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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
Rates, Sites & Availability
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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
Connor L
VerifiedJuly 30, 2023 • Stayed at: B010, Loop: Loop B
The campground itself was nice and everyone was super friendly.
Watch out for snakes though! I got bitten by a Cotten mouth snake on my way to the showers walking at the street. I had to be taken to the hospital in an ambulance which caused me to have to cancel the remainder of my planned trip which was about 8 other campgrounds. My biggest gripe with recreation.gov is that they charged me a cancellation fee for each campground even after I got bitten by a snake on their (Bandy Creek) campground and for some nights no refund at all.
We saw lots of warnings about bears but barely any for snakes. The night before a 5-year old got bit by a snake at the same campground as well.
gary s
VerifiedAugust 4, 2023 • Stayed at: A035, Loop: Loop A
Stayed in the non-electric tent only area which is what I wanted the restrooms and showers were very clean the campsite was level and had shade. All personnel that I met were friendly and helpful.
Erick C
VerifiedAugust 6, 2023 • Stayed at: B001, Loop: Loop B
Nice and clean, very friendly staff
Travis J
VerifiedAugust 8, 2023 • Stayed at: D021, Loop: Loop D
Great outdoor adventure! From the campground you have access to long and short hiking adventures that have small waterfalls, bluffs, historic buildings and lots of wildlife and nature.
A short drive away from the campsite (30mintues) you are at trail heads to miles of amazing hikes! Twin arch’s long loop is a must!
Biking, hiking and river activities this is your campground.
The pool does bring in heavy weekend traffic- but just to the campground. The sites range from primitive to 50 amp with water. Dump station was ok, a bit of a sharp turn getting into and out of.
100% going back- probably when the pool is closed!
Hunter A
VerifiedAugust 16, 2023 • Stayed at: C022, Loop: Loop C
Amazing campground with super sites. Quiet and hardly anyone there during the week. Incredible hiking in the area and the Mountain Biking is stellar. Highly recommended to bring the Mountain bike and hiking shoes. A dip in the pool after a good day's adventure was a treat! What a gem of a national park this is and the campground is a diamond.
Mark R
VerifiedAugust 20, 2023 • Stayed at: A034, Loop: Loop A
Best camp site that I have ever visited.
Laureen W
VerifiedAugust 21, 2023 • Stayed at: B010, Loop: Loop B
The Park is very well maintained, bathrooms included! Everyone was so nice and welcoming. We had the campground almost all to ourselves. Great night by the campfire, but no bear sightings! Will definitely return.
Karen L
VerifiedAugust 22, 2023 • Stayed at: B007, Loop: Loop B
Loved this campground. Sites have adequate screening and most were level. Bathrooms were large and clean. Would definitely stay there again. Lots of good hiking and site seeing.
Rick B
VerifiedAugust 28, 2023 • Stayed at: C004, Loop: Loop C
Very clean and comfortable camp ground. Exceeded our expectations!
Kari L
VerifiedAugust 28, 2023 • Stayed at: C005, Loop: Loop C
Always our favorite!!!!!
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
