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Sand Lake Campground - Manistee National Forest
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Sand Lake Campground - Manistee National Forest

Manistee National Forest · Wellston, MI

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  • Address:Wellston, MI
We display cached information from agency feeds. Hours, fees, permits, closures, fire restrictions, and conditions change without notice. Outdoors is not the permitting authority. Confirm current conditions for this campground using the links above before you go — you are responsible for compliance. Last verified by us: Jun 20, 2026. Spot an error in our data?

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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. ADA Access: N

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Amenities

Showers
Flush Toilets
Potable Water
Firewood
Accessible
Picnic Tables
Fire Rings
Trash Service
Cell Service

Pet Policy

Pets allowed on leash

Campground Rules

  • Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting

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This campground accepts reservations. Book early for popular dates.

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