CampsiteSTANDARD ELECTRIC✓ ReservableElectric (50)

Site 16 — SANDY LAKE

SANDY LAKE · Minnesota · Loop SPOI

Campsite 16 at SANDY LAKE in Minnesota. STANDARD ELECTRIC site. Electric (50) available. Maximum 16 people per site. Reservable in advance on Recreation.gov.

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46.78656, -93.32126
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Equipment & Vehicle Limits

Important sizing constraints for your RV, trailer, or tent setup.

Site Length
60
Max Vehicle Length
60
Max Num of Vehicles
2
Driveway Surface
Gravel
Driveway Entry
Back-in

Capacity & Rules

Max Num of People
16
Min Num of People
1
Capacity/Size Rating
Double
Pets Allowed
Yes

Site Features

Picnic Table
Y
Fire Pit
Y
Campfire Allowed
Yes

Photos from SANDY LAKE

Recreation.gov photos of the campground. Specific site appearance may differ — these show the surrounding area and amenities.

Winter Sunrise at Sandy Lake
Winter Sunrise at Sandy Lake — USACE - Hunter Simonson
Sandy Lake Dam Downstream
Sandy Lake Dam Downstream — USACE St. Paul District
Tent Campsite
Tent Campsite — USACE St. Paul District
Winter at the Sandy Lake Dam
Winter at the Sandy Lake Dam — US Army Corps of Engineers - Tamryn Frauenshuh
Upstream of Dam
Upstream of Dam — USACE St. Paul District
Campground Sites Map
Campground Sites Map — USACE St. Paul District
Campsite at Sandy Lake
Campsite at Sandy Lake — USACE St. Paul District
Rainbow over Sandy Lake Dam
Rainbow over Sandy Lake Dam — USACE - St. Paul District

Permitted Equipment

TentRVTrailer

Booking Tips for Site 16

  • Reservation window: Recreation.gov releases bookings up to 6 months ahead — popular sites go in minutes
  • Best time to book: 8am local time on the day the window opens
  • Cancellation: Recreation.gov refund policies apply — check before booking
  • Quiet hours: typically 10pm–6am in federal campgrounds
  • Check-in/out: 1:00 PM / 12:00 PM
  • Pets: allowed (keep on a 6ft leash, never leave unattended)
  • Leave No Trace: pack out all trash, including food scraps

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reserve campsite 16?

Yes — this site is reservable via Recreation.gov. Reservations open up to 6 months in advance and popular sites go fast.

How many people can stay at site 16?

Maximum occupancy is 16 people and 2 vehicles.

What size RV fits at site 16?

Max vehicle length is 60 ft and the site itself is 60 ft long.

What hookups does site 16 have?

Available hookups: electric (50).

Are pets allowed at site 16?

Yes — pets are allowed. Keep on a 6 ft leash and follow campground rules; some areas require additional restrictions.

What are the check-in / check-out times?

Check-in: 1:00 PM. Check-out: 12:00 PM.

Can I have a campfire at site 16?

Campfires are allowed when no fire restrictions are in effect. Check current conditions before arrival.