Can you reserve a site at Sand Lake Campground?

Yes, Sand Lake Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Sand Lake Campground?

40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Sand Lake Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Sand Lake Campground.

Sand Lake Campground, Michigan — 44 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Sand Lake Campground is situated on the scenic shores of Sand Lake and provides a selection of sites shaded by a mixed hardwood forest. Just beyond the trees is a well-loved, sandy swimming beach. The campground is located 15 minutes from the Pine National Scenic River and several other lakes.

The popular campground sits within the Huron-Manistee National Forests, far enough from town to let its natural splendor shine, but close enough for convenient access to gas and groceries.

Recreation

Power boating, sailing, canoeing, hiking and swimming are some of the most common activities on the lake. Anglers delight in the waters well-stocked with bluegill, perch and smallmouth bass. A picnic area and boat ramp are available for use.

Facilities

The campground provides conveniences like coin showers, flush toilets and drinking water faucets. Visitors often rave about the nice, private bathrooms with vanities.

Natural Features

Sand Lake boasts about 50 acres of mostly shallow waters. The campground is nicely wooded; some sites are heavy shaded while others are much more open. Summertime temperatures are generally around 80 degrees.

The Huron-Manistee National Forests encompass nearly a million acres of public protected land, including nearly 6,000 acres of wetlands that extend over the northern portion of Michigan's Lower Peninsula.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564.

The facts

Season: May 14 – September 5 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
44 bookable sites
11 accessible sites
Vehicles up to 40 ft
Up to 25 people per site
Loops: SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND

Site types

40 Standard Nonelectric
2 Tent Only Nonelectric
1 Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric
1 RV Nonelectric

Amenities

Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

44 campsites at Sand Lake Campground

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 1:00 PM

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
01	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
02	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
03	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
04	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
05	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
06	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
07	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
08	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
09	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
10	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
11	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
12	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
13	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
14	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
15	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
16	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
17	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
18	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Rv Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
19	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
20	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
21	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
22	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
23	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
24	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
25	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
26	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
27	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
28	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
29	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
30	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
31	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	34 ft	8	♿ 🐾
32/33	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	34 ft	16	🐾
34	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	34 ft	8	♿ 🐾
35	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	34 ft	8	♿ 🐾
36	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	34 ft	8	♿ 🐾
37	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	34 ft	8	♿ 🐾
38	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	34 ft	8	♿ 🐾
39	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	34 ft	8	♿ 🐾
40	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	34 ft	8	♿ 🐾
41/42	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	34 ft	16	🐾
43	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	34 ft	8	♿ 🐾
44	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	34 ft	8	♿ 🐾
45	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	34 ft	8	♿ 🐾
GR 1	SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	25	🐾

Getting there

From Wellston, MI, take Seaman Road 3.9 miles south through Dublin. Just beyond the grocery store, turn right and stay on Seaman Road. Go 0.5 miles to Sand Lake Road (Forest Road 5728) and the campground sign. Turn right onto Sand Lake Road and go 0.6 miles to the campground.

44.16806, -85.92944 · 44°10'5.0"N 85°55'46.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 81°F in Jul, down to 28°F in Jan.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	28	31	41	55	68	77	81	79	72	57	44	33
Low °F	12	12	19	29	40	50	54	54	46	36	26	18
Precip in	2.9	2.0	2.3	3.7	3.6	3.5	3.3	2.8	3.6	4.2	3.6	2.6

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 4.5 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Sand Lake Campground

Can you reserve a site at Sand Lake Campground?: Yes, Sand Lake Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Sand Lake Campground have?: 44 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Sand Lake Campground?: 40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Sand Lake Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Sand Lake Campground.

Also listed by

Sand Lake Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Sand Lake Campground's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Single Site: $40.00
Double Site: $80.00
Group Site: $105.00
Per Day: $7.00
Extra Vehicle: $10.00
Season Pass: Per vehicle: $90.00
Lake Homeowners only: $30.00

Restrictions:

Motorized Vehicle Use of Roads, Trails and Off-road Areas; R904-14-02
Occupancy and Use - Developed Recreation Areas, Dispersed Areas, Being Publicly Nude, Marine Prohibitions, Parking and Sanitation; R904-14-03

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Sand Lake Campground

Pine National Scenic River Watercraft Permits (Huron Manistee) 6.9 mi · Permit · we watch it
Peterson Bridge 7.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Upper Manistee River Backcountry Campsites 8.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Marzinski Horse Campground 12.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Seaton Creek Campground 14.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
Low Bridge Canoe Landing 3.6 mi · Facility
Pine Lake Campground 4.4 mi · Campground
Bear Track Campground 5.2 mi · Campground
Old Grade Campground 8.4 mi · Campground
Udell Trailhead 8.5 mi · Facility
Elm Flats Canoe Landing 11 mi · Facility
Timber Creek Campground 15.6 mi · Campground

Contact

Phone 231-723-0141
Email Help.Huron.Manistee@AmericanLL.com
Book Recreation.gov

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-06-26.

Sand Lake Campground