after year. But as September rolls in and the season begins to quiet down, many part-time residents start to wonder: could I live here full-time?

It’s a big question, and one worth considering. Life at Bear Lake doesn’t end when the crowds go home, it just shifts into something different. Let’s take a look at what year-round living at the lake really looks like.

Fall at Bear Lake

Fall might just be the most underrated season here. The hills and canyons burst into color, the weather cools down, and the lake is calmer than ever. It’s a perfect time to:

• Take hikes or ATV rides through the mountains and enjoy the changing leaves.
• Get in those last, crisp days out on the lake.
• Explore biking trails with fewer crowds.
• Cast a line! Fishing is excellent in the fall as the water cools.

Winter at Bear Lake

When the snow starts to fall, Bear Lake becomes a different kind of playground. Instead of beaches and boats, think skis, snowmobiles, and ice fishing. Winter highlights include:

• World-class fishing, with fewer people on the water.
• Skiing and snowboarding at Beaver Mountain, just a short drive away.
• Snowmobiling through miles of groomed trails in the surrounding mountains.
• Peaceful, quiet days when the lake feels like it’s yours alone.

Living at Bear Lake full-time isn’t just about activities, it’s also about embracing a slower pace. The peacefulness of fall and winter is something you won’t find during the busy summer months. For many people, that’s exactly what makes it so appealing.

If you’ve been a summer resident and are considering making Bear Lake your full-time home, now’s the perfect time to spend a little extra time here and see what life beyond the summer season could look like.