Sand Island Group Sites
Sand Island Group Sites
Overview
Sand Island Campground’s two group campsites are ideal for groups wishing to be close to the town of Bluff and the San Juan River. The area offers outdoor enthusiasts many options for river floating, scenic driving and rock art viewing.Facilities
Group Site A is located near the boat ramp and features picnic tables, a fire grate, a shade structure and has water nearby. The site may be reserved in advance for groups of 10 to 20 people for a maximum of fourteen days. Group Site B can accommodate group sizes from 15 to 40 people and is located in Loop B of the campground and features picnic tables, a large fire grate, a shade structure, water on site and a single vault toilet. The group sites do not have dump stations or electric hook ups. There are dumpsters located at the campground entrance.Natural Features
Sand Island Campground is beside the San Juan River.Recreation
Sand Island is the main put-in for the 102-mile section of the San Juan River between Montezuma Creek and Clay Hills Crossing that provides boaters with access to spectacular canyons rich in scenery, geology, archeology, history and wildlife. Within the campground there are numerous petroglyphs and pictographs on the ledges above and it is a popular destination for both sightseeing and bird watching.Nearby Attractions
Sand Island is close to Goosenecks State Park, Bears Ears National Monument (Shash Jaa Unit), and Cedar Mesa.Important Notices
- A permit is required for floating on the San Juan River
- Gusty winds are possible so always secure your tents and camping gear.
- Wildlife frequent the sites; never leave food out.
- Summer thunderstorms can cause flash flooding and gusty winds; stay aware of current weather.
- Annual, Senior and Access passes do not apply to group site fees.
- Water is seasonal and is typically unavailable November through February.
Notifications and Alerts
IMPORTANT VISITOR ADVISORY – LOCAL FLOODING AND EMERGENCY CONDITIONS
Due to recent flooding and significant storm damage throughout the county, please consider avoiding travel within the Monticello Field Office area, particularly on dirt roads.
Flooding has damaged roads, bridges and impacted local communities. Emergency response may be limited in some areas and take longer to arrive, with resources already stretched thin responding to these events. Please avoid unnecessary travel.
If you decide to travel to the region, please take extra precautions and check local conditions before departing. Local highways may be closed, and dirt roads may be impassable due to erosion.
For questions, please call the Monticello Field Office at 435-587-1500. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
- A location closure has been issued, and the facility is closed at this time. Reservation-holders will receive an email with additional information. Please check back for location closure updates.
Available Activities
- Camping - Camping
- Historic & Cultural Site - Historic & Cultural Site
- Picnicking - Picnicking
- Photography - Photography
- Whitewater Rafting - Whitewater Rafting
- Water Access - Water Access
- Paddling - Paddling
Directions
Sand Island Campground is located on the north bank of the San Juan River about 3 miles west of Bluff, Utah, on the south side of Highway 191.
Contact Information
Phone: 435-587-1500
BLM MONTICELLO FIELD OFFICEPO BOX 7
Monticello, UT 84535
Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site Group Site B, Loop Sand Island Group Sites, Type Group Shelter Nonelectric
- Site Group Site A, Loop Sand Island Group Sites, Type Group Shelter Nonelectric
