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Fish Haven, Idaho
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 Fish Haven, Idaho
Location in Idaho
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| 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
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| Area code(s) | 208, 986 |
Fish Haven, 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.
History
The first settlement at Fish Haven was made in 1864. A post office called Fish Haven was established in 1867, and remained in operation until 1962. The community was so named because nearby Bear Lake is a favorite fishing spot.
Fish Haven's population was estimated at 100 in 1909, and was 130 in 1960.
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