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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 (1074)
What Guests Are Saying
Bandy Creek Campground is highly praised for its spacious campsites, cleanliness, and well-maintained facilities, including bathhouses and hiking trails. Families appreciate the variety of activities for children and the friendly, helpful staff. While the campground offers a peaceful atmosphere, some visitors noted a need for better cell service and more frequent pool access.
What Guests Are Saying
Bandy Creek Campground is highly praised for its spacious campsites, cleanliness, and well-maintained facilities, including bathhouses and hiking trails. Families appreciate the variety of activities for children and the friendly, helpful staff. While the campground offers a peaceful atmosphere, some visitors noted a need for better cell service and more frequent pool access.
Review Summary
Larry L
VerifiedJune 25, 2026 • Stayed at: D012, Loop: Loop D
Very large sights, comfortable, very quiet and dark.
JAMES N
VerifiedJune 26, 2026 • Stayed at: D036, Loop: Loop D
This was our first time camping in Tenn. The campground was clean and well-taken care off. The drive in and out on Leatherwood was incredibly difficult but worth it to get to the campground. When it was quiet, it was QUIET! and when it was dark....Good Lord it was dark!! We were in site #D036. The remoteness of the area made it very peaceful. The staff and people in town were very friendly also. Overall, well worth the 230 mile trip from Northern Kentucky. We will be back soon. Thank you!
Steven W
VerifiedJune 27, 2026 • Stayed at: A038, Loop: Loop A
Bathrooms very clean. Campsite was great size and great for a tent. Nice and quiet . Surprised sites weren’t all taken.
Lynn H
VerifiedJune 28, 2026 • Stayed at: D014, Loop: Loop D
This place is a hidden gem. We felt like we had the whole park to ourselves! All the staff we interacted with were personable and informative. Beautiful park!
Dennis and Sandy M
VerifiedJune 28, 2026 • Stayed at: A015, Loop: Loop A
Bandy Creek has an area just for tenters. Rest rooms were kept clean and well stocked. The best item this camp ground offers tent people is a stainless steel sink ,counter and plenty of hot water to keep you from dish washing in the site! Quick and easy and always clean! Shower were really great after a day on the go! We will definitely be back!
jeff f
VerifiedJune 28, 2026 • Stayed at: D005, Loop: Loop D
Great time
Suzanne D
VerifiedJune 29, 2026 • Stayed at: C008, Loop: Loop C
Very nice Park our site was very private. The Rangers were very informative about hikes and things to do in the park. Make sure you bring bug spray.
Rachel M
VerifiedJune 30, 2026 • Stayed at: D002, Loop: Loop D
Site was roomy. Electric, water, bear proof box for food storage, and limited cell/internet service on this site with TMobile. Was able to make a phone call and slowly browse internet to plan our day. No designated tent pad on this site, so we were able to set up our tent & site how we wanted. The picnic table was also able to be moved. The site was wooded/shaded and semi private from other sites. Site had a trash dumpster nearby and was across from showerhouse, which was clean. There was also a outdoor sink to wash dishes, water bottle filling station. Be aware that snakes do hang around the outside of showerhouses at night. We saw a large snake on the railing at D section showerhouse one evening. We enjoyed this site and would stay here again. Seemed like there were several "great" sites at this campground, with good availability to book just a few weeks out. Pool looked nice and well maintained. Theres not much to do around the Bandy Creek area of BSF without long drives.
William R
VerifiedJune 30, 2026 • Stayed at: C024, Loop: Loop C
Bandy Creek is a beautiful campground. Large sites and well spaced. Bath houses are kept clean and updated. The area has some beautiful hiking trails and even some stone arches to visit. We go there as much as we can. There is plenty of history in the surrounding towns.
Elizabeth A
VerifiedJuly 1, 2026 • Stayed at: D033, Loop: Loop D
Nice clean campground.
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.
Elevation: 484 feet
16 mi drive to downtown Oneida (about 28 min)
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: September 12, 2026
