Bluff, UT
Sand Island Group Sites - San Juan River
Sand Island Group Sites offers two group campsites with direct access to the San Juan River near Bluff, Utah—perfect for coordinating larger paddling parties and river trips without a permit requirement.
Both sites are reservable in advance, with one ADA-accessible option available. The campground sits at the main put-in for boaters heading downstream, where the river cuts through striking canyons filled with geological formations, archeological sites, and wildlife.
Petroglyphs and pictographs dot the ledges throughout the area, adding cultural and historical context to a riverside stay. A boat launch on-site makes launching kayaks, rafts, or canoes straightforward for groups planning multi-day floats down San Juan River - Sand Island to Clay Hills.
Sand Island Group Sites is part of the larger San Juan River recreation area near Bluff, alongside the separate Sand Island Recreation Area Campground - San Juan River for smaller parties seeking individual campsites in the same region.
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Common Questions
What campers most often want to know about Sand Island Group Sites - San Juan River.
Do I need a permit to camp at Sand Island Group Sites?
No permit is required to camp at Sand Island Group Sites. You can reserve one of the two group campsites in advance through the standard reservation system.
How many group campsites are available at Sand Island?
There are 2 group campsites available at Sand Island. One of these sites is ADA-accessible.
Can I launch a boat from Sand Island?
Yes, Sand Island has a boat launch. It serves as the main put-in for the 102-mile section of the San Juan River between Montezuma Creek and Clay Hills Crossing.
What can I do at Sand Island besides camping?
Sand Island offers river floating, scenic driving, and rock art viewing. The campground area contains numerous petroglyphs and pictographs on the ledges, and the river section provides access to canyons with spectacular scenery, geology, archeology, history, and wildlife.
Is Sand Island close to the town of Bluff?
Yes, Sand Island Group Sites are located near Bluff, Utah, making them convenient for groups wanting proximity to town while accessing the San Juan River.