Sandy Lake: how hard is it to reserve?
Mississippi River Headwaters - Sandy Lake · US Army Corps of Engineers · Libby, MN
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About Sandy Lake
- 61 campsites
- $16–$60 per night
- Recreation.gov rating 4.5/5 from 273 reviews
- Equipment: Tent, RV, Trailer
- Activities: Swimming Site, Wildlife Viewing, Visitor Center, Hiking, Fishing, Interpretive Programs, Camping, Historic & Cultural Site, Boating, Canoeing
The Sandy Lake Dam and Recreation Area is situated at the outlet of Big Sandy Lake in northern Minnesota, 13 miles 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 h…
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