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
Kenny W
VerifiedJune 7, 2022 • Stayed at: D027, Loop: Loop D
We were there Sunday - Tuesday of Memorial Day weekend and we loved it!
Susan P
VerifiedMay 30, 2022 • Stayed at: B011, Loop: Loop B
Consistent excellent camping. Great horse trails and stables
Lynn A
VerifiedMay 29, 2022 • Stayed at: D049, Loop: Loop D
Appreciate the level sites and no street lights. Definitely a place to go and see the stars.
Beverly T
VerifiedMay 27, 2022 • Stayed at: B013, Loop: Loop B
Have been enjoying the campgry for over 20years. Love the shaded, private sites
Barbara G
VerifiedMay 26, 2022 • Stayed at: A013, Loop: Loop A
Love that there was a "tent only" section. We had nobody near us. The site was large and fairly level. We were very close to the bathroom, which is probably the most spacious one I've ever encountered in a campground anywhere. It was very clean and had nice showers. We had a food locker at our site (bears) and a water pump was located in front of the restrooms. We would definitely camp there again.
Michael T
VerifiedMay 26, 2022 • Stayed at: C010, Loop: Loop C
There was a very large group of campers occupying 4 adjacent sites. They were extremely disruptive, noisy, inconsiderate of campers at nearby sites including ours. They had at least 10-12 small children riding electric carts, bikes, skateboards in the service road. This caused safety issues not to mention the noise and disruption to us. At no point did the camp host, park ranger, or anyone associated with the campground respond to this mess. This went on for 3 days, Fri to Sun.
Daniel S
VerifiedMay 26, 2022 • Stayed at: C029, Loop: Loop C
Well maintained. Very clean. Great restrooms and showers. Offer wood for sale on-site, honor system or in campstore. Make sure to check for ranger led programs.
Aleshia W
VerifiedMay 25, 2022 • Stayed at: C020, Loop: Loop C
Loved our stay! Will be back.
Tori T
VerifiedMay 24, 2022 • Stayed at: B008, Loop: Loop B
I come to Bandy Creek a lot I am very sad that the park has not maintained the horse trails the main access trail from the stable out has not had anything done to it in a very long time i find this very disturbing that the crown jewel of this area is not managed better. I understand that times are hard but the park provides a great way to relax and enjoy the great out doors.
Some of the other trails are in bad shape also this needs to be addressed or the park will loose the support of all of the people that come to enjoy this great place, I would hate to see that. There are so few places that offer such a wonderful way to enjoy nature.
Carl H
VerifiedMay 23, 2022 • Stayed at: C025, Loop: Loop C
Great campground, large sites spaced apart, clean showers and restrooms, great trails. Enjoyed the Decoration Day Cemetery Quest. This is one of our favorite campgrounds.
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
