Fish Haven, Idaho
Unincorporated community in the state of Idaho, United States
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Fish Haven,[2] 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 | |
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  Fish Haven Location within the state of Idaho | |
| Coordinates: 42°2′12.75″N 111°23′46.74″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) |
| ZIP code | 83287[1] |
| Area codes | 208, 986 |
History
The first settlement at Fish Haven was made in 1864.[3] A post office called Fish Haven was established in 1867, and remained in operation until 1962.[4] The community was so named because nearby Bear Lake is a favorite fishing spot.[3]
Fish Haven's population was estimated at 100 in 1909,[5] and was 130 in 1960.[6]
