Bear Lake Vacation: The Caribbean of the Rockies While on their on their Bear Lake vacation, most visitors marvel the waters of Bear Lake's deep turquoise color. Caused by light reflecting off microscopic limestone particles suspended in the water, this color is why this area is often called "The Caribbean of the Rockies." The Bear Lake area offers a variety of activities throughout the year. During the winter, visitors enjoy downhill and cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and ice fishing. During warmer weather, nature's beauty takes center stage, making the area perfect for camping, horseback riding and hiking, as well as many exciting water sports like skiing, boating and fishing. There are also several unique attractions near the resort, including a tour of the Minnetonka Cave and several museums that celebrate the area's history. After a long day of skiing or sightseeing, relaxing at a resort starts to sound like a great idea. In addition to Bear Lake's resorts comfortable accommodations, the resorts normally features an outdoor pool that is open seasonally and an indoor pool, children's pool and spa, which are open year round. With so much to see and do, it's an easy choice to make Bear Lake your next unforgettable escape.