Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, Tn)

Cherokee National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: Greeneville, TN, TN

Price: From $20 per night

Price range: $20–$50 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (252 reviews)

Season: May through October

Rock Creek Recreation Area is named for the small creek that runs alongside this recreation site. The facilities, creek-fed concrete pond and bathhouse were originally built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the early 1930s. It is located just outside the town of Erwin, TN at an elevation of 2,300 feet - a welcome respite from the summer heat.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Showers, Dump Station, Electric Hookups, Camp Host, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/rock-creek-recreation-area-cherokee-national-forest-tn to be notified when sites open up.

Historic CCC-built campground at 2,300 feet elevation with level, private wooded sites and a creek-fed pond for swimming and fishing. Google reviewers consistently praise the spacious gravel pads, peaceful atmosphere, and scenic river hiking trails.

Wildlife alert: Timber Rattlesnake and Eastern Small-footed Myotis present in area. Bear activity possible—food storage in hard-sided containers strictly enforced.

Insider tips for Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, Tn): Book early—this is a popular federal campground with only 32 sites. Electric hookups available on select sites only; confirm hookup availability when reserving. Water is shared between 4-5 sites via spigots rather than individual site hookups. Sites are level gravel pads with paved internal roads; bring chairs for the pleasant pond area.

Skip Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, Tn) if: You require full RV hookups (water/sewer not available; electric on select sites only).. You need camping outside May-October (seasonal operations only).. You cannot store food in hard-sided containers (strictly enforced bear country)..

Best time to visit Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, Tn): May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.. October — Verified camper report of excellent October experience with pleasant weather..

Nearby campgrounds: The Laurels Picnic Area Pavilions (Unicoi, TN), Katy Branch (Greeneville, TN), Dennis Cove Campground (Unicoi, TN), Horse Creek Recreation Area (Greeneville, TN).