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
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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
Kate M
VerifiedMay 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: C Loop
We thoroughly enjoyed our time here and would highly recommend. We wish we stayed longer. Firstly, the camp ground host was very helpful and welcoming. Soon after we arrived he came over and greeted us with information. He even kindly gave us some firewood him and his kids had split. It was very appreciated.
Secondly, the campground is clean and quiet. Not to mention absolutely beautiful. There is a stunning fresh water creek that runs next to the campground. We stayed at campsite 23 loop C. The post to our campground had a tag attached which indicated our name & booking reference. This was very helpful. The site was large with a picnic table and fire ring. It was private and clean. On this particular site we had to reverse our RV up a slight incline, so just be mindful of that if you are low at the rear end as you could scrape the concrete. There are other sites with no incline. The campground includes large bins to dispose of your trash, waste disposal site and clean water. Very easy to access as well.
Lastly, we did the 2 mile hike to the water fall. I would say half the track is quite flat and the next half becomes rather steep. The path is quite rocky so good shoes are necessary. There are 4 creeks to cross which aren’t difficult to rock hop.
Great spot, great scenery and great host. Thanks for having us!
Kate M
VerifiedMay 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: C Loop
We thoroughly enjoyed our time here and would highly recommend. We wish we stayed longer. Firstly, the camp ground host was very helpful and welcoming. Soon after we arrived he came over and greeted us with information. He even kindly gave us some firewood him and his kids had split. It was very appreciated.
Secondly, the campground is clean and quiet. Not to mention absolutely beautiful. There is a stunning fresh water creek that runs next to the campground. We stayed at campsite 23 loop C. The post to our campground had a tag attached which indicated our name & booking reference. This was very helpful. The site was large with a picnic table and fire ring. It was private and clean. On this particular site we had to reverse our RV up a slight incline, so just be mindful of that if you are low at the rear end as you could scrape the concrete. There are other sites with no incline. The campground includes large bins to dispose of your trash, waste disposal site and clean water. Very easy to access as well.
Lastly, we did the 2 mile hike to the water fall. I would say half the track is quite flat and the next half becomes rather steep. The path is quite rocky so good shoes are necessary. There are 4 creeks to cross which aren’t difficult to rock hop.
Great spot, great scenery and great host. Thanks for having us!
Ronald r
VerifiedOctober 29, 2023 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: C Loop
Large campsites, peaceful, with lots of hiking, can’t wait to return
Ronald r
VerifiedOctober 29, 2023 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: C Loop
Large campsites, peaceful, with lots of hiking, can’t wait to return
Ronald r
VerifiedOctober 29, 2023 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: C Loop
Large campsites, peaceful, with lots of hiking, can’t wait to return
Brad W
VerifiedOctober 23, 2023 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: B Loop
Great campground. We have camped here multiple times.
Brad W
VerifiedOctober 23, 2023 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: B Loop
Great campground. We have camped here multiple times.
Brad W
VerifiedOctober 23, 2023 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: B Loop
Great campground. We have camped here multiple times.
alan h
VerifiedOctober 10, 2023 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: A Loop
Awesome weekend.
alan h
VerifiedOctober 10, 2023 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: A Loop
Awesome weekend.
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
