About Bandy Creek
Number of accommodations: 142
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Showers
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (981)
What Guests Are Saying
Bandy Creek Campground is praised for its clean and well-maintained facilities, including excellent bathhouses and spacious, private campsites. Visitors appreciate the friendly staff, beautiful surroundings, and ample recreational opportunities, such as hiking and biking. While some mentioned issues with crowding on weekends and minimal management response to specific concerns, the overall experience is highly positive, making it a favorite destination for many campers.
What Guests Are Saying
Bandy Creek Campground is praised for its clean and well-maintained facilities, including excellent bathhouses and spacious, private campsites. Visitors appreciate the friendly staff, beautiful surroundings, and ample recreational opportunities, such as hiking and biking. While some mentioned issues with crowding on weekends and minimal management response to specific concerns, the overall experience is highly positive, making it a favorite destination for many campers.
Review Summary
sherri A
VerifiedMay 21, 2026 • Stayed at: C015, Loop: Loop C
This is one of our favorite places to camp. The trails are wonderful and it's rarely crowded.
Ann B
VerifiedMay 21, 2026 • Stayed at: A012, Loop: Loop A
The camp sites are level and clean and have a very convenient "bear box." There is ample space between each site; the bath house was clean, warm showers, hooks for hanging shower gear. Best of all: the stars were exquisite !!!!
Laurie R
VerifiedMay 20, 2026 • Stayed at: B009, Loop: Loop B
Camping site was clean and convenient to bathhouse and to the visitors center.
One small issue: camp firewood - the contract vendor has firewood available and ice in self serve style at the horse stables, but there is not any kindling available for sale. Also the camp store was not open in early to mid May. So there was no fire starting materials easily available. Bring your own! There was a disconnect between the park staff and camp store contractor with lack of information and communication as to when the camp store would be open. The staff was public about the frustration due to lack of communication between the entities.
Jessica B
VerifiedMay 17, 2026 • Stayed at: C018, Loop: Loop C
Clean warm bathrooms!
Bryn T
VerifiedMay 14, 2026 • Stayed at: A047, Loop: Loop A
Extremely clean facilities; beautiful NRA, and beautiful trails.
Roger A
VerifiedMay 13, 2026 • Stayed at: D040, Loop: Loop D
Very nice campground with a great host and workers. Clean restrooms. Food storage at each location. Pool wasn’t open at the time of my visit but facilities looked wonderful.
Sheri B
VerifiedMay 12, 2026 • Stayed at: D042, Loop: Loop D
This park is amazing!!! That have great arches, trails, and scenic site s. It exceeded our expectations. I highly recommend this part to everyone. We enjoyed the campground also. The ranger at the Blue Heron was great. He was friendly, helpful, and informative.
Karen H
VerifiedMay 11, 2026 • Stayed at: D038, Loop: Loop D
We had a great time and are planning to go back.
Courtney C
VerifiedMay 11, 2026 • Stayed at: B002, Loop: Loop B
Sites are nice with picnic table and fire ring/grill. Showers were nice - hot water and great water pressure. Good base for exploring multiple areas of the park. We plan to return in the fall.
Brandon K
VerifiedMay 10, 2026 • Stayed at: A039, Loop: Loop A
Not a bad site, just be aware that if there aren't any leaves on the trees then the site will be in full sunlight during the day. Can be a bit unpleasant if you didn't bring a tarp or anything.
Location Bandy Creek
Address:
4564 Leatherwood Rd
Oneida, TN, 37841
United States
For detailed directions, please visit: http://www.nps.gov/biso/planyourvisit/directions.htm
Bandy Creek Campground is accessible via US Highway 27, which is approximately 12 miles to the west. The campground is also within reach of Interstate 75, located roughly 25 miles to the east.
Latitude & Longitude: 36.4889 / -84.6976
Elevation: 484 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- Travelers should exercise caution on Highway 297 due to steep grades and curves; an alternate route is recommended for those uncomfortable with these conditions.
Wildlife & food storage
- To prevent wildlife encounters, secure all food and scented items properly and maintain a clean campsite.
Fees & deposits
- Horse stall reservations are required and can be made by phone or online; they are separate from campground reservations.
Safety & rules
- Caution is advised when camping in this area due to potential falling branches.
Local regulations
- Fishing in the main river requires a valid Tennessee or Kentucky fishing license.
- Groups larger than 25 must obtain a permit for activities that move away from established roads or parking areas.
- Business services in the park require an approved permit or authorization; details can be found on the park's website.
Fires & fuel
- To protect forests, do not move firewood; obtain it locally and burn on-site.
Amenities
- The swimming pool is open on weekends and holidays during the summer season.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
