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
Victor M
VerifiedOctober 31, 2021 • Stayed at: 005, Loop:
Blue Heron is a wonderful get away. The amenities are great. Hook ups are great. The views are spectacular. The campsites are spacious
Harold V
VerifiedOctober 31, 2021 • Stayed at: 041, Loop:
Clean restrooms, nice camp area
John W
VerifiedOctober 31, 2021 • Stayed at: 018, Loop:
My wife and I have been visiting Blue Heron for the last 15 years. Love it. This time we were next door to a "Karen". It sometimes just takes 1 person to screw up fun. She did.
RUSS H
VerifiedOctober 29, 2021 • Stayed at: 022, Loop:
First, the setting in outstanding. The hookups and facilities are first rate. Mid-week it was nice and quiet. Pulling a trailer on the winding KY back roads was a bit of a challenge.
John R
VerifiedOctober 25, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop:
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Pat M
VerifiedOctober 24, 2021 • Stayed at: 035, Loop:
Great little campground close to plenty of trails, we did some kid friendly (short distance - big payoff) hikes to some overlooks and a waterfall. We also enjoyed the Scenic Train ride from Stearns to Barthell Coal Camp. Only downside is there is no camp store so you have to go into Stearns to buy firewood, all in all, not a big deal. The only other thing I wish we'd known before we went is that the bookstore/gift shop/ranger station at Blue Heron Mine is only open on weekends until 4pm.
Linda C
VerifiedOctober 24, 2021 • Stayed at: 003, Loop:
Absolutely loved this Campground! Large sites, beautiful area, friendly campers. If you are going to visit, use the site guides in the app, we saw 2 people who didn’t believe the length of the site and had difficulty.
We would and will visit again.
Justin F
VerifiedOctober 22, 2021 • Stayed at: 022, Loop:
Never once saw a ranger in a week's time at the campground. The limit of one vehicle and a camper was not enforced. Also a campground map with site number would be nice as the is no one to greet when you arrive.
Raymond W
VerifiedOctober 21, 2021 • Stayed at: 014, Loop:
Nice wide sites with many hiking trails. Nice train ride nearby.
ronald m
VerifiedOctober 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 030, Loop:
Very Clean Rest rooms and Friendly Associates. It was a quiet time for some relaxation. Nice campsites and close to hiking.
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. |
