Bandy Creek

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

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

142 total sites

RV Sites

104 sites

Tent Sites

38 sites

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.

Number of accommodations: 142

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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May
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Jul
Aug
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Oct
Nov
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
Missing information?

Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

142 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 A003, Loop: Loop A RV
No Hookups
🚐 A004, Loop: Loop A RV
No Hookups
🚐 A005, Loop: Loop A RV
No Hookups
🚐 A006, Loop: Loop A RV
No Hookups
🚐 A007, Loop: Loop A RV
No Hookups
🚐 A008, Loop: Loop A RV
No Hookups
🚐 A009, Loop: Loop A RV
No Hookups
🚐 A010, Loop: Loop A RV
No Hookups
🚐 A011, Loop: Loop A RV
No Hookups
🚐 A012, Loop: Loop A RV
No Hookups
A013, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A014, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A015, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A016, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A017, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A018, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A019, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A020, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A021, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A022, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A023, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A024, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A025, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A026, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A027, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A028, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A029, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A030, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A031, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A032, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A033, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A034, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A035, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A036, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A037, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A038, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A039, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A040, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A041, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A042, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A043, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A044, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A045, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A046, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A047, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A048, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
A049, Loop: Loop A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 B001, Loop: Loop B RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 B002, Loop: Loop B RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 B003, Loop: Loop B RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 B004, Loop: Loop B RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 B005, Loop: Loop B RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 B006, Loop: Loop B RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 B007, Loop: Loop B RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 B008, Loop: Loop B RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 B009, Loop: Loop B RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 B010, Loop: Loop B RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 B011, Loop: Loop B RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 B012, Loop: Loop B RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 B013, Loop: Loop B RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 B014, Loop: Loop B RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 C003, Loop: Loop C RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 C004, Loop: Loop C RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 C005, Loop: Loop C RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 C006, Loop: Loop C RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 C007, Loop: Loop C RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 C008, Loop: Loop C RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 C009, Loop: Loop C RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 C010, Loop: Loop C RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 C011, Loop: Loop C RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 C012, Loop: Loop C RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 C013, Loop: Loop C RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 C014, Loop: Loop C RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 C015, Loop: Loop C RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 C016, Loop: Loop C RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 C017, Loop: Loop C RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 C018, Loop: Loop C RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 C019, Loop: Loop C RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 C020, Loop: Loop C RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 C021, Loop: Loop C RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 C022, Loop: Loop C RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 C023, Loop: Loop C RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 C024, Loop: Loop C RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 C025, Loop: Loop C RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 C026, Loop: Loop C RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 C027, Loop: Loop C RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 C028, Loop: Loop C RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 C029, Loop: Loop C RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 C030, Loop: Loop C RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 C031, Loop: Loop C RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 C032, Loop: Loop C RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D001, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D002, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D003, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D004, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D005, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D006, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D008, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D009, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D010, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D011, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D012, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D013, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D014, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D015, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D016, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D017, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D018, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D019, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D020, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D021, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D022, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D023, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D024, Loop: Loop D RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D025, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D026, Loop: Loop D RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D027, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D028, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D029, Loop: Loop D RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D030, Loop: Loop D RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D031, Loop: Loop D RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D032, Loop: Loop D RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D033, Loop: Loop D RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D034, Loop: Loop D RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D035, Loop: Loop D RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D036, Loop: Loop D RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D037, Loop: Loop D RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D038, Loop: Loop D RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
D039, Loop: Loop D Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 D040, Loop: Loop D RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D041, Loop: Loop D RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D042, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D043, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D044, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D045, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D046, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D047, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D048, Loop: Loop D RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D049, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D050, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D051, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
🚐 D052, Loop: Loop D RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric

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.

Review Summary

4.7
1074 reviews
5
77.3%
830
4
16.6%
178
3
3.4%
36
2
1.5%
16
1
1.3%
14

Katelynn P

Verified

June 1, 2026 Stayed at: A006, Loop: Loop A

5

Bandy Creek was an excellent campground to stay at!! All of the campsites have level ground for tent camping and that's something my group really appreciated! The bathrooms were clean and the campground was peaceful and quiet. The pool was open anytime it could be even with the extreme rain memeorial day weekend. Everyone was also extremely kind and knowledgeable when we encountered staff anywhere around the park. The trails are clearly marker and everything is amazing from start to finish. Thank you Bandy Creek I will be staying again!

Anna H

Verified

June 1, 2026 Stayed at: D025, Loop: Loop D

5

Excellent campground. Fun playgrounds and nice pool. Super close to tons of great trails . Clean and large campsites. Highly recommend.

Mechelle P

Verified

May 31, 2026 Stayed at: D014, Loop: Loop D

5

Friendly staff . Nice campgrounds with plenty of bath houses.

Carl C

Verified

May 31, 2026 Stayed at: D017, Loop: Loop D

5

specious camp sites nice bike riding routes very good value

Martha B

Verified

May 30, 2026 Stayed at: D005, Loop: Loop D

5

Great site!

Patricia E

Verified

May 29, 2026 Stayed at: D038, Loop: Loop D

5

A very nice camping trip. Quiet and clean campsite. Rangers were present daily and very nice and helpful.

James W

Verified

May 26, 2026 Stayed at: A045, Loop: Loop A

5

Nope

Renee P

Verified

May 25, 2026 Stayed at: C012, Loop: Loop C

5

It was a great camping experience,the park ranger helped us out a lot he told us bout some trails to explore while we were there camping for the weekend, the site was very clean, I would recommend it to everyone:)

Katherine S

Verified

May 24, 2026 Stayed at: B003, Loop: Loop B

5

great sites and very helpful staff

Corbin C

Verified

May 24, 2026 Stayed at: D040, Loop: Loop D

5

Clean restrooms, hot showers, very nice campsites and additional amenities. Visitor center rangers made some helpful recommendations!

Location Bandy Creek

Address:
4564 Leatherwood Rd
Oneida, TN, 37841
United States

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.

Elevation: 484 feet

Distance to downtown

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.

Nearby Campgrounds

Nearby destinations


Last updated: September 12, 2026

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