Located on the western side of the Bear Lake Valley, the city's population was 541 at the 2020 census.

[4] Paris was settled on September 26, 1863, by pioneer settlers of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Paris was settled by a group of dedicated Mormons led by Charles C Rich.

During the early years, pioneers suffered difficulties with the harsh cold climate.

Paris is the location of the Bear Lake Stake Tabernacle, a sandstone church designed by Joseph Don Carlos Young and built between 1884 and 1889.

Paris was founded by Mormon pioneers, under the direction of Charles C. Rich on September 29, 1863.

Due to the high elevation, cold winters, late springs and mild summers are the norm for Paris and the area.

The Paris July 4 Celebration is the big event of the year, a tradition that brings people from miles around.

The Bear Lake Pageant is held at the Paris Tabernacle, followed by a parade that runs through the city.