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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
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
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 mi 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 mi 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 mi 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!
Eva F
VerifiedMay 18, 2024 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: B Loop
One of the most beautiful campsites ever! My camp host truly loves his job and takes pride in providing a great service to visitors.
Plenty to do around this location!
Eva F
VerifiedMay 18, 2024 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: B Loop
One of the most beautiful campsites ever! My camp host truly loves his job and takes pride in providing a great service to visitors.
Plenty to do around this location!
Eva F
VerifiedMay 18, 2024 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: B Loop
One of the most beautiful campsites ever! My camp host truly loves his job and takes pride in providing a great service to visitors.
Plenty to do around this location!
Robert M
VerifiedMay 23, 2024 • Stayed at: 027, Loop: C Loop
Large sites spaced far apart with power. Water is available at stations around the three loops A, B, and C. There is a manmade swimming area fed by mother nature from ever flowing creek running down from the mountains. TV signal is only for the 4 PBS stations, bring your own CD's. Each loop has a restroom as well as swimming area. If you like hiking, you'll love it here. Trails in excellent shape and different lengths. One even has a waterfall. The price you can not beat - $20.00.
Robert M
VerifiedMay 23, 2024 • Stayed at: 027, Loop: C Loop
Large sites spaced far apart with power. Water is available at stations around the three loops A, B, and C. There is a manmade swimming area fed by mother nature from ever flowing creek running down from the mountains. TV signal is only for the 4 PBS stations, bring your own CD's. Each loop has a restroom as well as swimming area. If you like hiking, you'll love it here. Trails in excellent shape and different lengths. One even has a waterfall. The price you can not beat - $20.00.
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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