Access Site
MN
Sandy Lake
City: Shevlin, MN
County: Beltrami County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 47.71401710, -95.08717431
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Ruffy Brook near Gonvick, MN
9.5 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
About This Access Site
Sandy Lake in Shevlin, Beltrami County offers excellent access for kayakers, canoeists, and boaters via two dedicated lake boat ramps. The site is part of the Sandy Lake Dam and Recreation Area, which provides comprehensive amenities including flush and vault restrooms, drinking water, showers, and a dump station. Additional features include docks, a fishing pier, and a swimming beach, making it a full-service facility for water recreation.
The campground is divided by the Sandy Lake Dam into north and south sections, each with separate vehicle access roads—note that only pedestrian traffic is allowed across the dam itself. In addition to the two lake ramps, a river boat ramp is also available for those interested in exploring the river access. Whether you're planning a day trip or overnight camping stay (the area offers a 60-site reservable campground), Sandy Lake provides convenient launching and support facilities for paddlers and motorboaters alike.
The campground is divided by the Sandy Lake Dam into north and south sections, each with separate vehicle access roads—note that only pedestrian traffic is allowed across the dam itself. In addition to the two lake ramps, a river boat ramp is also available for those interested in exploring the river access. Whether you're planning a day trip or overnight camping stay (the area offers a 60-site reservable campground), Sandy Lake provides convenient launching and support facilities for paddlers and motorboaters alike.