Access Site
MN
Sandy Lake
City: Zimmerman, MN
County: Sherburne County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 45.48448998, -93.51987567
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Location
Interactive access map
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Elk River near Big Lake, MN
7.8 mi away
Rum River near St. Francis, MN
8.1 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
About This Access Site
**Location & Facilities**
Sandy Lake in Zimmerman, Sherburne County offers excellent access via the Sandy Lake Dam Recreation Area. The site features two dedicated lake boat ramps and one river boat ramp, plus docks and a fishing pier. Full amenities are available including flush restrooms, showers, drinking water, laundry facilities, and a dump station. The recreation area is divided by the dam into north and south sections with separate vehicle access roads; only pedestrians may cross the dam itself.
**Best For**
This is a well-developed access point suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboaters. The multiple ramp options provide flexibility for different launch preferences, while the dock facilities offer convenient tie-up space. Day-use and overnight camping options are available, with the campground operating seasonally from spring through fall. The proximity to Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge (approximately 50 miles away) makes this a good hub for exploring the broader region's water recreation opportunities.
Sandy Lake in Zimmerman, Sherburne County offers excellent access via the Sandy Lake Dam Recreation Area. The site features two dedicated lake boat ramps and one river boat ramp, plus docks and a fishing pier. Full amenities are available including flush restrooms, showers, drinking water, laundry facilities, and a dump station. The recreation area is divided by the dam into north and south sections with separate vehicle access roads; only pedestrians may cross the dam itself.
**Best For**
This is a well-developed access point suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboaters. The multiple ramp options provide flexibility for different launch preferences, while the dock facilities offer convenient tie-up space. Day-use and overnight camping options are available, with the campground operating seasonally from spring through fall. The proximity to Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge (approximately 50 miles away) makes this a good hub for exploring the broader region's water recreation opportunities.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge
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