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About Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN)
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2026 Season availability
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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
Jeff G
VerifiedSeptember 5, 2025 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: A Loop
We had a good stay because we like Rock Creek because of spacious sites and distance from other sites. What we didn't like on this trip is the new hosts. They are not very friendly. I had an electrical problem the first night told them the next day, he said he would be up to look at it but never showed up. Had the same problem two more times the second night with power going off. The woman host came by the next day and said I had to wait on forest service to come fix the problem. Finally got it fixed. The hosts that was there on Memorial Day weekend were a lot more helpful and friendlier than the new hosts. I also don't like the fact that they have removed all lantern posts. Whoever runs Rock Creek needs to do some service work in various places. The dump station hose and fresh water hose both need to be fixed properly instead of patching things. The sink in bathroom near the pond was out of service also.
Jeff G
VerifiedSeptember 5, 2025 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: A Loop
We had a good stay because we like Rock Creek because of spacious sites and distance from other sites. What we didn't like on this trip is the new hosts. They are not very friendly. I had an electrical problem the first night told them the next day, he said he would be up to look at it but never showed up. Had the same problem two more times the second night with power going off. The woman host came by the next day and said I had to wait on forest service to come fix the problem. Finally got it fixed. The hosts that was there on Memorial Day weekend were a lot more helpful and friendlier than the new hosts. I also don't like the fact that they have removed all lantern posts. Whoever runs Rock Creek needs to do some service work in various places. The dump station hose and fresh water hose both need to be fixed properly instead of patching things. The sink in bathroom near the pond was out of service also.
Jeff G
VerifiedSeptember 5, 2025 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: A Loop
We had a good stay because we like Rock Creek because of spacious sites and distance from other sites. What we didn't like on this trip is the new hosts. They are not very friendly. I had an electrical problem the first night told them the next day, he said he would be up to look at it but never showed up. Had the same problem two more times the second night with power going off. The woman host came by the next day and said I had to wait on forest service to come fix the problem. Finally got it fixed. The hosts that was there on Memorial Day weekend were a lot more helpful and friendlier than the new hosts. I also don't like the fact that they have removed all lantern posts. Whoever runs Rock Creek needs to do some service work in various places. The dump station hose and fresh water hose both need to be fixed properly instead of patching things. The sink in bathroom near the pond was out of service also.
Samantha H
VerifiedSeptember 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: B Loop
We really enjoyed tent camping at Rock Creek Recreation Area. We stayed at Site 13, Loop B. The bathroom and shower facilities were conveniently located near our site. The hosts were very friendly.
Samantha H
VerifiedSeptember 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: B Loop
We really enjoyed tent camping at Rock Creek Recreation Area. We stayed at Site 13, Loop B. The bathroom and shower facilities were conveniently located near our site. The hosts were very friendly.
Samantha H
VerifiedSeptember 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: B Loop
We really enjoyed tent camping at Rock Creek Recreation Area. We stayed at Site 13, Loop B. The bathroom and shower facilities were conveniently located near our site. The hosts were very friendly.
Jim G
VerifiedSeptember 16, 2025 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: B Loop
I enjoyed the stay but the fans in the shower house was not welcome at 6:00 am on a cool morning. The camp pads are fantastic.
Jim G
VerifiedSeptember 16, 2025 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: B Loop
I enjoyed the stay but the fans in the shower house was not welcome at 6:00 am on a cool morning. The camp pads are fantastic.
Jim G
VerifiedSeptember 16, 2025 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: B Loop
I enjoyed the stay but the fans in the shower house was not welcome at 6:00 am on a cool morning. The camp pads are fantastic.
Samantha H
VerifiedSeptember 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: A Loop
My family and I had a great time at Rock Creek Recreation Area, as usual. The hosts were very friendly and we were greeted upon arrival. The only thing that I didn’t care for about this site was that it’s very close to site four. There was no hand soap in the ladies restroom but the restroom was clean.
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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