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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
Tammy W
VerifiedMay 3, 2026 • Stayed at: D018, Loop: Loop D
We had a great week. Arrived on a Saturday and had reservations for 8 nights, however we pulled out a night eatly due to the amount off additional campers that had arrived on Thursday and because Bandy Creek campground only had 1 dumping station and we didn't want to wait in line to dump our waste.
If you enjoy a quite campground with privacy Bandy Creek is exceptional. Weekends seemed to be their busiest times (Thursday- Sunday). Plenty of camp spaces to choose from and excellent bath houses; clean with great hot water for showers.
We hiked the trails around the campground and rode bikes too.
Enjoyed our stay.
Chloe C
VerifiedMay 3, 2026 • Stayed at: D028, Loop: Loop D
Bandy Creek campground is a gem! We loved our campsite!! Clean bathhouses, the playgrounds are a big draw for the kids. We loved the stables, the visitors center and the camp store. Fantastic experience all around!
Eugene S
VerifiedMay 3, 2026 • Stayed at: D038, Loop: Loop D
Clean and quiet. Restrooms were well maintained. Camp sights were nice with wooded separation.
Robert B
VerifiedMay 4, 2026 • Stayed at: A010, Loop: Loop A
Great campground! Very clean! Can’t beat the hiking here!!
Jeffrey M
VerifiedMay 4, 2026 • Stayed at: C015, Loop: Loop C
Love this place
James M
VerifiedMay 7, 2026 • Stayed at: A033, Loop: Loop A
Very nice experience great campground
Peter N
VerifiedMay 7, 2026 • Stayed at: A007, Loop: Loop A
Love it at Bandy Creek! Peaceful campground, lots of hiking opportunities, nice visitor center
Debbie B
VerifiedMay 7, 2026 • Stayed at: A047, Loop: Loop A
Big South Fork is the hidden gem of National Parks. It is as beautiful as The Smokies, but without all the tourists. I loved camping at Bandy Creek campground. The Rangers were helpful and friendly. The facilities were clean and well maintained. The trails were beautiful! Definitely worth a return trip!
Jason B
VerifiedMay 9, 2026 • Stayed at: A037, Loop: Loop A
I'll tell you what, this is an incredible campground! Great surrounding. Plenty of hiking trails. Wonderful amenities. And the staff! They couldn't be better!
Brandon K
VerifiedMay 10, 2026 • Stayed at: A039, Loop: Loop A
Not a bad site, just be aware that if there aren't any leaves on the trees then the site will be in full sunlight during the day. Can be a bit unpleasant if you didn't bring a tarp or anything.
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
