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NRSO |
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Bandy Creek is a spacious and modern campground, situated in The Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area--a vast and scenic expanse of land that offers visitors countless recreational activities. |
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For detailed directions, please visit: http://www.nps.gov/biso/planyourvisit/directions.htm |
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Bandy Creek combines the experience of traditional woods camping with the modern conveniences of flush toilets, hot showers and electric hookups. Sites can accommodate groups and both RV and tent camping. The campsites are spacious and provide picnic areas and plenty of shade. |
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BANDY CREEK |
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70988 |
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http://www.reserveamerica.com/campsiteSearch.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=70988&cmp=39-32--joewils |
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Reservations for horse stalls must be made by calling (931) 397-1680 or online at www.bandycreekstables.com . They are not included in the campground reservations. Black bears and other wildlife frequent the area; visitors must follow food and garbage storage regulations. This is a hazardous tree area and branches may fall at any time; use caution when selecting a place to camp. Check in at campground entrance upon arrival. 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. |
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Located just under 20 miles from Bandy Creek is the Blue Heron Mine, also known as Mine 18, a historic abandoned mining town that has been rebuilt as an outdoor museum. Visitors can hear audio presentations from actual people who lived in the community in the 1950s. |
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The Big South Fork is located in north central Tennessee and southeastern Kentucky in some of the most rugged terrain of the Cumberland Plateau. The park encompasses approximately 125,000 acres including rocky gorges and forested plateaus. Numerous pristine streams unite with the free-flowing Big South Fork of the Cumberland River. Over thousands of years, ceaselessly moving water has carved the sandstone of the plateau into impressive cliffs, arches and chimneys, which are found throughout the park. |
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Numerous trails snake through the Recreation Area, offering mountain biking, hiking and horseback riding for visitors. A swimming pool, along with on-site volleyball court, playgrounds and ball fields, make Bandy Creek an ideal spot for families. The main river of the Big South Fork is also a short walk away, offering fishing opportunities. |