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About Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN)
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2026 Season availability
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- Potable Water
- Showers
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- Pet friendly
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Reviews (815)
What Guests Are Saying
Rock Creek Recreation Area is highly praised for its clean and peaceful environment, spacious campsites, and friendly hosts. Families enjoy the safe swimming pond, beautiful hiking trails, and the campground's proximity to town. While some reviews mention minor concerns like limited water flow at spigots and occasional noise from larger groups, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, making it a favorite camping destination for many.
What Guests Are Saying
Rock Creek Recreation Area is highly praised for its clean and peaceful environment, spacious campsites, and friendly hosts. Families enjoy the safe swimming pond, beautiful hiking trails, and the campground's proximity to town. While some reviews mention minor concerns like limited water flow at spigots and occasional noise from larger groups, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, making it a favorite camping destination for many.
Review Summary
Jackie L
VerifiedOctober 31, 2022 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: B Loop
Love Rock Creek - my favorite place to camp. Wish there were water hook-ups so we wouldn't have to worry about using the fresh water tank, but it's still so beautiful there it's worth the sacrifice. Love the size of the sites, the walking trails (only it can be a bit treacherous when all the leaves cover the rocks and roots sticking up...), even the bathhouses are clean and easily accessible if necessary. Will likely become my regular "go-to" place.
Jackie L
VerifiedOctober 31, 2022 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: B Loop
Love Rock Creek - my favorite place to camp. Wish there were water hook-ups so we wouldn't have to worry about using the fresh water tank, but it's still so beautiful there it's worth the sacrifice. Love the size of the sites, the walking trails (only it can be a bit treacherous when all the leaves cover the rocks and roots sticking up...), even the bathhouses are clean and easily accessible if necessary. Will likely become my regular "go-to" place.
Robert Z
VerifiedApril 19, 2023 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: B Loop
Always can count on Rock Creek Recreation Area - nice sites, good availability, great hiking.
Robert Z
VerifiedApril 19, 2023 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: B Loop
Always can count on Rock Creek Recreation Area - nice sites, good availability, great hiking.
Robert Z
VerifiedApril 19, 2023 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: B Loop
Always can count on Rock Creek Recreation Area - nice sites, good availability, great hiking.
Brandy L
VerifiedMay 21, 2023 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: B Loop
My family LOVED it at Rock Creek!
Brandy L
VerifiedMay 21, 2023 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: B Loop
My family LOVED it at Rock Creek!
Brandy L
VerifiedMay 21, 2023 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: B Loop
My family LOVED it at Rock Creek!
Tricia B
VerifiedMay 22, 2023 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: A Loop
Beautiful setting however it was sad to see all the rhododendron had been hacked up along the river. I don't think I ever saw the host which is not always a good thing if you need help I would have to find their site and get to it.
Tricia B
VerifiedMay 22, 2023 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: A Loop
Beautiful setting however it was sad to see all the rhododendron had been hacked up along the river. I don't think I ever saw the host which is not always a good thing if you need help I would have to find their site and get to it.
Location & Directions for Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN)
4900 Asheville Highway, Greeneville, TN 37743 United States
Elevation: 738 ft
Getting There
From I-26 take exit 34 to Main Street (TN107) in Erwin, take TN 395 east for 3.5 mi to Rock Creek Recreation Area.
Highway access
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.
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: October 20, 2026
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