Bandy Creek Campground with motor home in a campsite in Loop D. Grass and green trees plenty of shade.
Swimming pool with reclining chairs placed around the edge of the pool
Bandy Creek Campground road with fifth-wheel horse trailer in a campsite in Loop B. Grass and green trees.
Entrance Station, Campground Office
Playground

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
Showers Showers

About Bandy Creek

Bandy Creek is a spacious and modern campground, situated in The Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area--a vast and scenic expanse of land that offers visitors countless recreational activities.

Available sites

142 total sites

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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May
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Oct
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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
Showers Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Showers
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see availability.

142 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 A003, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · 51 × 35 ft · Paved
🚐 A004, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 × 35 ft · Paved
🚐 A005, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · 36 × 35 ft · Paved
🚐 A006, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · 48 × 35 ft · Paved
🚐 A007, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · 45 × 35 ft · Paved
🚐 A008, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · 43 × 35 ft · Paved
🚐 A009, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · 47 × 35 ft · Paved
🚐 A010, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · 36 × 35 ft · Paved
🚐 A011, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · 30 × 35 ft · Paved
🚐 A012, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · 46 × 35 ft · Paved
⛺ A013, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A014, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A015, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A016, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A017, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A018, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A019, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A020, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A021, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A022, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A023, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A024, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A025, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A026, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A027, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A028, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A029, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A030, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A031, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A032, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A033, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A034, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A035, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A036, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A037, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A038, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A039, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A040, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A041, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A042, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A043, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A044, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A045, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A046, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A047, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A048, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A049, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 B001, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 46 × 35 ft
🚐 B002, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 44 × 35 ft
🚐 B003, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 43 × 35 ft
🚐 B004, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 45 × 35 ft
🚐 B005, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 37 × 35 ft
🚐 B006, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 52 × 35 ft
🚐 B007, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 58 × 35 ft
🚐 B008, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 59 × 35 ft
🚐 B009, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 48 × 35 ft
🚐 B010, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 28 × 35 ft
🚐 B011, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 48 × 35 ft
🚐 B012, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 42 × 35 ft
🚐 B013, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 49 × 35 ft
🚐 B014, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 53 × 35 ft
🚐 C003, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 44 × 35 ft
🚐 C004, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 44 × 35 ft
🚐 C005, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 46 × 35 ft
🚐 C006, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 49 × 35 ft
🚐 C007, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 56 × 35 ft
🚐 C008, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 50 × 35 ft
🚐 C009, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 50 × 35 ft
🚐 C010, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 38 × 35 ft
🚐 C011, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 38 × 35 ft
🚐 C012, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 50 × 35 ft
🚐 C013, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 43 × 35 ft
🚐 C014, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 39 × 35 ft
🚐 C015, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 27 × 35 ft
🚐 C016, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 25 × 35 ft
🚐 C017, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 × 35 ft
🚐 C018, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 54 × 35 ft
🚐 C019, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 47 × 35 ft
🚐 C020, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 39 × 35 ft
🚐 C021, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 56 × 35 ft
🚐 C022, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 41 × 35 ft
🚐 C023, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 × 35 ft
🚐 C024, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 50 × 35 ft
🚐 C025, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 51 × 35 ft
🚐 C026, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 48 × 35 ft
🚐 C027, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 47 × 35 ft
🚐 C028, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 41 × 35 ft
🚐 C029, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 46 × 35 ft
🚐 C030, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 47 × 35 ft
🚐 C031, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 × 35 ft
🚐 C032, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 53 × 35 ft
🚐 D001, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 56 × 35 ft
🚐 D002, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 50 × 35 ft
🚐 D003, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 52 × 35 ft
🚐 D004, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 52 × 35 ft
🚐 D005, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 42 × 35 ft
🚐 D006, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 43 × 35 ft
🚐 D008, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 57 × 35 ft
🚐 D009, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 54 × 35 ft
🚐 D010, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 56 × 35 ft
🚐 D011, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 57 × 35 ft
🚐 D012, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 51 × 35 ft
🚐 D013, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 46 × 35 ft
🚐 D014, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 55 × 35 ft
🚐 D015, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 51 × 35 ft
🚐 D016, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 30 × 33 ft
🚐 D017, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 58 × 35 ft
🚐 D018, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 49 × 35 ft
🚐 D019, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 44 × 35 ft
🚐 D020, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 33 × 35 ft
🚐 D021, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 52 × 35 ft
🚐 D022, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 25 × 35 ft
🚐 D023, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 47 × 35 ft
🚐 D024, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 52 × 35 ft
🚐 D025, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 40 × 35 ft
🚐 D026, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 49 × 35 ft
🚐 D027, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 45 × 35 ft
🚐 D028, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 43 × 35 ft
🚐 D029, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 × 35 ft
🚐 D030, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 33 × 35 ft
🚐 D031, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 × 35 ft
🚐 D032, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 50 × 35 ft
🚐 D033, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 50 × 35 ft
🚐 D034, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 47 × 35 ft
🚐 D035, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 48 × 35 ft
🚐 D036, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 39 × 35 ft
🚐 D037, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 × 35 ft
🚐 D038, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 25 × 35 ft
⛺ D039, Loop: Loop D Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 D040, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 73 × 35 ft
🚐 D041, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 42 × 35 ft
🚐 D042, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 39 × 35 ft
🚐 D043, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 41 × 35 ft
🚐 D044, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 54 × 35 ft
🚐 D045, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 38 × 35 ft
🚐 D046, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 47 × 35 ft
🚐 D047, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 46 × 35 ft
🚐 D048, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 65 × 35 ft
🚐 D049, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 50 × 35 ft
🚐 D050, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 49 × 35 ft
🚐 D051, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 40 × 35 ft
🚐 D052, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 73 × 35 ft

Reviews

1124 reviews

Summary

AI generated

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.

Based on guest feedback

4.7

Overall rating

Based on 1124 reviews

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5 stars 77.5% (871)
4 stars 16.5% (185)
3 stars 3.3% (37)
2 stars 1.5% (17)
1 star 1.2% (14)

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Michelle H

May 4, 2026

We have been coming here for over 10 years - it is the best for littles or mountain biking weekends!

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Eugene S

Verified

May 3, 2026 Stayed at: D038, Loop: Loop D

Clean and quiet. Restrooms were well maintained. Camp sights were nice with wooded separation.

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Chloe C

Verified

May 3, 2026 Stayed at: D028, Loop: Loop D

Bandy Creek campground is a gem! We loved our campsite!! Clean bathhouses, the playgrounds are a big draw for the kids. We loved the stables, the visitors center and the camp store. Fantastic experience all around!

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Tammy W

Verified

May 3, 2026 Stayed at: D018, Loop: Loop D

We had a great week. Arrived on a Saturday and had reservations for 8 nights, however we pulled out a night eatly due to the amount off additional campers that had arrived on Thursday and because Bandy Creek campground only had 1 dumping station and we didn't want to wait in line to dump our waste.
If you enjoy a quite campground with privacy Bandy Creek is exceptional. Weekends seemed to be their busiest times (Thursday- Sunday). Plenty of camp spaces to choose from and excellent bath houses; clean with great hot water for showers.
We hiked the trails around the campground and rode bikes too.
Enjoyed our stay.

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Amanda T

Verified

May 3, 2026 Stayed at: D003, Loop: Loop D

Our stay at Bandy Creek Campground was unacceptable and reflects poor management.

We paid for a full hookup site, yet arrived to a leaking water spigot. When we reported it, the camp host showed no urgency and told us not to use it—essentially expecting us to go without a service we paid for instead of fixing the issue.

The situation got worse the next morning when a maintenance worker knocked on our camper door twice before 7:30am, then came back 15 minutes later and knocked again, waking our entire family, including our 2-year-old. There was no prior notice, and there is no excuse for repeatedly disturbing guests that early over a non-emergency repair considering they wasn’t concerned the day before when it was reported.

Between the lack of response, poor communication, and complete disregard for guests, this was a very disappointing experience. Management needs to do better. Needless to say our toddlers sleep schedule being disturbed ruined our whole day.

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Scott C

Verified

May 3, 2026 Stayed at: C019, Loop: Loop C

The event was great. The rain did make a dent in the plans. The bathrooms do need some updates. The bugs were crazy thick and poison ivy at the camp sites needed some attention. Also in C19 the water has made a huge hole in the edge of the site next to the fire place.

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Janine R

Verified

May 3, 2026 Stayed at: B011, Loop: Loop B

For the supposd scary driving, the campground is just average.
I will now try another part of the park (north, the mining area)
Thanks

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Eugene S

Verified

May 3, 2026 Stayed at: D038, Loop: Loop D

Clean and quiet. Restrooms were well maintained. Camp sights were nice with wooded separation.

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Chloe C

Verified

May 3, 2026 Stayed at: D028, Loop: Loop D

Bandy Creek campground is a gem! We loved our campsite!! Clean bathhouses, the playgrounds are a big draw for the kids. We loved the stables, the visitors center and the camp store. Fantastic experience all around!

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Tammy W

Verified

May 3, 2026 Stayed at: D018, Loop: Loop D

We had a great week. Arrived on a Saturday and had reservations for 8 nights, however we pulled out a night eatly due to the amount off additional campers that had arrived on Thursday and because Bandy Creek campground only had 1 dumping station and we didn't want to wait in line to dump our waste.
If you enjoy a quite campground with privacy Bandy Creek is exceptional. Weekends seemed to be their busiest times (Thursday- Sunday). Plenty of camp spaces to choose from and excellent bath houses; clean with great hot water for showers.
We hiked the trails around the campground and rode bikes too.
Enjoyed our stay.

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Location & Directions for Bandy Creek

4564 Leatherwood Rd, Oneida, TN 37841 United States

Elevation: 484 ft

Getting There

For detailed directions, please visit: http://www.nps.gov/biso/planyourvisit/directions.htm

Nearest town

Oneida, TN - 16 mi

About 28 min to downtown

Highway access

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.

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: November 5, 2026

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