Things to Do
RV & Site Information
For RV enthusiasts planning a visit, BLUE HERON CAMPGROUND accommodates recreational vehicles up to 61 feet in length. This National Park Service is available for advance reservation, making it a reliable choice for planned trips.
Guests at BLUE HERON CAMPGROUND can enjoy essential amenities including Water Hookup, Flush Toilets, and Shower/Bath Type: N/A. The site is maintained by National Park Service, ensuring consistent upkeep and facilities management.
Popular activities at this location include Backpacking, Biking, Camping, and Fishing. The campground's proximity to ONEIDA offers convenient access to additional outdoor recreation opportunities in the Tennessee region.
Located in ONEIDA, Tennessee, BLUE HERON CAMPGROUND provides bookable camping options for visitors exploring America's public lands. Contact the site directly for real-time availability and current conditions.
About this place
Overview Blue Heron Campground is a rustic and spacious campground, situated on the Kentucky side of The Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area--a vast and scenic expanse of land that offers visitors countless recreational activities.Recreation Numerous trails snake through the Recreation Area, offering mountain biking, hiking and horseback riding for visitors.
The main river of the Big South Fork is also a short drive away, offering fishing opportunities.Facilities Blue Heron Campground combines the experience of traditional woods camping with the modern convenience of flush toilets, hot showers and electric hookups. Sites can accommodate both RV and tent camping.
The campsites are spacious and provide picnic areas and plenty of shade.Natural Features 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 of both rocky gorges and forested plateaus.
Numerous pristine streams unite with the free-flowing Big South Fork of the Cumberland River. Over thousands of years, this ceaselessly moving water has carved the sandstone of the plateau into impressive cliffs, arches and chimneys that are found throughout the park. Nearby Attractions Just a few miles from the campground is 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. The Big South Fork Scenic Railway Depot is located about 9 miles away in the town of Stearns, which offers train rides and other educational opportunities for campers. More information can be found online at https://bsfsry.com. Additional attractions include the Daniel Boone National Forest and Cumberland Falls State Resort Park, offering additional recreation opportunities.
Getting There
For detailed directions, please visit: http://www.nps.gov/biso/planyourvisit/directions.htm