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megan s
VerifiedJuly 23, 2020 Stayed at: N-GROU, Loop: NPOI
beautiful site very big had 4 picnic tables
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About Sandy Lake
The Sandy Lake Dam and Recreation Area is situated at the outlet of Big Sandy Lake in northern Minnesota, 13 mi north of McGregor, MN. The dam is a part of the Mississippi Headwaters Project, one of the first reservoir systems in the country, and the Sandy Lake Dam structure dates back to 1895. Today the grounds have been developed into a park and campground that is noted for its clean, family-friendly environment and access to fishing and boating on both the lake and nearby Mississippi River. It offers the only public campground and beach on Big Sandy Lake. The area is also a part of the historic canoe route that connected the Mississippi River to Lake Superior and major fur trading companies. Artifacts from the area's long history are kept in a small museum located near the dam.
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01, Loop: SPOI
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Pet Friendly · 52 × 35 ft · Gravel
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 44 × 37 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 × 34 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 31 × 27 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 35 × 29 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 32 × 26 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 27 ft long
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 24 ft long
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 19 ft long
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 25 × 36 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 27 ft long
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 35 × 28 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 56 × 53 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 × 42 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 × 44 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 58 × 43 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 58 × 43 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 47 × 28 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 × 32 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 49 ft long
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 47 × 29 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 52 × 35 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 37 ft long
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 56 × 33 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 48 × 30 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 53 × 36 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 58 × 32 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 72 × 43 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 42 × 31 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 75 × 34 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 66 × 32 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 × 36 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 39 × 45 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 × 36 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 76 × 40 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 × 32 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 68 × 30 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 32 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 54 × 28 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 73 × 32 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 61 × 26 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 52 × 41 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 72 × 27 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 54 × 34 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 65 × 35 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 × 33 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 69 × 30 ft
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Camper Cabin, Loop: NPOI
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 92 × 32 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 78 × 54 ft
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Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
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Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
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Pet Friendly · 52 × 35 ft · Gravel
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 44 × 37 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 × 34 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 31 × 27 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 35 × 29 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 32 × 26 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 27 ft long
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 24 ft long
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 19 ft long
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 25 × 36 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 27 ft long
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 58 × 43 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 47 × 28 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 × 32 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 49 ft long
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 47 × 29 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 52 × 35 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 37 ft long
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 56 × 33 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 48 × 30 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 53 × 36 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 58 × 32 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 72 × 43 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 42 × 31 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 75 × 34 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 66 × 32 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 × 36 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 39 × 45 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 × 36 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 76 × 40 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 × 32 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 68 × 30 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 32 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 54 × 28 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 73 × 32 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 61 × 26 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 52 × 41 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 72 × 27 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 54 × 34 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 65 × 35 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 × 33 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 69 × 30 ft
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Camper Cabin, Loop: NPOI
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7 guests
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 92 × 32 ft
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 78 × 54 ft
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Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
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Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
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Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
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Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
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Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
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Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
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Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
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Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
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Reviews
273 reviews
Summary
Sandy Lake is a well-maintained campground with clean facilities, friendly staff, and a variety of activities, making it a favorite for families and outdoor enthusiasts. The large, quiet sites and beautiful surroundings enhance the camping experience, while the convenient access to boating and swimming is a significant plus. Some visitors noted issues with campsite proximity and minor facility improvements, but the overall atmosphere is inviting and enjoyable.
Based on guest feedback
4.5
Overall rating
Based on 273 reviews
5 stars
64.5% (176)
4 stars
21.6% (59)
3 stars
9.9% (27)
2 stars
3.3% (9)
1 star
0.7% (2)
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Valerie Z
VerifiedJuly 24, 2020 Stayed at: 45, Loop: NPOI
Very nice campground although office wasn’t open due to Covid-19.
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TOM E
VerifiedJuly 25, 2020 Stayed at: 21, Loop: SPOI
Likes everything about this campsite.
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Merissa R
VerifiedJuly 27, 2020 Stayed at: 09, Loop: SPOI
We really enjoyed our time at Big Sandy. We visited in July and the staff did a great job at ensuring social distancing between campsites, cleaning facilities, and reassuring guests of cleanliness. Wonderful visit and we will be back again next year!
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Sandy L
VerifiedJuly 27, 2020 Stayed at: 14, Loop: SPOI
Great sites, huge swim beach, very clean
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Jill D
VerifiedJuly 29, 2020 Stayed at: Camper Cabin, Loop: NPOI
Everyone in our group had compliments to share about our experience at Sandy Lake. Many of the campsite spaces are structured for RV's or campers (tents are not allowed on the grass for some of the sites). During our stay some severe storms were expected. We were pleased and grateful that the host couple and park rangers both came by to make sure we were aware of the forecast and that we knew where shelter areas were located. The storm passed over over without incident and we all had a great time!
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Gary A
VerifiedAugust 9, 2020 Stayed at: 05, Loop: SPOI
Well maintained campground nice sites
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Rachel M
VerifiedAugust 9, 2020 Stayed at: 33, Loop: NPOI
it's no fall lake campground
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Cole P
VerifiedAugust 9, 2020 Stayed at: N-GROU, Loop: NPOI
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Stephen J
VerifiedAugust 9, 2020 Stayed at: 45, Loop: NPOI
We would have liked to buy wood here and also the dump station was full so couldn’t use it. Otherwise place was great.
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Location & Directions for Sandy Lake
22205 531 St Lane, McGregor, MN 55760 United States
Elevation: 376 ft
Getting There
22205 531st Lane McGregor, MN 55760
Take Highway 65 for 13 mi north of McGregor, Minnesota.
*Follow "South Entrance" signs for campsites 1-21, tent sites 1-4, and south group campsite.
*Follow "North Entrance" signs for campsites 22-49, tent si...
22205 531st Lane McGregor, MN 55760
Take Highway 65 for 13 mi north of McGregor, Minnesota.
*Follow "South Entrance" signs for campsites 1-21, tent sites 1-4, and south group campsite.
*Follow "North Entrance" signs for campsites 22-49, tent sites 5-8, north group campsite, and camper cabin.
If you need assistance finding your campsite, follow "South Entrance" signs to the campground office.
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Population: 367
Nearby city: Duluth, MN
Approx. 58 mi away (straight-line distance)
Elevation: 1,230 ft
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