Fish Haven,[1] originally named Rush Creek, is an unincorporated community along the shores of Bear Lake in Bear Lake County, Idaho, United States. It is 4 km (2.5 miles) north of the Utah border.
Fish Haven, Idaho | |
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Unincorporated community | |
![]() ![]() Fish Haven, Idaho Location within the state of Idaho | |
Coordinates: 42°2′13.8″N 111°23′45.6″W | |
Country | United States |
State | Idaho |
County | Bear Lake |
Elevation | 5,924 ft (1,806 m) |
Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
Area code(s) | 208, 986 |
The first settlement at Fish Haven was made in 1864.[2] A post office called Fish Haven was established in 1867, and remained in operation until 1962.[3] The community was so named because nearby Bear Lake is a favorite fishing spot.[2]
Fish Haven's population was estimated at 100 in 1909,[4] and was 130 in 1960.[5]
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County seat: Paris | ||
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