Bandy Creek Campground with motor home in a campsite in Loop D. Grass and green trees plenty of shade.
Swimming pool with reclining chairs placed around the edge of the pool
Bandy Creek Campground road with fifth-wheel horse trailer in a campsite in Loop B. Grass and green trees.
Entrance Station, Campground Office
Playground

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
Showers Showers

About Bandy Creek

Bandy Creek is a spacious and modern campground, situated in The Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area--a vast and scenic expanse of land that offers visitors countless recreational activities.

Available sites

142 total sites

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Feb
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Apr
May
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Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
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Dec

Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
Showers Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Showers
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see availability.

142 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 A003, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · 51 × 35 ft · Paved
🚐 A004, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 × 35 ft · Paved
🚐 A005, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · 36 × 35 ft · Paved
🚐 A006, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · 48 × 35 ft · Paved
🚐 A007, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · 45 × 35 ft · Paved
🚐 A008, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · 43 × 35 ft · Paved
🚐 A009, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · 47 × 35 ft · Paved
🚐 A010, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · 36 × 35 ft · Paved
🚐 A011, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · 30 × 35 ft · Paved
🚐 A012, Loop: Loop A RV
Pet Friendly · 46 × 35 ft · Paved
⛺ A013, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A014, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A015, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A016, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A017, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A018, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A019, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A020, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A021, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A022, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A023, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A024, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A025, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A026, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A027, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A028, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A029, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A030, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A031, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A032, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A033, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A034, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A035, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A036, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A037, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A038, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A039, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A040, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A041, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A042, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A043, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A044, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A045, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A046, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A047, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A048, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ A049, Loop: Loop A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 B001, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 46 × 35 ft
🚐 B002, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 44 × 35 ft
🚐 B003, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 43 × 35 ft
🚐 B004, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 45 × 35 ft
🚐 B005, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 37 × 35 ft
🚐 B006, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 52 × 35 ft
🚐 B007, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 58 × 35 ft
🚐 B008, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 59 × 35 ft
🚐 B009, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 48 × 35 ft
🚐 B010, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 28 × 35 ft
🚐 B011, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 48 × 35 ft
🚐 B012, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 42 × 35 ft
🚐 B013, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 49 × 35 ft
🚐 B014, Loop: Loop B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 53 × 35 ft
🚐 C003, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 44 × 35 ft
🚐 C004, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 44 × 35 ft
🚐 C005, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 46 × 35 ft
🚐 C006, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 49 × 35 ft
🚐 C007, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 56 × 35 ft
🚐 C008, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 50 × 35 ft
🚐 C009, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 50 × 35 ft
🚐 C010, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 38 × 35 ft
🚐 C011, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 38 × 35 ft
🚐 C012, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 50 × 35 ft
🚐 C013, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 43 × 35 ft
🚐 C014, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 39 × 35 ft
🚐 C015, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 27 × 35 ft
🚐 C016, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 25 × 35 ft
🚐 C017, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 × 35 ft
🚐 C018, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 54 × 35 ft
🚐 C019, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 47 × 35 ft
🚐 C020, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 39 × 35 ft
🚐 C021, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 56 × 35 ft
🚐 C022, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 41 × 35 ft
🚐 C023, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 × 35 ft
🚐 C024, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 50 × 35 ft
🚐 C025, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 51 × 35 ft
🚐 C026, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 48 × 35 ft
🚐 C027, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 47 × 35 ft
🚐 C028, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 41 × 35 ft
🚐 C029, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 46 × 35 ft
🚐 C030, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 47 × 35 ft
🚐 C031, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 × 35 ft
🚐 C032, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 53 × 35 ft
🚐 D001, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 56 × 35 ft
🚐 D002, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 50 × 35 ft
🚐 D003, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 52 × 35 ft
🚐 D004, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 52 × 35 ft
🚐 D005, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 42 × 35 ft
🚐 D006, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 43 × 35 ft
🚐 D008, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 57 × 35 ft
🚐 D009, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 54 × 35 ft
🚐 D010, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 56 × 35 ft
🚐 D011, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 57 × 35 ft
🚐 D012, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 51 × 35 ft
🚐 D013, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 46 × 35 ft
🚐 D014, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 55 × 35 ft
🚐 D015, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 51 × 35 ft
🚐 D016, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 30 × 33 ft
🚐 D017, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 58 × 35 ft
🚐 D018, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 49 × 35 ft
🚐 D019, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 44 × 35 ft
🚐 D020, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 33 × 35 ft
🚐 D021, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 52 × 35 ft
🚐 D022, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 25 × 35 ft
🚐 D023, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 47 × 35 ft
🚐 D024, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 52 × 35 ft
🚐 D025, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 40 × 35 ft
🚐 D026, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 49 × 35 ft
🚐 D027, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 45 × 35 ft
🚐 D028, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 43 × 35 ft
🚐 D029, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 × 35 ft
🚐 D030, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 33 × 35 ft
🚐 D031, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 × 35 ft
🚐 D032, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 50 × 35 ft
🚐 D033, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 50 × 35 ft
🚐 D034, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 47 × 35 ft
🚐 D035, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 48 × 35 ft
🚐 D036, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 39 × 35 ft
🚐 D037, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 × 35 ft
🚐 D038, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 25 × 35 ft
⛺ D039, Loop: Loop D Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 D040, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 73 × 35 ft
🚐 D041, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 42 × 35 ft
🚐 D042, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 39 × 35 ft
🚐 D043, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 41 × 35 ft
🚐 D044, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 54 × 35 ft
🚐 D045, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 38 × 35 ft
🚐 D046, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 47 × 35 ft
🚐 D047, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 46 × 35 ft
🚐 D048, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 65 × 35 ft
🚐 D049, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 50 × 35 ft
🚐 D050, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 49 × 35 ft
🚐 D051, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 40 × 35 ft
🚐 D052, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 73 × 35 ft

Reviews

1124 reviews

Summary

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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.

Based on guest feedback

4.7

Overall rating

Based on 1124 reviews

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4 stars 16.5% (185)
3 stars 3.3% (37)
2 stars 1.5% (17)
1 star 1.2% (14)

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Teddy B

Verified

July 14, 2025 Stayed at: A035, Loop: Loop A

Me and my wife visited Bandy creek in early July (weekend of the 4th). We had stayed in a cabin at the nearby Pickett CCC state memorial park about a year prior on our honeymoon, so we decided we wanted to try out tent camping at Big South Fork since we had heard that it was a nice park and we loved the atmosphere of Pickett. Also, we camped earlier this year at Rock Creek Campground in Obed Wild, which had primitive tent camping and facilities.
The area around BSF and Bandy creek had many of the same things that we loved about Pickett (aside from proximity to natural water... yes, even though it is in the name, the campground is actually quite far from bandy creek). Obed Wild also had nearby water access, but its facilities were far inferior. My wife has been pregnant for both tent camping trips (at Obed - before we knew we should be expecting - and Bandy Creek), so the fully plumbed bathrooms at Bandy creek were much appreciated. The flushing toilets were far superior to the outhouses at Rock Creek, and there were also showers. Our campsite was EXTREMELY close to the bath house (intentionally), but if we return, I think I would reserve one of the sites A44-A48 because they have a bit more privacy, and the back of the site faces the woods rather than being sandwiched between another campsite, the road, and the bath house like we were in A35.
I would also warn that there are limited free outdoor activities around Bandy creek. There are some trails, but they are either quite bland or rather long (the best trails seem to require a drive to visit). Nonetheless, there is a pool that only costs $3 for a day pass which we felt was reasonable, and the pool was kept very clean. It is a 3-5 ft pool with a secondary, shallower "kiddie pool" but I don't know if it has a zero entry area, sorry.
The camp store had everything we needed and more.
Bandy Creek would be a 5 star site, but we encountered a lot of bugs on our visit, and we wanted to enjoy more outdoor activities.

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Teddy B

Verified

July 14, 2025 Stayed at: A035, Loop: Loop A

Me and my wife visited Bandy creek in early July (weekend of the 4th). We had stayed in a cabin at the nearby Pickett CCC state memorial park about a year prior on our honeymoon, so we decided we wanted to try out tent camping at Big South Fork since we had heard that it was a nice park and we loved the atmosphere of Pickett. Also, we camped earlier this year at Rock Creek Campground in Obed Wild, which had primitive tent camping and facilities.
The area around BSF and Bandy creek had many of the same things that we loved about Pickett (aside from proximity to natural water... yes, even though it is in the name, the campground is actually quite far from bandy creek). Obed Wild also had nearby water access, but its facilities were far inferior. My wife has been pregnant for both tent camping trips (at Obed - before we knew we should be expecting - and Bandy Creek), so the fully plumbed bathrooms at Bandy creek were much appreciated. The flushing toilets were far superior to the outhouses at Rock Creek, and there were also showers. Our campsite was EXTREMELY close to the bath house (intentionally), but if we return, I think I would reserve one of the sites A44-A48 because they have a bit more privacy, and the back of the site faces the woods rather than being sandwiched between another campsite, the road, and the bath house like we were in A35.
I would also warn that there are limited free outdoor activities around Bandy creek. There are some trails, but they are either quite bland or rather long (the best trails seem to require a drive to visit). Nonetheless, there is a pool that only costs $3 for a day pass which we felt was reasonable, and the pool was kept very clean. It is a 3-5 ft pool with a secondary, shallower "kiddie pool" but I don't know if it has a zero entry area, sorry.
The camp store had everything we needed and more.
Bandy Creek would be a 5 star site, but we encountered a lot of bugs on our visit, and we wanted to enjoy more outdoor activities.

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Leah S

Verified

July 19, 2025 Stayed at: B013, Loop: Loop B

Pool, shower, water and electric. One of the best NPS campgrounds we’ve been to.

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Leah S

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July 19, 2025 Stayed at: B013, Loop: Loop B

Pool, shower, water and electric. One of the best NPS campgrounds we’ve been to.

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Tim M

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July 21, 2025 Stayed at: B010, Loop: Loop B

Nice Bike ride

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Tim M

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July 21, 2025 Stayed at: B010, Loop: Loop B

Nice Bike ride

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Taylor A

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July 26, 2025 Stayed at: A021, Loop: Loop A

We left early due to weather, but the campground is nice and peaceful. The showers were warm and clean, too. Only issue I would bring up is that the park feels woefully understaffed now.

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Taylor A

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July 26, 2025 Stayed at: A021, Loop: Loop A

We left early due to weather, but the campground is nice and peaceful. The showers were warm and clean, too. Only issue I would bring up is that the park feels woefully understaffed now.

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Location & Directions for Bandy Creek

4564 Leatherwood Rd, Oneida, TN 37841 United States

Elevation: 484 ft

Getting There

For detailed directions, please visit: http://www.nps.gov/biso/planyourvisit/directions.htm

Nearest town

Oneida, TN - 16 mi

About 28 min to downtown

Highway access

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.

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: November 5, 2026

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