Question about Bandy Creek Campground

DanielR asked on 7/5/2021

How is the approach from Oneida TN (Rte 297/Leatherwood Rd)? Driving a 40' DP motorhome with 15' cargo trailer

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Answered on 10/26/2022:

We just did this with our 27’ trailer and will not repeat the experience. One of the rangers told us a 30’ rig got stuck and closed the road for 3 hours and we can see why. The turns are really tight so unless you’re coming at a quiet time of season and day and are really skilled, it is best to take the longer but stricter route from the west.
8 reviews

Answered on 7/5/2021:

2 or 3 180 degree switchbacks but with on oncoming traffic you can do it.
Runswithdogs
Runswithdogs
Atlanta, GA
25' Airstream International Serenity
Ford F150
39 reviews
Runswithdogs

Answered on 7/5/2021:

Fron Oneida, the is a very steep switchback hairpin. We were extremely careful with our 25ft Airstream. For your rug, I'd prefer the approach from the west.
Hiker33
Hiker33
NC
15' Nucamp T@B 320S
Honda Pilot
9 reviews
Hiker33

Answered on 7/5/2021:

I haven’t driven a rig that size, but I would probably take the Park Service’s advice to go in from the west via Jamestown. And as others have said, bring what you need for the full duration of your stay. It’s a long way to supplies and fuel.
BottomsUp!
BottomsUp!
Moreland, KY
14' NuCamp T@G Boondock Lite
Lexus GX460
3 reviews

Answered on 7/5/2021:

If it were me driving, I would find another route in. Coming from Oneida there are a few switchbacks on the road going down to the river and back up the other side on the way. But that’s me pulling a teardrop camper that’s 14’. I have seen some larger RV’s and trailers in the campground but don’t know which direction they came in.
63 reviews
MoHoRV

Answered on 7/5/2021:

Quite honestly, I have no experience with that length. My neighbor had a crew cab and towed 30ft. There were bigger than me in my f250 crew cab with 8ft bed and 22ft trailer, but I found it steep and very curvy. If you venture in, you probably want to ensure you’re stocked up so you don’t repeat the drive unnecessarily