Bandy Creek Visitor Center

Facility · Tennessee ·

Managed by the National Park Service

Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area (National River) · Open Access

1,575 ft
Elevation
Bandy Creek Visitor Center
Photo: NPS · Recreation.gov
Exhibits Focus on the recreational opportunities found within Big South Fork and throughout the seven surrounding counties. Facilities & Activities Ask a ranger what to do in the park; free public WiFi, bookstore, park permits, restrooms, and firewood and ice sales.

Getting there

Adjacent to Bandy Creek Campground; approximately 15 miles west of Oneida and 24 miles east of Jamestown, off Highway 297.

36.48771, -84.69748 · 36°29'15.8"N 84°41'50.9"W

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Typical weather

Typically 83°F in Aug, down to 44°F in Jan.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F444857677480838378695648
Low °F242733425159636155443427
Precip in————————————

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 7.1 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Bandy Creek Visitor Center
Photo: NPS · Recreation.gov
Bandy Creek Visitor Center Interior
Photo: NPS · Recreation.gov

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Common questions about Bandy Creek Visitor Center

Can you reserve a site at Bandy Creek Visitor Center?
No. Bandy Creek Visitor Center is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

Camping near Bandy Creek Visitor Center

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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