Not many national parks have an in-ground pool and, in fact, the Bandy Creek pool in Big South Fork is a rare amenity for a National Park Service campground.
With temperatures in the 90's this past week, the pool is getting a lot of use by campers, visitors to the area and local residents, all seeking relief from the heat.
Constructed in 1988 by the Army Corps of Engineers, the pool complex includes the main pool, a wading pool, restrooms, an outdoor shower, a playground with a volleyball court and a picnic shelter.
Day-use passes are a very reasonable $3 for those thirteen or older, $2 for children ages six to twelve and those five years and under are free. One-time patrons receive a hand stamp while those holding season passes are issued wristbands. Up to six family members may participate in pool use with a $35 family pass and the cost for an individual season pass is only $25.
Not only that, the pool can be rented for private parties during the evening for one, two or three hours from 7:30pm-10:30pm, for a very reasonable fee which also includes a lifeguard.
The pool will be open through Labor Day weekend.
For more information, call the Bandy Creek Visitor's Center at 423) 268-7275.
For information about Big South Fork real estate or horse properties in Jamestown, Tennessee, go to www.trailridersrealestate.com
There's also a lot of information about the area on Tennessee Recreational Properties' website.
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