Spiritwood Lake/Sandy Beach campground
Spiritwood Lake/Sandy Beach
The campground is conveniently located close to Jamestown, which offers a variety of attractions such as Frontier Village and the National Buffalo Museum. Visitors can also explore the local wildlife at the Arrowwood National Wildlife Refuge, which is located just a short drive from the campground.
Spiritwood Lake Sandy Beach Camping Area offers a range of amenities, including picnic tables, fire pits, and restroom facilities. The campground also offers water and electric hookups, making it a comfortable option for RV camping.
The camping area operates on a first-come, first-served basis, and offers 42 campsites for visitors. An interesting fact about the area is that it is home to a variety of fish species, including walleye, northern pike, and yellow perch.
The best time to visit Spiritwood Lake Sandy Beach Camping Area is from June to August, when the average temperature ranges from 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit. The warm weather allows for swimming, boating, and other outdoor activities. Overall, the Spiritwood Lake Sandy Beach Camping Area is a great option for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors in North Dakota.
What's on-site at Spiritwood Lake/Sandy Beach
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Spiritwood Lake/Sandy Beach, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shady Cove Co Park | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Pelican Point Landing - Jamestown Lake | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Smokeys Campsite And Landing | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lakeside Campground - Jamestown Lake | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Parkhurst - Pipestem Lake | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Spiritwood Lake/Sandy Beach -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| James River At Jamestown | 469 cfs | → |
| Pipestem Creek Nr Pingree | 65 cfs | → |
| Sheyenne River Below Baldhill Dam | 256 cfs | → |
| Baldhill Creek Nr Dazey | 19 cfs | → |
| James River Above Arrowwood Lake Nr Kensal | 40 cfs | → |
| James River Nr Grace City | 40 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Spiritwood Lake/Sandy Beach -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| State Hospital | 14.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Baldhill Dam-Pool | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Spiritwood Lake/Sandy Beach as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Spiritwood Lake/Sandy Beach
Can I make reservations at Spiritwood Lake/Sandy Beach?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Spiritwood Lake/Sandy Beach?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Spiritwood Lake/Sandy Beach.