Access Site
ID
Sandy Beach
City: Stanley, ID
County: Custer County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 44.13736456, -114.91622843
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Valley Creek at Stanley ID
3.7 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
About This Access Site
Sandy Beach is the primary boat access point for Redfish Lake, located in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area near Stanley, Idaho. This boat ramp provides launch access to Redfish Lake, a scenic alpine lake nestled at the headwaters of the Salmon River system. The area tends to be less crowded than nearby North Shore Beach, making it a good alternative if you're looking for a quieter paddling experience.
The ramp is situated near Orval Hansen Point Beach, a popular swimming area adjacent to Point Campground. The lake offers excellent opportunities for kayaking, canoeing, and fishing against a backdrop of majestic mountain peaks and rolling hills. Several campgrounds are located within 10 miles of the access point, including nearby options like Sockeye and Outlet Campgrounds, making this an ideal base for multi-day paddling trips in the area.
The ramp is situated near Orval Hansen Point Beach, a popular swimming area adjacent to Point Campground. The lake offers excellent opportunities for kayaking, canoeing, and fishing against a backdrop of majestic mountain peaks and rolling hills. Several campgrounds are located within 10 miles of the access point, including nearby options like Sockeye and Outlet Campgrounds, making this an ideal base for multi-day paddling trips in the area.
Federal Facility Information
Free Access
Swimming beach near Point Campground on Redfish Lake.
Nearby Campgrounds (13 within 10 miles)
SUNNY GULCH CAMPGROUND
On-site
Reservable
Sockeye Campground
On-site
Reservable
OUTLET CAMPGROUND
On-site
Reservable
Chinook Bay Campground
On-site
Reservable
Mountain View Campground (ID)
On-site
Reservable
Riverside Campground (ID)
On-site
Reservable
POINT CAMPGROUND
On-site
Reservable
GLACIER VIEW CAMPGROUND
On-site
Reservable
Mormon Bend Campground
On-site
Reservable
Salmon River Campground
On-site
Reservable
Iron Creek Campground (ID)
On-site
Reservable
Mount Heyburn Campground
On-site
Reservable
Mountain View Campground
On-site
Nearby Recreation Areas
White Clouds Wilderness Area
Located within
Nearby Boat Facilities
Sandy Beach Boat Ramp - Day Use Location
On-site