Sand Lake - Windemere Twp

Carlton County, Minnesota

Sand Lake is only 40 miles from St. Luke’s Hospital, and the Duluth International Airport is 36 miles away. KJ’s Fresh Market is an excellent grocery shopping choice; it's only 2 miles away. As a bonus, you are only 40 miles away from Duluth, Minnesota.

Lake Days

Sand Lake is 143 acres and offers endless things to do under the sun, and when it comes to fishing, you are sure to find Largemouth Bass, Northern pike, and Bluegill You can swim, canoe, kayak, paddleboard, and tubing on for water-based activities. Finally, if you are more of a land person, you can have a lovely stroll around the perimeter of the lake or have a picnic with the family.

Around the Town

Now, suppose you get hungry while staying in the Sturgeon Lake area. In that case, these spots are a must: Pizza Pub, Doc's Sports Bar & Grill, Lazy Moose Grill & Gifts, Peggy Sue's Cafe, Squirrel Cage Bar Grill & Motel. Once you have had your fill, you can see some sights the town offers: Pattison State Park, Moose Lake Agate and Geological Center, Big Louis: 25 Foot Tall Voyageur, Christopher C Andrews Conservation Pioneer Historical Marker. All within 30 minutes from the lake.

Visit Duluth

Duluth is the perfect spot for a weekend city getaway while still offering beautiful natural scenery. For an outdoor adventure off the water, visit any of the city's 23 parks. The Leif Erickson Park is one of the most popular, featuring a rose garden with 1,800 bushes. It is widely considered one of the best rose gardens in the state. Lake Superior Zoo offers a fun, family-friendly trip to see over 140 species in indoor and outdoor settings. The zoo also has a cafe, a gift shop, interactive visits, and behind-the-scenes tours. Looking to take a scenic drive? The North Shore Scenic Drive spans around 150 miles, following the shoreline of Lake Superior. It offers great photo opportunities, historic landmarks, and quaint shops along the way. When visitors are hungry and heading back home, Duluth has something to satisfy every craving. Highly-rated options include Duluth Grill, OMC Smokehouse, Va Bene, New Scenic Cafe, and Vitta Pizza.

Stay Awhile

With so many things to do on and off Sand Lake, it's no wonder why the lake wouldn't be your home away from home.