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
Vincent C
VerifiedNovember 20, 2023 • Stayed at: C024, Loop: Loop C
Our stay at Bandy Creek was wonderful as always. We visit at least twice a year. We got to show new folks around the trails and visit around the campfire at night. The sites are clean, clean bathhouses and attentive staff even in an off season. Thank you all again for the excellent site and experiences.
dan a
VerifiedNovember 20, 2023 • Stayed at: B003, Loop: Loop B
Excellent campground. The way camping ought to be. Large sites w space between em. Clean and woodsy.
Loan T
VerifiedNovember 18, 2023 • Stayed at: D004, Loop: Loop D
Electricity worked well and bathroom facilities were clean. Cell service: T-Mobile had 1 bar on LTE.
Victoria L
VerifiedNovember 18, 2023 • Stayed at: A021, Loop: Loop A
So amazing. Pristine campground bathrooms. Spacious sites. Beautiful wooded setting. Awesome visitor's center with friendly, helpful staff. A luxurious campground compared to some others I've traveled to, yet very secluded and not crowded. 10/10 would recommend.
Loan T
VerifiedNovember 18, 2023 • Stayed at: D004, Loop: Loop D
Electricity worked well and bathroom facilities were clean. Cell service: T-Mobile had 1 bar on LTE.
Victoria L
VerifiedNovember 18, 2023 • Stayed at: A021, Loop: Loop A
So amazing. Pristine campground bathrooms. Spacious sites. Beautiful wooded setting. Awesome visitor's center with friendly, helpful staff. A luxurious campground compared to some others I've traveled to, yet very secluded and not crowded. 10/10 would recommend.
Josh J
VerifiedNovember 17, 2023 • Stayed at: A004, Loop: Loop A
Awesome campground. Staff at the visitors center, the camp store, and the rangers were all very helpful. Can't wait to stay again.
Josh J
VerifiedNovember 17, 2023 • Stayed at: A004, Loop: Loop A
Awesome campground. Staff at the visitors center, the camp store, and the rangers were all very helpful. Can't wait to stay again.
David D
VerifiedNovember 16, 2023 • Stayed at: C024, Loop: Loop C
Always a good visit to Bandy. Third time this year!. Clean facilities, campsite had been attended to before and during our visit. Natural beauty of the area and combined with amenities available brings us back often. My favorite place!
Robert P
VerifiedNovember 16, 2023 • Stayed at: A034, Loop: Loop A
Great campground 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.
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
