Bear Lake Monster
Overview
Aquatic Creature
Limited Research
Evidence Quality:
(3/5)
Description
Serpentine creature in Bear Lake on Utah-Idaho border. Native Shoshone traditions speak of water monster. Modern reports began in 1868 with sightings of creature with serpentine body, 20-40 feet long. Witnesses describe crocodile or alligator-like head. Sightings continue to present day.
Behavior
Surfaces occasionally, serpentine swimming, creates wakes
Reported Sightings (0)
No reported sightings yet.
Geographic Distribution
Primary Region:
Utah, USA
Utah, USA
Habitat:
Bear Lake (Utah/Idaho border)
Bear Lake (Utah/Idaho border)
Characteristics
Size:
20-40 feet long
20-40 feet long
Historical Context
First Reported:
Shoshone tradition, 1868 modern reports
Shoshone tradition, 1868 modern reports
Folklore Origins:
Shoshone indigenous tradition, 1868+ sightings
Shoshone indigenous tradition, 1868+ sightings
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