Sand Lake Recreation Area
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week unless otherwise posted.
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Coordinates
- 44.1672, -85.9367
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
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.
From the USFS.Official page
Is Sand Lake Recreation Area free?
No. Sand Lake Recreation Area charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
How do I get to Sand Lake Recreation Area?
From Manistee: Travel east on M-55 for 19.5 miles. Turn right and travel south on Snyder Rd. for 4 miles. Turn right and travel west on FR 5728 for .5 miles. The road terminates at the site.
Nearby
- SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND0.4 mi
- Pine Lake Recreation Area Campground4.1 mi
- Bear Track Campground4.9 mi
- Sawdust Hole Angler Access7.1 mi
- Peterson Bridge South Campground7.3 mi
- PETERSON BRIDGE7.4 mi
- Government Landing Access7.4 mi
- Blacksmith Bayou Access7.9 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
