CampsiteSTANDARD NONELECTRIC✓ Reservable

Site Sandbank Stream 3 — Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument Camping

Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument Camping · Maine · Loop Katahdin Woods and Waters

Campsite Sandbank Stream 3 at Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument Camping in Maine. STANDARD NONELECTRIC site. No utility hookups. Reservable in advance on Recreation.gov.

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45.86284, -68.67395
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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument Camping

Live forecast for the campground. Use it to pack and plan.

Avg High59°F
Avg Low48°F
Peak Rain Chance73%
Humidity90%
UV (avg)2
Today
🌧
Heavy Drizzle
52°/47°
💧 42%🌬 7mph
↑ 6:17 AM ↓ 4:18 PM
Wed
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Light Rain
65°/47°
💧 29%🌬 9mph
↑ 6:19 AM ↓ 4:16 PM
Thu
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Heavy Drizzle
61°/52°
💧 11%🌬 10mph
↑ 6:20 AM ↓ 4:15 PM
Fri
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Rain
63°/50°
💧 15%🌬 8mph
↑ 6:22 AM ↓ 4:14 PM
Sat
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Rain
54°/43°
💧 73%🌬 12mph
↑ 6:23 AM ↓ 4:12 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

👔 What to Wear

  • 👕
    Long-sleeve shirt
    Synthetic or merino, sun-protective.
  • 🧥
    Light shell or windbreaker
    Even on warm days, wind can chill (avg wind 7 mph).
  • 👖
    Hiking pants or convertible
    Layer for variable conditions.
  • 🥾
    Trail runners or low boots
    Comfortable, broken in.
  • ☔
    Rain jacket / shell
    73% chance of precipitation in the forecast.

🎒 What to Pack

  • 💧
    Water
    Bring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
  • 🍫
    High-energy snacks
    A snack for the trail.
  • 🧴
    Sun protection
    Sunscreen, sunglasses, brimmed hat.
  • 🩹
    First-aid kit
    Blister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
  • 🗺
    Offline map
    Download your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
  • 🛍
    Dry bags for electronics
    Phone, camera, and snacks should stay dry.

Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.

Photos from Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument Camping

Recreation.gov photos of the campground. Specific site appearance may differ — these show the surrounding area and amenities.

A gravel and grassy campsite to the right of a river. The campsite has a wooden picnic table, a brown wooden sign, and a trail that leads into the woods with tall dense green trees.
A gravel and grassy campsite to the right of a river. The campsite has a wooden picnic table, a brown wooden sign, and a trail that leads into the woods with tall dense green trees. — NPS/Grace Kirk
A close up of a National Park welcome sign on the way to Sandbank Stream Campground. It is wooden and says "Welcome to Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument"
A close up of a National Park welcome sign on the way to Sandbank Stream Campground. It is wooden and says "Welcome to Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument" — NPS/Alyssa Mattei
A view from the river facing the land. A canoe with two paddlers paddle towards a forest with vibrant red and yellow leaves on the canopies of the trees.
A view from the river facing the land. A canoe with two paddlers paddle towards a forest with vibrant red and yellow leaves on the canopies of the trees. — NPS/R.Wang
A gravel parking lot in front of a green and shaded campground. An ADA parking space is in front of the campground.
A gravel parking lot in front of a green and shaded campground. An ADA parking space is in front of the campground. — NPS/Alyssa Mattei

Booking Tips for Site Sandbank Stream 3

  • Reservation window: Recreation.gov releases bookings up to 6 months ahead — popular sites go in minutes
  • Best time to book: 8am local time on the day the window opens
  • Cancellation: Recreation.gov refund policies apply — check before booking
  • Quiet hours: typically 10pm–6am in federal campgrounds
  • Check-in/out: usually 1–3pm / usually 11am–noon
  • Leave No Trace: pack out all trash, including food scraps

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reserve campsite Sandbank Stream 3?

Yes — this site is reservable via Recreation.gov. Reservations open up to 6 months in advance and popular sites go fast.

What hookups does site Sandbank Stream 3 have?

This is a dry site — no electric, water, or sewer hookups.