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
Ruse T
VerifiedNovember 10, 2024 • Stayed at: A041, Loop: Loop A
My friends and stayed two nights at the Bandy Creek campground at Big South Fork recently. The bathrooms were well maintained. The men’s showers had plenty of hot water.
Ordinarily at campsites, the area where the tents set up can barely accommodate two 2-person tents. Our site had plenty of room to spread out. That was really appreciated! Also, the tent area had plenty of separation from the RV’s. That also works out better.
John V
VerifiedNovember 10, 2024 • Stayed at: D015, Loop: Loop D
Excellent campground, especially with the Senior Lifetime America the Beautiful Pass discount!
Joanne Z
VerifiedNovember 10, 2024 • Stayed at: A034, Loop: Loop A
Great hiking,nice campground with good bathhouse
Raymond R
VerifiedNovember 10, 2024 • Stayed at: D020, Loop: Loop D
A beautiful well kept campground
Michael S
VerifiedNovember 10, 2024 • Stayed at: D051, Loop: Loop D
Arch trail
Michael S
VerifiedNovember 10, 2024 • Stayed at: D052, Loop: Loop D
Great campground
Joe P
VerifiedNovember 10, 2024 • Stayed at: A027, Loop: Loop A
Typical front country campground. Only been on the tent camping loop. BSF is nice though
Keith L
VerifiedNovember 8, 2024 • Stayed at: A020, Loop: Loop A
Tent site A20:
1. Quiet
2. Easy walk to bath house.
3. Site is nice, but does have mud that runs across the paved parking apron and it did rain during my stay.
4. Bath house is comfortable and clean, but shower stalls need more and better towel/clothing hooks. The stubby, chrome hooks are nearly worthless.
5. Great starting point for hikes and mountain biking.
Sue M
VerifiedNovember 8, 2024 • Stayed at: A038, Loop: Loop A
Bandy Creek is the best campground I have stayed at. We love it there. Have been staying there for over 20 years. Had to leave early because of a sick pet. They sent me part of my $ back.
Nancy C
VerifiedNovember 8, 2024 • Stayed at: C010, Loop: Loop C
We have camped at Bandy Creek several times. It is only a couple of hours from our house, and it is a GREAT campground! Nice bath houses, with a dishwashing station. The campsites are generally very good, and some are open all year. We love Big South Fork, for its beauty, and it is much less crowded than the Smokies. So many trails to explore! One could easily stay a week or longer here, and never get bored.
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
