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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
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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
Jr C
VerifiedSeptember 9, 2024 • Stayed at: D035, Loop: Loop D
We loved Bandy Creek! Very well maintenanced!
The only issue we had was with our water hose kept popping off. Ours kids in the next site did as well. Not sure if it's pressure issue or what.
And we loved the pool, just needed an umbrella for shade lol.
Other than that, A+
Adrian C
VerifiedSeptember 9, 2024 • Stayed at: D028, Loop: Loop D
Friendly staff and everything was in great shape.
Cheryl C
VerifiedSeptember 4, 2024 • Stayed at: C016, Loop: Loop C
Without a doubt the Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area is an outdoors persons heaven. Hiking, mtn biking, horseback trails, fishing & all around beauty makes this park a must see if visiting Tennessee.
Cheryl C
VerifiedSeptember 4, 2024 • Stayed at: C016, Loop: Loop C
Without a doubt the Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area is an outdoors persons heaven. Hiking, mtn biking, horseback trails, fishing & all around beauty makes this park a must see if visiting Tennessee.
Steve B
VerifiedAugust 29, 2024 • Stayed at: B008, Loop: Loop B
Always ana enjoyable place to camp and hike. I don't think there is a bad hike in the Big South Fork Recreation Area.
Steve B
VerifiedAugust 29, 2024 • Stayed at: B008, Loop: Loop B
Always ana enjoyable place to camp and hike. I don't think there is a bad hike in the Big South Fork Recreation Area.
Linda S
VerifiedAugust 18, 2024 • Stayed at: C031, Loop: Loop C
Love Bandy Creek!
Bathrooms are clean! The workers are so friendly and helpful!
I really like that the most campsites are shaded and large enough to feel comfortable. (not sitting on top of your neighbor)
I really like the programs they have.
We will finish our camping year over Labor Day weekend. Looking forward to being back at Bandy Creek for 5 nights.
Jason F
VerifiedAugust 18, 2024 • Stayed at: D015, Loop: Loop D
It is a great place for hiking and mountain biking trails are well maintained
Linda S
VerifiedAugust 18, 2024 • Stayed at: C031, Loop: Loop C
Love Bandy Creek!
Bathrooms are clean! The workers are so friendly and helpful!
I really like that the most campsites are shaded and large enough to feel comfortable. (not sitting on top of your neighbor)
I really like the programs they have.
We will finish our camping year over Labor Day weekend. Looking forward to being back at Bandy Creek for 5 nights.
Jason F
VerifiedAugust 18, 2024 • Stayed at: D015, Loop: Loop D
It is a great place for hiking and mountain biking trails are well maintained
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
