Bear Lake is the oldest lake in Saaremaa and is approximately 8000 years old; According to the legend, Bear Lake got its name after 7 bears fought on the lake and to stop them God rained heavily until the lake formed, and then the bears went away, each in their own direction, which is why the lake has 7 bays. The sandy beach of the lake is an ideal place to enjoy the summer and relax as well as spend time at the camping site.