Camping & Hiking · Water Sports · Saskatchewan
A family campground at Candle Lake, SK, with sandy beaches, clear (cold) water, free firewood and clean showers. Sites are level and fairly private, and staff are consistently friendly.
Sandy Bay Campground sits at Candle Lake, and the beaches are what most reviewers talk about first: soft sand, clear water and great sunsets. The water is shallow, which suits kids, though several adults warn it's very cold.
Sites are described as good-sized, level, semi-private and easy to park trailers on, with a mix of full-service and unserviced options. Showers are free and warm, washrooms are clean by camping standards, and there's a laundry room with coin washers and dryers, so bring your own soap. One camper noted the washrooms near their site were a bit dark. Firewood has been free, and staff are repeatedly described as cheerful and welcoming.
Families have plenty to do: an inflatable water park, a volleyball court, walking paths, canoe rentals and a boat dock, plus a disc golf course a short drive away. Paddle boarders like the calm water, and some beaches are dog-friendly.
Complaints are few. The lake is cold for swimming, and one visitor noted weather can change quickly on the water, so check conditions before heading out by boat.
Summarised from visitor reviews on Google Maps. Based on 100 Google reviews. Details change — confirm hours, prices and bookings with Sandy Bay Campground directly.
