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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
Rates, Sites & Availability
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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
Danielle L
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2023 • Stayed at: D040, Loop: Loop D
Difficult using online permit website. Tried to pay at office on site but that option is only available for Backcountry campers. Strange
Ron P
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2023 • Stayed at: D013, Loop: Loop D
The Big South Fork is a remarkable and beautiful area full of things to do.
The Rangers were friendly, informative and very welcoming! Can’t wait to go back and explore some more!
austin c
VerifiedDecember 28, 2022 • Stayed at: D049, Loop: Loop D
Very good!
Jeffrey M
VerifiedDecember 27, 2022 • Stayed at: D037, Loop: Loop D
Very clean
greg M
VerifiedDecember 24, 2022 • Stayed at: D040, Loop: Loop D
The campsites were very nice. The lantern hook was nice, bear box convenient and loved the level area with crushed limestone for tent setup. Hands down, this is one of the nicest camp grounds I’ve ever stayed at. The bathrooms were great and I was glad they were functional during the cold season
Rachel V
VerifiedDecember 8, 2022 • Stayed at: C030, Loop: Loop C
Campground was clean and neat. Plenty of trash receptacles. Camp host was VERY helpful. When we got there someone was in our site. We ended up changing sites and were able to do so on line.
Douglas M
VerifiedDecember 4, 2022 • Stayed at: C028, Loop: Loop C
I was there to Joy the horseback riding. The clean bath house with the nice location of the parking pads for the vehicles and trailers was amazing. The campground was clean and very accessible.
Therese M
VerifiedDecember 4, 2022 • Stayed at: D050, Loop: Loop D
What a beautiful and peaceful camping park! The park is clean. The washroom facilities were very clean. There are places to walk. The campsites are large enough for families to gather together. The camp host was very nice. We loved it and will be back again.
Ian P
VerifiedNovember 29, 2022 • Stayed at: C007, Loop: Loop C
Great campground!! Bathroom facilities were clean and the showers were hot!! Loved all the hiking trails and would definitely recommend going to the Twin Arches. Pictures don’t do it justice!!
Jason W
VerifiedNovember 28, 2022 • Stayed at: A033, Loop: Loop A
Site was good. Bathroom facilities are excellent. Showers are great. Verizon cell signal is mediocre but usable. Not consistent. It was raining so I used the empty gazebo to do my daily yoga.
Would return.
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
