About Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN)
Number of accommodations: 32
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Fishing
Hiking
Swimming
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
Showers
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Showers
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (757)
What Guests Are Saying
Rock Creek Recreation Area is highly praised for its peaceful and spacious campsites, excellent amenities like electricity, and access to beautiful hiking and biking trails. Many visitors enjoyed the clean facilities, friendly campground hosts, and the scenic wooded surroundings. While some noted minor issues such as limited water flow at spigots and lack of phone service, these were overshadowed by the overall positive experiences and the intention to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Rock Creek Recreation Area is highly praised for its peaceful and spacious campsites, excellent amenities like electricity, and access to beautiful hiking and biking trails. Many visitors enjoyed the clean facilities, friendly campground hosts, and the scenic wooded surroundings. While some noted minor issues such as limited water flow at spigots and lack of phone service, these were overshadowed by the overall positive experiences and the intention to return.
Review Summary
Benjamin R
VerifiedAugust 3, 2024 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: B Loop
Great campground, awesome trails, close to town but not too close, host was very helpful and kind.
Benjamin R
VerifiedAugust 3, 2024 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: B Loop
Great campground, awesome trails, close to town but not too close, host was very helpful and kind.
Benjamin R
VerifiedAugust 3, 2024 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: B Loop
Great campground, awesome trails, close to town but not too close, host was very helpful and kind.
Catherine S
VerifiedJuly 23, 2024 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: C Loop
We had a wonderful time camping in the heart of nature. Our site was fairly level and well-maintained with a finely crushed gravel surface. There was a large firepit and a huge picnic table. The camp hosts were friendly and helpful. It would have been nice if there was water at the sites, but we knew there wouldn't be any when we made our reservation and planned for it. The bathhouse was clean but full of crawling caterpillars. There was an electric hand dryer, but I really wish there was soap by the sink. There was a large group camping in multiple sites near our site. I appreciated that they were quiet even though they had quite a few kids. A very enjoyable trip.
Wendy M
VerifiedJuly 23, 2024 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: B Loop
Great place to stay. Hosts very nice and helpful. Clean bath houses, great trails. It was a fun trip and we will be back. Especially now that we know the gates are open 24 hours. I can go to work while we are camping and that gives up more opportunities to camp!
Catherine S
VerifiedJuly 23, 2024 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: C Loop
We had a wonderful time camping in the heart of nature. Our site was fairly level and well-maintained with a finely crushed gravel surface. There was a large firepit and a huge picnic table. The camp hosts were friendly and helpful. It would have been nice if there was water at the sites, but we knew there wouldn't be any when we made our reservation and planned for it. The bathhouse was clean but full of crawling caterpillars. There was an electric hand dryer, but I really wish there was soap by the sink. There was a large group camping in multiple sites near our site. I appreciated that they were quiet even though they had quite a few kids. A very enjoyable trip.
Wendy M
VerifiedJuly 23, 2024 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: B Loop
Great place to stay. Hosts very nice and helpful. Clean bath houses, great trails. It was a fun trip and we will be back. Especially now that we know the gates are open 24 hours. I can go to work while we are camping and that gives up more opportunities to camp!
Catherine S
VerifiedJuly 23, 2024 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: C Loop
We had a wonderful time camping in the heart of nature. Our site was fairly level and well-maintained with a finely crushed gravel surface. There was a large firepit and a huge picnic table. The camp hosts were friendly and helpful. It would have been nice if there was water at the sites, but we knew there wouldn't be any when we made our reservation and planned for it. The bathhouse was clean but full of crawling caterpillars. There was an electric hand dryer, but I really wish there was soap by the sink. There was a large group camping in multiple sites near our site. I appreciated that they were quiet even though they had quite a few kids. A very enjoyable trip.
Wendy M
VerifiedJuly 23, 2024 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: B Loop
Great place to stay. Hosts very nice and helpful. Clean bath houses, great trails. It was a fun trip and we will be back. Especially now that we know the gates are open 24 hours. I can go to work while we are camping and that gives up more opportunities to camp!
John M
VerifiedJuly 14, 2024 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: A Loop
Nice hot showers. Friendly campground hosts
Location Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN)
Address:
4900 Asheville Highway
Greeneville, TN, 37743
United States
From I-26 take exit 34 to Main Street (TN107) in Erwin, take TN 395 east for 3.5 miles to Rock Creek Recreation Area.
Rock Creek Recreation Area is accessible via US Highway 321, which is approximately 10 miles away. Interstate 26 is also within 20 miles, providing connections to the broader highway network.
Latitude & Longitude: 36.1377 / -82.3476
Elevation: 738 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
12PM
- All guests must depart the campground prior to the camper's departure.
Local regulations
- Guests must familiarize themselves with all campground rules and regulations posted on-site.
Wildlife & food storage
- Food and trash must be stored in hard-sided containers or vehicles to prevent bear attractants; violations may result in fines.
Fires & fuel
- Firewood should be obtained locally and burned on-site to prevent pest spread; moving firewood may be illegal.
- Fires must be contained within designated fire rings; burning of plastic or non-wood materials is prohibited.
Safety & rules
- The campground prohibits firearms, fireworks, alcohol, illegal drugs, and public nudity.
Vehicles & parking
- Vehicles must be parked within designated areas, without extending onto the road or into the woods.
Site capacity
- All equipment must remain within the campsite and sites should be kept tidy.
- Single sites allow up to 5 people and 2 tents; double sites allow up to 10 people and 4 tents.
Pets
- Pets must be crated or leashed to a maximum of 6 feet.
Utilities
- Water spigots are communal and shared among sites.
Fees & deposits
- Sites 6, 10, 17, 20, and 21 are double sites and are not eligible for interagency pass discounts.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
