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
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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
Tess N
VerifiedOctober 30, 2024 • Stayed at: C011, Loop: Loop C
First of all, the campground at Bandy Creek was very clean. The bathrooms were cleaned and scrubbed every day, and the employees were very pleasant. The scenery was spectacular. The hikes are relatively short, but offer a lot of natural beauty. We hiked the Twin Arches Trail, Angel Falls Trail, Slave Falls Trail (and out to Needle Arch Overlook), and some trails at Pickett CCC Memorial State Park nearby. The trails and signage were well-maintained. I would recommend downloading the NPS app as you can access a trail map for any National Park property. It shows you where you are on the trail as you hike. It works when your phone is in airplane mode so you can preserve your phone battery out on the trail.
Steve B
VerifiedOctober 30, 2024 • Stayed at: B008, Loop: Loop B
Bandy Creek is a wonderful location for camping if you like hiking or horseback riding. The network of trails throughout the park is tremendous.
Tess N
VerifiedOctober 30, 2024 • Stayed at: C011, Loop: Loop C
First of all, the campground at Bandy Creek was very clean. The bathrooms were cleaned and scrubbed every day, and the employees were very pleasant. The scenery was spectacular. The hikes are relatively short, but offer a lot of natural beauty. We hiked the Twin Arches Trail, Angel Falls Trail, Slave Falls Trail (and out to Needle Arch Overlook), and some trails at Pickett CCC Memorial State Park nearby. The trails and signage were well-maintained. I would recommend downloading the NPS app as you can access a trail map for any National Park property. It shows you where you are on the trail as you hike. It works when your phone is in airplane mode so you can preserve your phone battery out on the trail.
brett m
VerifiedOctober 29, 2024 • Stayed at: B012, Loop: Loop B
One of the nicest campgrounds we have visited! Very well maintained. We loved our time here! Very accessible to some of the best MTB trails on the east coast. The sky was so beautiful! We can’t wait to go back!
brett m
VerifiedOctober 29, 2024 • Stayed at: B012, Loop: Loop B
One of the nicest campgrounds we have visited! Very well maintained. We loved our time here! Very accessible to some of the best MTB trails on the east coast. The sky was so beautiful! We can’t wait to go back!
Teresa D
VerifiedOctober 28, 2024 • Stayed at: D034, Loop: Loop D
What a beautiful place! So well kept. There was a bustle of activity every morning when the park staff would clean the bath houses and the bear boxes. The park is beautiful with the visitors center just outside the campground where there are very helpful park staff ready to answer questions. There are many places to get great views of big South Fork River with many many trails to walk. Absolutely gorgeous. My only complaint is that their signs could have been better, sometimes they were confusing and sometimes just absent. Also, if you have a big rig, it can be difficult to navigate, especially on the road coming in from Oneida. Hairpin turns winding narrow roads , it was very stressful driving. In some places, there are overhanging rocks. If you can come in from the back road, which is gravel that’s a much safer route, even if it is a little on the narrow side. We had some trouble getting our rig parked. Ours is 43 feet long. But with the help of a fellow camper we got it done. When you see the warnings about the roads take them seriously!
Teresa D
VerifiedOctober 28, 2024 • Stayed at: D034, Loop: Loop D
What a beautiful place! So well kept. There was a bustle of activity every morning when the park staff would clean the bath houses and the bear boxes. The park is beautiful with the visitors center just outside the campground where there are very helpful park staff ready to answer questions. There are many places to get great views of big South Fork River with many many trails to walk. Absolutely gorgeous. My only complaint is that their signs could have been better, sometimes they were confusing and sometimes just absent. Also, if you have a big rig, it can be difficult to navigate, especially on the road coming in from Oneida. Hairpin turns winding narrow roads , it was very stressful driving. In some places, there are overhanging rocks. If you can come in from the back road, which is gravel that’s a much safer route, even if it is a little on the narrow side. We had some trouble getting our rig parked. Ours is 43 feet long. But with the help of a fellow camper we got it done. When you see the warnings about the roads take them seriously!
Jeanell N
VerifiedOctober 27, 2024 • Stayed at: A012, Loop: Loop A
It was busy so it was loud. Bathhouse clean a little difficult to pitch tent because of gravel but had a great time.
Joe B
VerifiedOctober 27, 2024 • Stayed at: C029, Loop: Loop C
Water pressure in C loop bathroom was non-existent.
Jeanell N
VerifiedOctober 27, 2024 • Stayed at: A012, Loop: Loop A
It was busy so it was loud. Bathhouse clean a little difficult to pitch tent because of gravel but had a great time.
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
