Picnic table sits on gravel tent pad with bathhouse in background
BLUE HERON CAMPGROUND
Picnic table sits on gravel tent pad under the shade of a nearby tree.
BLUE HERON CAMPGROUND
BLUE HERON CAMPGROUND

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly

Available sites

44 total sites

About Blue Heron Campground

Blue Heron Campground is a rustic and spacious campground, situated on the Kentucky side of The Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area--a vast and scenic expanse of land that offers visitors countless recreational activities.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
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Closed periods
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Currently open - Apr 1 to Nov 30

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

44 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 45 × 35 ft
🚐 002 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 36 × 35 ft
🚐 003 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 45 × 35 ft
🚐 004 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 43 × 35 ft
🚐 005 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 45 × 35 ft
🚐 006 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 44 × 35 ft
🚐 007 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 40 × 35 ft
🚐 008 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 35 × 35 ft
🚐 009 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 35 × 35 ft
🚐 010 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 29 × 35 ft
🚐 011 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 39 × 35 ft
🚐 012 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 35 × 35 ft
🚐 013 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 30 × 35 ft
🚐 014 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 40 × 35 ft
🚐 015 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 35 × 35 ft
🚐 016 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 28 × 35 ft
🚐 017 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 42 × 35 ft
🚐 018 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 47 × 35 ft
🚐 019 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 43 × 35 ft
🚐 020 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 38 × 35 ft
🚐 021 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 47 × 35 ft
🚐 022 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 36 × 35 ft
🚐 023 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 35 × 35 ft
🚐 024 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 49 × 35 ft
🚐 025 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 42 × 35 ft
🚐 026 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 37 × 35 ft
🚐 027 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 42 × 35 ft
🚐 028 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 47 × 35 ft
🚐 029 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 38 × 35 ft
🚐 030 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 29 × 35 ft
🚐 031 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 44 × 35 ft
🚐 032 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 32 × 35 ft
🚐 033 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 32 × 35 ft
🚐 034 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 47 × 35 ft
🚐 035 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 43 × 35 ft
🚐 036 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 44 × 35 ft
🚐 037 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 45 × 35 ft
🚐 038 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 45 × 35 ft
🚐 039 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 61 × 35 ft
🚐 041 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 56 × 35 ft
🚐 042 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 30 × 35 ft
🚐 043 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 50 × 35 ft
🚐 044 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 48 × 35 ft
🚐 045 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 44 × 35 ft

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.

Review Summary

4.5
370 reviews
5
66.5%
246
4
22.7%
84
3
6.8%
25
2
2.4%
9
1
1.6%
6

Kristi D

Verified

September 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 001

4

Peaceful. Sites aren’t very big but still a good campground

michael n

Verified

September 22, 2020 • Stayed at: 017

5

Perfect location to enjoy hiking the many trails in the area. Well kept. The staff is very knowledgeable of the area and kind and respectful!!

David H

Verified

September 29, 2020 • Stayed at: 039

3

Nice campground but sites around us were too close. I could easily watch 5 campfires. Bathrooms were clean. Kind of a narrow road leading to it and quite a ways to the nearest grocery stores or restaurants.

Gale B

Verified

September 29, 2020 • Stayed at: 044

5

Campground was quiet and enjoyable. Bathrooms needed both showers open but one was closed due to paint work. Otherwise bathrooms were clean, hot showers and they had soap in dispensers. Internet very sporadic.

Lisa F

Verified

October 3, 2020 • Stayed at: 043

5

Glad to find this hidden gem. Camped on site 43. Had plenty of room and everything is clean. So much to see in the area- hiking, waterfalls, natural arches, mine 18. Road in is a bit narrow and the pull out is a bit steep- but nothing too bad. Had cell service at the campground and used their WiFi to watch tv at night without issue. It’s about 10 minute drive to a store or dollar store but you still feel away from it all. Planning another trip.

wes c

Verified

October 4, 2020 • Stayed at: 044

5

Great campground!!! A great place for families to relax and enjoy. Everyone in campground watches out for one and another. Almost like a family atmosphere

Kenny H

Verified

October 6, 2020 • Stayed at: 038

5

Wonderful campground, quiet and secluded also very affordable. We had site 38 and it was awesome: big level and open nice fire pit as well.

Deborah K

Verified

October 7, 2020 • Stayed at: 016

5

The campsites offered varied settings - more or less privacy. They were far enough apart that we felt comfortable with social distancing. Water and electricity at each site was exceptional - we're tent campers and not accustomed to that. Restrooms were clean, staff on site were friendly and available, and the warm showers were wonderful as it got pretty cold when we were there. All in all, would come back again!

Tina D

Verified

October 12, 2020 • Stayed at: 012

5

Nice and quiet, beautiful campground!

Mac B

Verified

October 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 022

4

Nice campground, beautiful setting, clean, great trails.

Location & Directions for Blue Heron Campground

4564 Leatherwood Road, Oneida, TN 37841 United States

Elevation: 390 ft

Nearest town

Oneida, TN - 23 mi

About 36 min to downtown

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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