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
Leslie G
VerifiedMay 27, 2025 • Stayed at: B001, Loop: Loop B
This campground is a gem! We tent camped in an electric/water site close to bathrooms. Everything is clean and well maintained. Can’t wait to go back!
Steve T
VerifiedMay 26, 2025 • Stayed at: D036, Loop: Loop D
Excellent bathhouse, very well kept. Also the sites are very clean.
Thank you,
Steve & Sandy Thomasson
Steve T
VerifiedMay 26, 2025 • Stayed at: D036, Loop: Loop D
Excellent bathhouse, very well kept. Also the sites are very clean.
Thank you,
Steve & Sandy Thomasson
Andrew M
VerifiedMay 25, 2025 • Stayed at: C019, Loop: Loop C
The sites are clean and well maintained
Andrew M
VerifiedMay 25, 2025 • Stayed at: C019, Loop: Loop C
The sites are clean and well maintained
Hannah F
VerifiedMay 11, 2025 • Stayed at: A041, Loop: Loop A
We loved camping at Bandy Creek. The bathhouse was immaculately clean and well maintained. The campground was nice and the spaces were a good size. I brought my chihuahua and my friends on the site next to me (they were at 42, I was at 41) brought their two dogs as well. We had a great time. It was close to a lot of hiking and activities. We did however encounter a camper the next day who had his Rottweilers off leash and one charged my chihuahua. PLEASE KEEP YOUR DOGS ON A LEASH. ITS THE RULES. Children and adults fearful of dogs do not appreciate it. My small dog did not appreciate it and I can tell he was ready to bite if necessary. He is 12 pounds. That dog was easily 90+ pounds. FOLLOW THE CAMP RULES OR GO BACKCOUNTRY. These rules are to keep everyone safe and happy. The camp staff were great and made rounds about the sites all day if ever anyone needed anything. I can’t wait to go back next year.
Hannah F
VerifiedMay 11, 2025 • Stayed at: A041, Loop: Loop A
We loved camping at Bandy Creek. The bathhouse was immaculately clean and well maintained. The campground was nice and the spaces were a good size. I brought my chihuahua and my friends on the site next to me (they were at 42, I was at 41) brought their two dogs as well. We had a great time. It was close to a lot of hiking and activities. We did however encounter a camper the next day who had his Rottweilers off leash and one charged my chihuahua. PLEASE KEEP YOUR DOGS ON A LEASH. ITS THE RULES. Children and adults fearful of dogs do not appreciate it. My small dog did not appreciate it and I can tell he was ready to bite if necessary. He is 12 pounds. That dog was easily 90+ pounds. FOLLOW THE CAMP RULES OR GO BACKCOUNTRY. These rules are to keep everyone safe and happy. The camp staff were great and made rounds about the sites all day if ever anyone needed anything. I can’t wait to go back next year.
Derek B
VerifiedMay 5, 2025 • Stayed at: C008, Loop: Loop C
Great hidden treasure of a national park campground. Very clean and well maintained campground . Great environment
Derek B
VerifiedMay 5, 2025 • Stayed at: C008, Loop: Loop C
Great hidden treasure of a national park campground. Very clean and well maintained campground . Great environment
Donald P
VerifiedMay 4, 2025 • Stayed at: C004, Loop: Loop C
We took 3 of our grandchildren to camp the weekend of the Spring Planting festival. We thoroughly enjoyed the festival, visiting the different booths the rangers share information at. We took advantage of the shuttles to visit the nearby homesteads and the demonstrations going on there. Of course, the grandchildren also enjoyed hiking the trails and cooking s’mores at camp. BSF never disappoints.
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 5, 2026
