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
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.
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.
Donald B
VerifiedAugust 19, 2025 • Stayed at: 028, Loop: C Loop
We had site 28 in loop C which fit our camper but getting into it was challenging. Loved the park as it was so quiet and a good 10 degrees cooler than the temps in Erwin. We will definitely stay again only in a different site that is easier to back into.
Donald B
VerifiedAugust 19, 2025 • Stayed at: 028, Loop: C Loop
We had site 28 in loop C which fit our camper but getting into it was challenging. Loved the park as it was so quiet and a good 10 degrees cooler than the temps in Erwin. We will definitely stay again only in a different site that is easier to back into.
Donald B
VerifiedAugust 19, 2025 • Stayed at: 028, Loop: C Loop
We had site 28 in loop C which fit our camper but getting into it was challenging. Loved the park as it was so quiet and a good 10 degrees cooler than the temps in Erwin. We will definitely stay again only in a different site that is easier to back into.
Montie O
VerifiedAugust 15, 2025 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: C Loop
Very nice little campground in the Cherokee National Forest. Facilities were clean. Peaceful and enjoyable! Will visit again.
Montie O
VerifiedAugust 15, 2025 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: C Loop
Very nice little campground in the Cherokee National Forest. Facilities were clean. Peaceful and enjoyable! Will visit again.
Montie O
VerifiedAugust 15, 2025 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: C Loop
Very nice little campground in the Cherokee National Forest. Facilities were clean. Peaceful and enjoyable! Will visit again.
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
