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About Blue Heron Campground
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2026 Season availability
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Pet friendly
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (370)
What Guests Are Saying
Blue Heron Campground is a beautiful and well-maintained facility, offering a peaceful natural setting with clean bathrooms and friendly hosts. The campground features spacious sites, excellent hiking opportunities, and a fascinating mining history nearby. While some campers noted noise from close neighbors and the need for better regulation enforcement, many enjoyed their stay and appreciated the overall cleanliness and amenities, making it a popular destination for families and outdoor enthusiasts.
What Guests Are Saying
Blue Heron Campground is a beautiful and well-maintained facility, offering a peaceful natural setting with clean bathrooms and friendly hosts. The campground features spacious sites, excellent hiking opportunities, and a fascinating mining history nearby. While some campers noted noise from close neighbors and the need for better regulation enforcement, many enjoyed their stay and appreciated the overall cleanliness and amenities, making it a popular destination for families and outdoor enthusiasts.
Review Summary
Allison B
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 021
We had an extremely positive experience at Blue Heron campground. Our site was in the back of the campground, so it was private, and we backed up to the woods. The water hookup at our site was a little tricky, but everything else was perfect. Lots of trails nearby. We would definitely return to this campground.
Amy R
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 023
Great place! Showers were nice!
Elizabeth F
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 009
Beautiful campsite. Nice size sites. Very clean and quiet. The bathrooms were clean and heated. Would definitely go back.
Mark D
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 002
We love Blue Heron Campground because the sites are not on top of each other. We stayed on site 2. The first 3 sites are nice and level with lots of grass behind for children to play. We have stayed on other sites at Blue Heron that were also roomy and level. We love camping at BSF because it is less crowded than other parks and the hiking trails are great. Also, it is always well maintained.
We enjoyed the Blue Heron Mining camp and hiked several of the trails around the mining camp. The overlooks right past the campground were well worth the small walk. This was a short trip and did not make it to Yahoo Falls, but we have been there before and it is a great hike. On this trip, we went to Cumberland Falls which is about 45 minutes away and is well worth the drive.
Justin W
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 036
Host was very nice and it’s a Great laid back place
James M
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 045
Wonderful park
David G
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 033
Campground was nice, clean, quiet, and was fairly small. Camp sites had very nice, big gravel pads for tents, and paved drives for trailers. Lots of insects (in early September)...walking sticks, katydids, night hornets (new to me!), a few scorpions (again, new to me!). Hiking was excellent...lots of rock formations, cliffs, river overlooks. Stargazing on a nearby river overlook was amazing. Learning about the coal history was interesting too.
william k
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 024
Quiet and nice hiking trail across the road
Bathroom clean
Steve H
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 025
Beautiful campground with nice facilities. Plenty to do and see in the area. Had a wonderful time with kids and grandkids.
john w
VerifiedJanuary 3, 2020 • Stayed at: 023
Great location for base camp while in the area for any of the multiple adventures!
Great host.
Location & Directions for Blue Heron Campground
4564 Leatherwood Road, Oneida, TN 37841 United States
Elevation: 390 ft
Policies & Rules
General
- 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. --Secure coolers, grills, cooking utensils, horse feed, any food not in use, and anything with food odors inside the locked compartment of a vehicle or trailer or a bear proof storage locker if available. Food storage lockers each measure approximately 29" deep x 38" wide x 43" tall. --Wipe off picnic tables and grills. Properly discard aluminum foil used for cooking. --Avoid burning garbage in fire rings because it will leave behind grease and food scraps. --Always discard all garbage in wildlife proof trash cans or dumpsters. Keep a clean campsite. --Do not hang garbage from lantern poles. Following these guidelines will keep you from getting your property confiscated from your campsite. We appreciate your cooperation.
- This is a hazardous tree area and branches may fall at any time; use caution when selecting a place to camp
- A Tennessee or Kentucky fishing license is required to fish in the main river of the Big South Fork
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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