Bear Lake
Discovered in 1812 by trappers return-
ing home from Astoria, Oregon, this valley
and its large lake soon became
an important fur trade center.
Donald MacKenzie, Jim Bridger and a host
of famous beaver hunters operated here. Two
major summer frolics and trade fairs brought
plenty of excitemet to Bear Lake in 1827
and 1828. Helping local Indians expel
Blackfoot invaders, those trappers never
forgot their wild festivals here.
This sign is found along a route which has been photographed for inclusion in
the UntraveledRoad virtual world. To see and follow the route this sign
is on, click on its image.