Sandbeach Lake Backcountry Campsite — Rocky Mountain National Park
Reviewed Aug. 20, 2019

Great Spot for a Rocky Mountain Tan

Sandbeach Lake Trail is in Rocky Mountain National Park. The trail is approximately 8.7 miles roundtrip. The trailhead is in the Wild Basin area. The hike in is mainly uphill and it very rocky (loose baseball size rocks at times). 

There are 4 backcountry campsites at Sandbeach Lake. We camped at the final backcountry site (you just follow the path alongside the lake to the left when you arrive).

The sandy beach is amazing! We were able to spend the day sunbathing, swimming, and taking in the beautiful views. (Fishing is not allowed here)

There is a creek that flows into Sandbeach Lake. You go to the right when you arrive to find this. We were able to fill up on water at the creek (just remember to treat your water!).

Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Sandbeach Lake Backcountry Campsite — Rocky Mountain National Park by Molly Y., August 20, 2019
  • Review photo of Sandbeach Lake Backcountry Campsite — Rocky Mountain National Park by Molly Y., August 20, 2019
  • Review photo of Sandbeach Lake Backcountry Campsite — Rocky Mountain National Park by Molly Y., August 20, 2019
  • Review photo of Sandbeach Lake Backcountry Campsite — Rocky Mountain National Park by Molly Y., August 20, 2019
  • Review photo of Sandbeach Lake Backcountry Campsite — Rocky Mountain National Park by Molly Y., August 20, 2019
  • Review photo of Sandbeach Lake Backcountry Campsite — Rocky Mountain National Park by Molly Y., August 20, 2019
  • Review photo of Sandbeach Lake Backcountry Campsite — Rocky Mountain National Park by Molly Y., August 20, 2019
  • Review photo of Sandbeach Lake Backcountry Campsite — Rocky Mountain National Park by Molly Y., August 20, 2019
  • Review photo of Sandbeach Lake Backcountry Campsite — Rocky Mountain National Park by Molly Y., August 20, 2019
  • Review photo of Sandbeach Lake Backcountry Campsite — Rocky Mountain National Park by Molly Y., August 20, 2019
  • Review photo of Sandbeach Lake Backcountry Campsite — Rocky Mountain National Park by Molly Y., August 20, 2019
  • Review photo of Sandbeach Lake Backcountry Campsite — Rocky Mountain National Park by Molly Y., August 20, 2019
  • Review photo of Sandbeach Lake Backcountry Campsite — Rocky Mountain National Park by Molly Y., August 20, 2019