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Sand Island Campground
BLM
Write a Review Sand Island Road Bluff, UT 84512 435-587-1504 435-587-1500 Official WebsiteGPS: 37.2612, -109.6173
Overview of Sand Island Campground
Last Price Paid: $15
Reported by Nathan Helder on 6/4/2022
Longest RV Reported: 41 feet (Fifth Wheel)
Reported by Gett'n There / AllAboutYourBike on 4/7/2022
Number of Sites 24
Elevation 4,265 ft / 1,299 m
Tent Camping Yes
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To ask questions of the owner or manager please contact the campground directly. 435-587-1504
George asked on 3/27/2021
Does anyone know if Sand Island Campground is first-come, first-served, or can it be reserved?
Gett'n There / AllAboutYourBike asked on 3/30/2022
Greetings, where is the closest place to dump since the park does not have a dump station?
Reviews of Sand Island Campground 16 people have reviewed this location.
Cell Phone Coverage
Confirmed by 4 Users
Last reported 11/2/2021
Confirmed by 4 Users
Last reported 6/4/2022
Confirmed by 1 User
Last reported 5/17/2022
“Easy access and great cell service ”
Reviewed 6/4/2022
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 12 |
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Loop B had enough sites for large trailers (30’). Setting behind at the back of site 12 is nice under the trees. Cell reception was great! We would come again! Just watch out for the many ant hills. I guess the ants were here before us:-)
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Nathan Helder would stay here again
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“Great campground on the San Juan river”
Reviewed 5/17/2022
| Nightly rate: | $15 |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
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We really enjoyed camping here. The rafters tend to come in the late evening and leave early in the morning so it is easy to get a spot in the middle of the day. Even with the frequent turnover the place is quiet and peaceful. Be sure to see the petroglyphs. The campground did have water. The only problem is we could not find a cl... more
We really enjoyed camping here. The rafters tend to come in the late evening and leave early in the morning so it is easy to get a spot in the middle of the day. Even with the frequent turnover the place is quiet and peaceful. Be sure to see the petroglyphs. The campground did have water. The only problem is we could not find a close RV dump. We called the local RV Parks and they all said no.
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“Interesting place to stay!”
Reviewed 4/7/2022
| Nightly rate: | $15 |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
| Site Number: | 9 |
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Kind of a neat place to stay for a few days. Not too many sites for large rigs but we found one and got in ok. In Loop B is dedicated to sizes over 26' as not allowed in Loop A. They are all "first come- first serve"... Some are near the water and others are away. It's a wonderful place to stay, providing you get a spot. We had a great... more
Kind of a neat place to stay for a few days. Not too many sites for large rigs but we found one and got in ok. In Loop B is dedicated to sizes over 26' as not allowed in Loop A. They are all "first come- first serve"... Some are near the water and others are away. It's a wonderful place to stay, providing you get a spot. We had a great time hiking near the large rock formations looking at all the Petroglyphs! There are 2 areas that they are found. One area on the North side of Loop B and the other following a trail near the end of Loop A. We saw many groups of people launching rafts and kayaks down the San Juan River, so if in the area for sometime, maybe contact one of the services and go float the river! Or, bring your own and have a blast! You might have to look into a service that would pick you up and bring you back, unless you have two vehicles.
Gett'n There / AllAboutYourBike would stay here again
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“Excellent Scenic Campground”
Reviewed 11/2/2021
| Nightly rate: | $15 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 21 |
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Just left Monument Valley and needed a place for one night on way to Mesa Verde. Easy access of Hwy 163. Quiet and scenic fall colors. Right on the San Juan River. Only about half full. Nice level sites. Enough cell service to stream shows. Good road. Best campground in this area.
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Nozhol would stay here again
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“Over night stop for may people. Price is with Senior Pass”
Reviewed 4/23/2021
| Nightly rate: | $7 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 22 |
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Some sites can accept a 40 Ft Rv.
Also a loading and unloading zone for the San Juan River Raftingi
Like most government sites, maintenance is needed on the brown grass, which should be mowed.
No Cell Phone - Unless you have a extended cell phone amplifier .
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Gatorcq would stay here again
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“Boondock heaven with lots of room to wander and days!”
Reviewed 11/6/2020
| Nightly rate: | $15 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 20 |
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Nice private campsites with lots of room to wander. My dog Lucy and I spent an hour and a half never really been lost but knowing that this was fun walking through the Bosque.
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Owljim would stay here again
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“Very enjoyable ”
Reviewed 9/18/2020
| Nightly rate: | $15 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 23 |
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I read a review from another camper In August of 2020 that mentioned They had major bug problems. This must have been during the rainy season. My husband and I didn’t have that problem at all when we stayed there in September 2020. The weather was warm enough during the day and the nights were cool. The one thing I would say is that I ... more
I read a review from another camper In August of 2020 that mentioned They had major bug problems. This must have been during the rainy season. My husband and I didn’t have that problem at all when we stayed there in September 2020. The weather was warm enough during the day and the nights were cool. The one thing I would say is that I would wear close end shoes when walking around. My husband and I both got bit by big black ants. They were not aggressive like fire ants and maybe only one got me but it hurt all the same. They have there home in the ground so it is not easy to find it. We really enjoyed seeing the petroglyphs on the shale wall, there at the campground also. On the first day by the self check-in station I checked the hydrant and there was no water coming out. On day two I saw a gentleman filling his jugs and he said it was working fine. I guess you can count on water being here but for my way of thinking I would fill my tank before arriving to be sure. We found the campground to be very peaceful and quiet.
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Randall would stay here again
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“Great campground”
Reviewed 8/29/2020
| Nightly rate: | $15 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 9 |
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We arrived on a Saturday afternoon and weren’t sure if we would get a spot, but there weren’t many people there. We did find a few spots that would work for our 40 foot fifth wheel. Very clean, quiet campground. Sites are a good distance apart and the bathrooms are clean.
Jessica would stay here again
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“Nice place to cool off at!”
Reviewed 8/2/2020
| Nightly rate: | $7 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 13 |
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Pulled in on Sun afternoon, and were only campers in B loop. Left a chair and our entry rug at site while we drove to boat launch area to go for a dip in the San Jaun river. When we got back to the site 2 hrs later our chair and rug were gone. Dont leave anything at your site if you leave even for a little while. I need my faith restored!
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Chuck would stay here again
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“Yyyy”
Reviewed 8/11/2019
| Nightly rate: | $20 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
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The mosquitos and bugs will eat you alive...
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Sand Island Campground
Date Visited: May 7-8, 2021Address: Sand Island Rd, Bluff, UT 84512GPS: 37.2606, -109.61801Phone: (435) 587-1504WebsitePrice: $15 Per NightReservations: NoPets: YesRestrooms: YesW...
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Amenities
Hookups
- dry camping
Site Amenities
- fire ring
- picnic table
Facilities
- group sites
- restrooms: vault
- water available
Pets
- pets
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