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Sandy Shore Recreation Area Boat Ramp

Sandy Shore Recreation Area features a two-lane concrete boat ramp noted as the largest on Lake Kampeska, with ample parking for boat trailers and easy access for both motorized and non-motorized watercraft.

The facility includes 17 campsites with electrical hookups, two lakeside cabins, modern restrooms with showers (seasonal), and a 1,500-foot sandy beach, making it an ideal base for fishing and paddling enthusiasts.

Day-use fees are $10 for residents and $15 for non-residents, with the area located approximately 5 miles west of Watertown off US Highway 212.


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