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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
Kara R
VerifiedNovember 2, 2025 • Stayed at: A015, Loop: Loop A
Bathrooms were clean and accessible. Campsite was clean and ready when we arrived. Park was beautiful. Location was close to an aid station for No Business 100 which made it easy for my family to support me during the race and convenient to other places as well. Staff at the camp store were extremely helpful and friendly. Overall a great experience.
Jacqueline V
VerifiedNovember 2, 2025 • Stayed at: D033, Loop: Loop D
We had a nice stay at Bandy Creek. Onsite water hookup wouldn't hold pressure so we ended up using our fresh tank. Site was nice and level.
Jacqueline V
VerifiedNovember 2, 2025 • Stayed at: D033, Loop: Loop D
We had a nice stay at Bandy Creek. Onsite water hookup wouldn't hold pressure so we ended up using our fresh tank. Site was nice and level.
Kara R
VerifiedNovember 2, 2025 • Stayed at: A015, Loop: Loop A
Bathrooms were clean and accessible. Campsite was clean and ready when we arrived. Park was beautiful. Location was close to an aid station for No Business 100 which made it easy for my family to support me during the race and convenient to other places as well. Staff at the camp store were extremely helpful and friendly. Overall a great experience.
Andy A
VerifiedOctober 29, 2025 • Stayed at: D017, Loop: Loop D
Great campground with sites that give plenty of room for small or larger trailers.
If you have a trailer longer than 25’ you may need a 50 amp site to fit your trailer and tow vehicle (they have 50 and 30 amp plugs)
Located centrally to lots of hiking and some mountain biking without having to leave the campground is a real bonus.
We will be back.
Andy A
VerifiedOctober 29, 2025 • Stayed at: D017, Loop: Loop D
Great campground with sites that give plenty of room for small or larger trailers.
If you have a trailer longer than 25’ you may need a 50 amp site to fit your trailer and tow vehicle (they have 50 and 30 amp plugs)
Located centrally to lots of hiking and some mountain biking without having to leave the campground is a real bonus.
We will be back.
Kyle T
VerifiedOctober 28, 2025 • Stayed at: D029, Loop: Loop D
Fantastic as always!
Kyle T
VerifiedOctober 28, 2025 • Stayed at: D029, Loop: Loop D
Fantastic as always!
Mark M
VerifiedOctober 27, 2025 • Stayed at: C006, Loop: Loop C
Site C006 was nice and close the the bath house.
Bryn T
VerifiedOctober 27, 2025 • Stayed at: A047, Loop: Loop A
During the shutdown, this NRA was open. The campground and bathrooms, were immaculate. Thank you NPS!
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
