About Blue Heron Campground
Number of accommodations: 44
Campground Amenities
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Pet Friendly -
Potable Water -
Dump Station
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (334)
What Guests Are Saying
Blue Heron Campground is well-maintained, peaceful, and offers clean facilities, making it a favorite for many visitors. The proximity to hiking trails, especially the Blue Heron Loop, adds to its appeal. While some campers noted noise from nearby children and the absence of a campground host, the overall atmosphere is friendly and the campground provides a great outdoor experience.
What Guests Are Saying
Blue Heron Campground is well-maintained, peaceful, and offers clean facilities, making it a favorite for many visitors. The proximity to hiking trails, especially the Blue Heron Loop, adds to its appeal. While some campers noted noise from nearby children and the absence of a campground host, the overall atmosphere is friendly and the campground provides a great outdoor experience.
Review Summary
Bill D
VerifiedJune 26, 2023 • Stayed at: 022, Loop:
Blue Heron is a nice camp ground and is well maintained. We didn't see a camp host but everything was kept in very good condition.
Scott Z
VerifiedJune 25, 2023 • Stayed at: 012, Loop:
Very quiet campground. Wish they sold firewood though.
PAMELA B
VerifiedJune 20, 2023 • Stayed at: 031, Loop:
The shower heads in the ladies room are terrible. They are really high and the flow is awful. It would be nice if the showers were cleaned more often. I showered every day with the same spider.
The wifi only works at the bathhouse. Sites 39-43 get the best cell signal. Starlink only works on a few sites in the middle of the park.
Ben H
VerifiedMay 28, 2023 • Stayed at: 031, Loop:
Nathan K
VerifiedMay 28, 2023 • Stayed at: 022, Loop:
Well shaded sites and a nice bathhouse
Tom R
VerifiedMay 24, 2023 • Stayed at: 011, Loop:
Very quiet during the weekdays, very clean, cell coverage was 2 bars on both AT&T and VERIZON.
Kelly B
VerifiedMay 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 015, Loop:
Very nice quiet campground with plenty of things to do in the area. Highly recommend!!
Dave K
VerifiedMay 11, 2023 • Stayed at: 024, Loop:
Campground was not very busy in early-May (big plus). Somewhat out of the way and not a lot to do beyond some hiking. Campsite was nice (#24) with electric and water hookup. Most of the campsites looked nice. Some were unlevel beyond being able to level an RV. The campground is not patroled - never saw anyone except one maintenance person with a weed trimmer. So it was pretty much self-help. Nearby there is a mining camp re-creation/outdoor museum. It looks like it used to be visited by a tourist train but no longer. It is falling into disrepair. Price was right with senior lifetime pass - $10/night.
Gloria M
VerifiedMay 6, 2023 • Stayed at: 028, Loop:
It is peaceful. Beautiful scenery
Matt S
VerifiedMay 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 005, Loop:
Big rig friendly, not so much. We have a 42’ class A coach.
First, the 5 mile access road to the park has very steep up and down grades along with moderate to tight curves.
The sites at the park are we’re not level. Some went up hill from the road others went downhill from the road. The wasn’t a worker the entire week we were there. We never used the bathroom so I’m not sure if they were cleaned or even open. The up side was it was very secluded and beautifully quiet plus only $10 a night for W/E with out AtB senior pass.
Location Blue Heron Campground
Address:
4564 Leatherwood Road
Oneida, TN, 37841
United States
Latitude & Longitude: 36.6781 / -84.5189
Elevation: 390 feet
Policies & Rules
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Black bears and other wildlife frequent this campground. Please keep in mind that “food” to a bear includes any item with a scent, regardless of packaging. This may consist of items that you do not consider food, such as canned goods, horse feed, bottles, drinks, soaps, cosmetics, toiletries, trash, ice chests (even when empty), and unwashed items used for preparing or eating meals. All these items must be stored properly.
Following these guidelines will keep you from getting your property confiscated from your campsite.
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This is a hazardous tree area and branches may fall at any time; use caution when selecting a place to camp |
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A Tennessee or Kentucky fishing license is required to fish in the main river of the Big South Fork |
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Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more. |
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Ay group larger than 25 persons wishing to participate in any activity in the park in which members of the group will depart from an established road and/or parking area must first obtain a permit for such activity. More information can be found online at www.nps.gov/biso/planyourvisit/special-use-permits.htm. |
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Please be advised that an approved Permit or Authorization by the superintendent is required before providing business services within Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area. This includes services such as RV or tent delivery and setup, firewood sales and delivery, shuttle and transportation services, guided hikes, guided floats, and similar activities. To apply for a permit, please visit our website at www.nps.gov/biso and navigate to the "Doing Business With the Park" section. There you will find application forms, instructions, and contact information. |
