Free Camping Collection
Dispersed Camping
Sandy Cove on the St. Croix River
Sandy Cove on the St. Croix River is located near the Saint Croix National Scenic River in Wisconsin. The area features riverbanks and wooded terrain, providing a natural setting for camping. Temperatures range from lows in the 20s Fahrenheit in winter to highs in the 80s during summer, and nearby attractions include the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway and Interstate State Park.
Description
Primitive shoreline campsites scattered along the St. Croix and Namekagon rivers offer the opportunity to move from campsite to campsite for multi-day trips. These campsites are often only accessible from the water and are relatively isolated. Campsites are easier to secure mid-week and during non-holiday weekends. nps.gov/sacn/planyourvisit/lowerstcroix.htm
Location
Sandy Cove on the St. Croix River is located in Wisconsin
Coordinates
45.43689809 N
92.64439097 W
Detours Nearby
The Jubilee Homestead
43 min away
Dongola Campground
53 min away
Drive Time
- 53 min from Minneapolis
- 1 hr 30 min from Eau Claire
- 1 hr 30 min from St. Cloud
- 1 hr 49 min from Duluth
Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Connectivity
T-MobileLTESome Coverage- VerizonLTESome Coverage
AT&TNo Coverage
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
We curate permit requirements across the US for our PRO members. Try PRO to see if Sandy Cove on the St. Croix River needs a permit.
