Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area
Reviewed Aug. 28, 2019

Ranger Review: GCI Freestyle Rocker Pro at Bandy Creek Campground

Bandy Creek Campground is located in The Big South Fork National River and Recreation area on The Cumberland Plateau. Big South Fork is a great place for outdoor adventure. Some activities include hiking, horseback riding, rick climbing, tubing, kayaking, swimming, fishing, mountain biking, and just about anything else! The area is never overcrowded, even in the middle of summer. There are many scenic views throughout the area, so bring a camera!

Campground review: Bandy Creek Campground is a great place! The sites are all spacious, and wooded for the most part, so you have plenty of space and some privacy. The campground seemed quite large, and was fairly empty for a Weekend in August. Some sites have food storage lockers (not sure if all do) as the area is a bear habitat. We saw some deer and turkeys, so there’s wildlife around for sure!

There is tent loop, and a group camp area, and I believe the campground hosts several retreats.

There’s riding stables at the camp store too. The campground also has a large swimming pool, with lifeguards.

The restrooms were immaculate! Seriously the cleanest campground restrooms I believe I’ve seen. Ours had a filtered water bottle fill up fountain too.

This campground is really nice, and quiet, but also has so much to do, I highly recommend it!

Product Review: As a Ranger for The Dyrt, I get to try out products sometimes, and today I’m trying out the GCI Freestyle Rocket Pro! https://www.gcioutdoor.com/camping-chairs/freestyle-rocker-pro/

The Freestyle Rocker Pro is one of the best chairs I’ve used! It is actually much lighter than I expected, and is still extremely sturdy. Lightweight gear is a must when camping, or attending events!
It has a carry handle so you don’t need to try to fit it in a case to have a strap like other chairs I’ve used. The Rocker was smooth on natural surface, pea gravel, and concrete. It is very comfortable, quiet, and relaxing. It folds up super easy with just a pull of the handle. One feature that I especially love is the cup holder and side pocket. It will actually hold a drink without spilling, and you can fit a phone, keys or other small items in the pocket. This chair is awesome! Two thumbs up!!

  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area by Lori H., August 28, 2019
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