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Does Sandy Shores Campground Allow EV Charging?

Here's what you need to know about EV charging at this RV park in Mears, Michigan.

Location

8595 W Silver Lake Rd

Mears, MI 49436

EV Charging Policy

Reader report, not confirmed by the parkReader-submitted Jun 2026
EV Charging Not Allowed

A reader sent us this tip. We try to confirm listings directly with the park before marking them “Confirmed,” but we haven't been able to verify this one yet, so call ahead before you rely on it.

A reader reports that the campground does not permit EV charging. We could not confirm a specific EV charging policy with the campground.

Also in the Silver Lake dunes area of Mears, Michigan, Sandy Shores Campground comes with a different report: a reader says EV charging is not allowed here. We have not confirmed that with the campground, so it is one visitor's account rather than a posted rule, and worth a call if charging access will make or break your stay. If you do need to plug in, the nearest DC fast charging is in New Era, about 10 miles away, with EV Connect stations. Ludington is another option at roughly 20 miles, with Red E and Tesla Supercharger. Between the sand, the lake, and the seasonal crowds, this is a place to arrive with enough range to get back to one of those towns.

DC Fast Charging Near Sandy Shores Campground

  • New Era
    10 mi
    EV Connect
  • Ludington
    20 mi
    Red ETesla Supercharger

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Frequently Asked Questions

Not by the park. This listing comes from a reader who shared their firsthand experience, and we have not been able to get the park to confirm it. Treat it as a helpful tip, not an official policy, and call Sandy Shores Campground before you arrive to make sure nothing has changed.

Probably not, though it isn't confirmed. A reader reported that Sandy Shores Campground does not allow EV charging on the property; the park has not verified this, so check before you arrive and plan to charge nearby just in case. The nearest DC fast charging is in New Era, about 10 miles away, with EV Connect. We have not confirmed that with the campground, so it is one visitor's account rather than a posted rule, and worth a call if charging access will make or break your stay.

A reader reports that Sandy Shores Campground does not offer EV charging of any kind on the property. The park has not confirmed this, so check before you arrive. Your nearest options are public charging stations in the area. The nearest DC fast charging is in New Era, about 10 miles away, with EV Connect. Beyond that, Ludington is about 20 miles away with Red E and Tesla Supercharger.

A reader reports Sandy Shores Campground doesn't allow EV charging, and even though that isn't park-confirmed, it's worth knowing your nearest options. The nearest DC fast charging is in New Era, about 10 miles away, with EV Connect. Beyond that, Ludington is about 20 miles away with Red E and Tesla Supercharger. Have your next charging stop figured out before you arrive. The peace of mind is worth the two minutes of planning.

Probably not, though it isn't confirmed. A reader reported that Sandy Shores Campground does not allow EV charging; the park has not verified this. That doesn't mean you can't stay there with an EV. It just means you should arrive charged and have a plan for your next charging stop. The nearest fast charging is in New Era, about 10 miles away. We have not confirmed that with the campground, so it is one visitor's account rather than a posted rule, and worth a call if charging access will make or break your stay.

A reader reports Sandy Shores Campground doesn't permit EV charging. That isn't park-confirmed, but to be safe, plan to charge before you arrive or at a nearby station. The nearest DC fast charging is in New Era, about 10 miles away, with EV Connect. Beyond that, Ludington is about 20 miles away with Red E and Tesla Supercharger. We have not confirmed that with the campground, so it is one visitor's account rather than a posted rule, and worth a call if charging access will make or break your stay.

A reader reported that Sandy Shores Campground does not allow EV charging, but the park has not confirmed a policy or a reason. Most campgrounds that restrict EV charging do so because of electrical infrastructure limitations. An EV drawing 40+ amps for hours can strain a system designed for RVs cycling through air conditioning and appliances. Between the sand, the lake, and the seasonal crowds, this is a place to arrive with enough range to get back to one of those towns.

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