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
Corey C
VerifiedAugust 1, 2021 • Stayed at: 008, Loop:
Very peaceful quite little campground everyone was quite and respectful if you enjoy hiking and site seeing there’s plenty of trails only a short drive from the campground we will definitely be returning again in the spring
Taylor B
VerifiedJuly 31, 2021 • Stayed at: 043, Loop:
The campground was very clean and quiet. The bathhouse is pretty central to all camping spots. We loved spending time by the river & in the old mining community. Lots of history and fun things to explore and learn!!
William K
VerifiedJuly 30, 2021 • Stayed at: 036, Loop:
The WiFi wasn't working, not sure why. It had on previous visits. It is a quite place to camp.
William H
VerifiedJuly 29, 2021 • Stayed at: 009, Loop:
Lucky to get a site during the summer but disappointed that the site was next to a swampy area with many mosquitos. Definitely the direst bathrooms and showers I have ever seen in a public bathroom. We were there for two nights and the bathrooms and showers were not cleaned. Peeling paint was the showers were in the drains as was other debris. Mud was in the sinks and shower areas most likely from children who were riding their bikes during the rain storms that came through. No campground host that we could see so no one making sure that noise restrictions were enforced.
Brent M
VerifiedJuly 25, 2021 • Stayed at: 006, Loop:
Very clean campground, the bathhouse are very clean also. Just down the road is an outdoor museum of the mine 18 mining community.
Craig B
VerifiedJuly 22, 2021 • Stayed at: 022, Loop:
Great campground. Close to Blue Heron mining community and interpretive center. Also near the Big South Fork Scenic Railway.
Spencer B
VerifiedJuly 18, 2021 • Stayed at: 012, Loop:
Small but very clean and well kept camp ground. Our sight was a little small for our 30ft travel trailer, there wasn’t enough room for the camper and vehicle but we just parked in the grass.
Jason F
VerifiedJuly 12, 2021 • Stayed at: 006, Loop:
Awesome place some to stay. Sites are spacious
Lisa F
VerifiedJuly 12, 2021 • Stayed at: 041, Loop:
Great campground. Quiet, relaxing and nice sites. Grass is a bit tall so keep deet spray on to avoid chiggers (yep, whole family got them).
Theo W
VerifiedJuly 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 038, Loop:
This is a very nice campground, with nice spacing between sites, mostly quiet at night. The restrooms were clean and nice. Not sure who thinks that sharp pointy gravel makes for a good tent pad, though. Those are so packed that putting tent pegs in was really tough.
Signage on the road to the historic Blue Heron Tipple could be better. Roads to overlooks were poorly or not at all marked, so make sure you have a good map. Seems like the scenic passenger train no longer goes here as well, so some information needs updating. The Blue Heron site is well worth the visit, just be sure to take water and maybe a picnic lunch as at least at our visit (June 2021) the concessions were closed. Some nice hikes accessible from this campground, nice and uncrowded.
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. |
