Sandsland is a primitive camping area consisting of 3 campsites on 34 acres. It is bordered by State and private land and an area known as the Great Swamp. This is a popular location for Troops to use as a base camp as they enjoy the many activities the Island has to offer. Please note that there is not a Campmaster on duty at Sandsland - direct all questions to nicole.mcnamara@scouting.org
Getting to Block Island
Several Ferry services are available. Reservations are suggested. For more information contact the ferry companies directly.
Ferry Service to Old Harbor
Point Judith, RI - Block Island Ferry (Cars)
Point Judith, RI - Block Island High Speed Ferry (No Cars)
New London, CT to Block Island High Speed Ferry (Block Island Ferry Express) (No Cars)
Ferry Service to New Harbor
Montauk Harbor, NY to Block Island - Summer Only (Viking Fleet) (No Cars)
Directions to Sandsland from Old Harbor
Exit from the Boat and go directly to the street (Water Street). Go right and take the first left onto Chapel Street and continue to the end. Take a left onto Old Town Road and continue over the hill past the Town Hall, then take a left onto Connecticut Avenue. Sandsland is located at the end of Connecticut Avenue.
Directions to Sandsland from New Harbor
Exit from the boat and continue to the Street (Ocean Avenue). Continue on Ocean Avenue until you reach Connecticut Avenue. Take a right onto Connecticut Avenue. Sandsland is located at the end of Connecticut Avenue.
Day
08:00 AM
08:00 PM
Night
05:00 PM
12:00 PM
As you may be aware, over the years illegal dumping has been an ongoing issue at Sandsland. We have received numerous complaints from our units as well as from our partner, the Nature Conservancy. In light of this, and based on a request by the Chief of Police, in Fall of 2009 we installed a gate on the road leading to Sandsland. We are happy to report that the gate has greatly limited illegal dumping at Sandsland. As a result of having the road gated units will no longer be able to drive directly into the campsites. There is parking before the gate that will accommodate three vehicles. Thank you for your understanding.
Check in no earlier than 5pm
Check out no later than 10am
We kindly ask you let us know 30 days prior to your reservation of a cancellation so we can open your site to other units.
Refunds after 30 days prior are subject to the Camp Director.