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
Anne G
VerifiedMarch 17, 2026 • Stayed at: D039, Loop: Loop D
Quiet, gorgeous, clean bathrooms and my favorite thing:
I think the lack of sewer hookups keep the MEGA RVs away. Made for a calmer experience in my opinion.
Kennon R
VerifiedMarch 16, 2026 • Stayed at: D029, Loop: Loop D
Our camp site was well maintained, clean and the support team did a great job taking care of us campers and the facilities!!! Thank you for that!!! The park rangers were very helpful and friendly. The camp store hours are iffy ... to be fair we were camping in early March so maybe that is off-season. I would make sure that the Camp store management coordinate information flow with the park rangers because they get a lot of questions, but they are not in the loop of the camp store's hours or operations. That is a shame... fix that.... please. All-in-all, we loved our stay and will be back very soon.
Kennon R
VerifiedMarch 16, 2026 • Stayed at: D029, Loop: Loop D
Our camp site was well maintained, clean and the support team did a great job taking care of us campers and the facilities!!! Thank you for that!!! The park rangers were very helpful and friendly. The camp store hours are iffy ... to be fair we were camping in early March so maybe that is off-season. I would make sure that the Camp store management coordinate information flow with the park rangers because they get a lot of questions, but they are not in the loop of the camp store's hours or operations. That is a shame... fix that.... please. All-in-all, we loved our stay and will be back very soon.
Kaylee H
VerifiedMarch 15, 2026 • Stayed at: D043, Loop: Loop D
The campground was very well kept, the bathrooms were very clean, the staff at the visitor center were very helpful
Ann A
VerifiedMarch 15, 2026 • Stayed at: D005, Loop: Loop D
It was grea!
Ann A
VerifiedMarch 15, 2026 • Stayed at: D005, Loop: Loop D
It was grea!
Kaylee H
VerifiedMarch 15, 2026 • Stayed at: D043, Loop: Loop D
The campground was very well kept, the bathrooms were very clean, the staff at the visitor center were very helpful
Stephanie S
VerifiedMarch 14, 2026 • Stayed at: D037, Loop: Loop D
Very friendly, helpfully rangers. Beautiful campground and nice bathrooms. We loved riding our bikes and hiking the trails.
David W
VerifiedMarch 14, 2026 • Stayed at: D045, Loop: Loop D
The camp ground is in surprisingly good condition given its age. We came for the hiking and it is possible to go on multiple hikes with out driving once you get there.
David W
VerifiedMarch 14, 2026 • Stayed at: D045, Loop: Loop D
The camp ground is in surprisingly good condition given its age. We came for the hiking and it is possible to go on multiple hikes with out driving once you get there.
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 13, 2026
