Sand Island Recreation Area
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About Sand Island Recreation Area
Sand Island Recreation Area is a national park campground at Bears Ears National Monument in San Juan County, Utah. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. When a booked site here is cancelled it can vanish within minutes, so Campsite Tonight monitors it 24/7 and auto-adds the opening to your Recreation.gov cart before anyone else.
Sand Island Recreation Area is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
Sites here are tent or walk-in (no RV access).
Total reservations in January — 2023: 3 · 2024: 3 · 2025: 3
Location
Address
Monticello, Utah
Coordinates
37.2626, -109.6103
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •October sees 41 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
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Sand Island Recreation Area FAQ
How far in advance should I book Sand Island Recreation Area?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at Sand Island Recreation Area?
October typically sees the highest reservation activity at Sand Island Recreation Area. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Sand Island Recreation Area right now?
Sand Island Recreation Area is currently fully booked for the next 14 days. However, cancellations happen frequently - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when sites become available.
Where is Sand Island Recreation Area located?
Sand Island Recreation Area is located in Bears Ears National Monument, near Monticello, Utah.
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