Openings · last 7 days
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The site details and map below come from the public Recreation.gov record and are accurate. For current dates and to book, go to Recreation.gov.
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-267551
When Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN) reopens
Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN)'s openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
44
Openings · last 90 days
164
Weekday pattern
Detected openings by day of week · 90dNo strong weekday pattern is evident in the openings Campsite Sniper has detected: 164 openings spread across the week.
Hour-of-day pattern
First detected by hour · local time · last 90 daysThe largest concentrations of detected openings were first detected during the 11:00 and 20:00 local-time hours. Those hours contained 50 of 164 detected openings (30.5%). Hours show when Campsite Sniper first detected each opening, in Eastern Time, not when the change was made upstream.
Lead-time profile
Days before stay date · percentilesHalf of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 12 days before the stay date; the middle 50% land 7–25 days out. Set an alert if you want Campsite Sniper to monitor future openings.
Highest-churn sites
Most openings · 90d| Site | Openings | Share of all openings |
|---|---|---|
| 03 | 15 | 9.1% |
| 021 | 12 | 7.3% |
| 031 | 12 | 7.3% |
| 05 | 11 | 6.7% |
| 04 | 10 | 6.1% |
Site 03 had the most detected openings in the last 90 days: 15. One free watch covers every site here.
About Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN)
Overview
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.
Be Bear Wise: Food storage compliance is strictly enforced. Store all food and trash in hard-sided containers and vehicles while not in use. Never have attractants in your tent. Violations of the food storage order are ticketable offenses and subject to fines. Food and trash left unattended will be impounded by campground staff.
Recreation
Hike on one (or all) of the trails adjacent to Rock Creek Recreation Area. Visitors can enjoy cooling off in the creek-fed concrete pond. Younger children can enjoy the playground located in the day use area of the recreation area. Campground programs are offered every Friday night in July at the amphitheater.
Facilities
There are 27 fully accessible single and five double campsites in Rock Creek Recreation Area; all with electric hook-ups. In addition, there are five walk-in tent sites without electric hookups, which are available first-come, first served only. Three bathhouses are located within the recreation area; one in Loop A, one in Loop C, and one located by the concrete pond - it is a Civilian Conservation Corps-era bathhouse adapted for modern use. Each bathhouse has flush toilets and shower facilities. A dump station is located on site. An on-site host is located in the campground.
Natural Features
Campsites are nestled in a cove hardwood forest. Adjacent to the campground is Unaka Mountain Wilderness area, a rugged and undeveloped area.
Nearby Attractions
The Appalachian Trail crosses TN 395 at Indian Grave Gap, 3.1 miles east of Rock Creek. Mountain Balds, Beauty Spot and Unaka Mountain Overlook are located nearby along Forest Service Road #230. Whitewater rafting on the Nolichucky River is provided by private companies located in Erwin, TN.
32 monitored sitesRVs up to 50 ft31 with hookups32 shadedWaterfrontRiverfrontPets OKFire pitsMax party 40
Getting there
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.
4900 Asheville Highway, Greeneville, TN 37743423-638-4109
BackpackingBikingCampingCanoeingDay Use AreaEmergency ServicesEvening ProgramsFish HatcheryFishingHikingHistoric & Cultural SiteLookout TowerMountain BikingMuseumPicnickingPlayground Park Specialized Sport SiteRaftingRecreation ProgramsRecreational VehiclesRiver TripsScenic DriveStar GazingSwimmingWhitewater RaftingWildernessWildlife Viewing
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN)?
Online reservations for this facility, where offered, are made through Recreation.gov. Campsite Sniper has also detected 164 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper does not currently hold availability data for Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN), so there is nothing to date here. That is a gap in coverage — it does not mean the facility is full or closed. Check Recreation.gov for current dates.
How often do new openings appear at Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN)?
Campsite Sniper detected 164 site-date openings here over the last 90 days, none in the last 7. A free alert watches around the clock and pings you the moment one appears.
Which sites at Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN) fit a 35-foot RV?
18 of the 32 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 50 ft. 24 of those 32 sites have a recorded maximum length and 8 do not; they are not counted as fitting.
How far ahead of a stay do openings appear at Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN)?
Half of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 12 days before the stay date; the middle 50% landed 7-25 days out. Campsite Sniper can monitor future changes for dates you select.
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