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
Jackie L
VerifiedSeptember 5, 2021 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: B Loop
Had never been to Rock Creek - beautiful location - wonderful walks. Wish I'd had water hook-up as my sensors were not reliable and I stressed a good bit of the weekend about running out of water.... Love the wide open space between campsites -
Richard M
VerifiedSeptember 5, 2021 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: C Loop
Great time at a wonderful place, can't wait to go again!
Jackie L
VerifiedSeptember 5, 2021 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: B Loop
Had never been to Rock Creek - beautiful location - wonderful walks. Wish I'd had water hook-up as my sensors were not reliable and I stressed a good bit of the weekend about running out of water.... Love the wide open space between campsites -
Richard M
VerifiedSeptember 5, 2021 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: C Loop
Great time at a wonderful place, can't wait to go again!
Jackie L
VerifiedSeptember 5, 2021 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: B Loop
Had never been to Rock Creek - beautiful location - wonderful walks. Wish I'd had water hook-up as my sensors were not reliable and I stressed a good bit of the weekend about running out of water.... Love the wide open space between campsites -
Bernard B
VerifiedSeptember 3, 2021 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: B Loop
Excellent campground, sites are generally large, level, and well spaced. All sites are back-in. Larger rigs may have difficulty backing into some sites due to trees or signs that impede maneuvering. Most sites are shady, since the campground is basically in the forest. The nearby town of Erwin has supermarkets and other stores for needed supplies. There are no water connections at individual sites, so be prepared to fill your fresh water tanks upon arrival.
Bernard B
VerifiedSeptember 3, 2021 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: B Loop
Excellent campground, sites are generally large, level, and well spaced. All sites are back-in. Larger rigs may have difficulty backing into some sites due to trees or signs that impede maneuvering. Most sites are shady, since the campground is basically in the forest. The nearby town of Erwin has supermarkets and other stores for needed supplies. There are no water connections at individual sites, so be prepared to fill your fresh water tanks upon arrival.
Bernard B
VerifiedSeptember 3, 2021 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: B Loop
Excellent campground, sites are generally large, level, and well spaced. All sites are back-in. Larger rigs may have difficulty backing into some sites due to trees or signs that impede maneuvering. Most sites are shady, since the campground is basically in the forest. The nearby town of Erwin has supermarkets and other stores for needed supplies. There are no water connections at individual sites, so be prepared to fill your fresh water tanks upon arrival.
Kristy J
VerifiedSeptember 2, 2021 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: A Loop
This is one of my favorite places to camp however the camp host does not make campers adhere to the rules. We had to struggle to get in and out of our campsite as the site in front of us had as many as 6 vehicles at one time parked down the road in front of other sites. The bathrooms need to be updated and repaired and there is a very strong stinch if you camp near the dump station.
matthew m
September 2, 2021
Very well maintained. Rest rooms and RV dump station good. Most camp sites on the inside of turns of the campsite loops can be difficult for larger campers to back into. When suggesting or booking a site the campsite map should show the potential problem.
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 5, 2026
