Bandy Creek
Open year-round on the reservation system. Black bears are active in the area; proper food storage is required. All food, coolers, and food items must be kept in hard-sided vehicles or trailers except while preparing or eating.
Flood Watch issued July 12 at 3:07PM EDT until July 13 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Morristown TN
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of southwest North Carolina, including the following areas, Cherokee and Clay, east Tennessee, including the following areas, Anderson, Bledsoe, Blount Smoky Mountains, Bradley, Campbell, Claiborne, Cocke Smoky Mountains, East Polk, Grainger, Hamblen, Hamilton, Hancock, Hawkins, Jefferson, Johnson, Knox, Loudon, Marion, McMinn, Meigs, Morgan, North Sevier, Northwest Blount, Northwest Carter, Northwest Cocke, Northwest Greene, Northwest Monroe, Rhea, Roane, Scott TN, Sequatchie, Sevier Smoky Mountains, Southeast Carter, Southeast Greene, Southeast Monroe, Sullivan, Unicoi, Union, Washington TN and West Polk, and southwest Virginia, including the following areas, Lee, Russell, Scott VA, Washington VA and Wise. * WHEN...Until 2 AM EDT /1 AM CDT/ Monday. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Isolated to scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected through tonight. Locations that have recently seen flooding, or received several inches of rainfall, are at greatest risk of additional flooding if they receive additional heavy rainfall. Locations that have already seen flooding should take additional rounds of heavy rain and storms seriously. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flood Advisory issued July 12 at 7:12PM EDT until July 12 at 10:15PM EDT by NWS Morristown TN
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Central Campbell County in east Tennessee... Northeastern Scott County in east Tennessee... * WHEN...Until 1015 PM EDT. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 712 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... La Follette, Oneida, Jacksboro, Jellico, Caryville, Winfield, Elk Valley, Royal Blue, Ketchen and Cove Lake State Park. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Bandy Creek Campground sits within the 125,000-acre Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area on Tennessee's Cumberland Plateau. The campground combines traditional woods camping with modern conveniences, making it popular with families and groups. Loop A offers 49 non-electric tent sites, while Loops B, C, and D provide 96 trailer sites with water and 20/30/50-amp electric hookups. Two group camping loops (E) accommodate larger parties with cook shelters and campfire circles. Facilities include flush restrooms with hot showers throughout the campground, a dump station near the registration kiosk, and a seasonal camp store with stables nearby. A swimming pool operates from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. Recreation options include volleyball courts, playgrounds, ball fields, and an amphitheater. The surrounding area features the rugged terrain of the Cumberland Plateau with sandstone cliffs, natural arches, and rock formations carved by the Big South Fork of the Cumberland River. Miles of trails provide access to hiking, mountain biking, and equestrian routes. The Blue Heron Mine outdoor museum is about 20 miles away.
Directions
From Oneida, TN, take Highway 297 west to Bandy Creek. Note: Highway 297 has a 13% downhill grade with winding curves that can be challenging for large RVs and trailers. Alternate route via Route 154 is recommended for large vehicles. The campground address is 145 Campground Road, Oneida, TN 37841.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $20 - $140 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 73ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 73ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Tish_Neal@nps.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (423) 286-7275 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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