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Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN)

Cherokee National Forest

🏕️ CampgroundPisgah NF / AshevilleNorth Carolina⭐ 4.5 (278)
Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN)
🟢 8 open windows right now — soonest Aug 8–Aug 11
Book / check availability →🧭 Directions
💡 In short

Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN) in North Carolina has 8 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Aug 8–Aug 11. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📅 Open dates
Aug 8 – Aug 113 nights👥 groupbook these dates →sites 👥 Group #1, A Loop #07
Aug 8 – Aug 102 nightsbook these dates →sites C Loop #030
Aug 9 – Aug 123 nightsbook these dates →👥 3 in a row, A Loop #04–A Loop #06 next to each othersites A Loop #04, A Loop #05, A Loop #06, A Loop #08, B Loop #013, B Loop #015, B Loop #020, C Loop #028
Aug 9 – Aug 112 nightsbook these dates →sites C Loop #029
Aug 10 – Aug 133 nightsbook these dates →sites B Loop #014, C Loop #031
Aug 11 – Aug 143 nightsbook these dates →sites B Loop #011, C Loop #026
Aug 21 – Aug 243 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →👥 4 in a row, A Loop #05–A Loop #08 next to each othersites A Loop #05, A Loop #06, A Loop #07, A Loop #08, B Loop #014, C Loop #024, C Loop #028, C Loop #030, C Loop #031
Aug 28 – Aug 313 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →👥 B Loop #018 & B Loop #019 next to each othersites B Loop #012, B Loop #018, B Loop #019, C Loop #022, C Loop #029

📷 What these sites look like

Photos of sites that are open right now, from recreation.gov. Angles vary by park — usually the site and its parking pad.

Campsite A Loop #07 — Site 7
Site A Loop #07 · Site 7US Forest Service
Campsite A Loop #07 — View to left
Site A Loop #07 · View to leftUS Forest Service
Campsite C Loop #030 — Site 30
Site C Loop #030 · Site 30US Forest Service
Campsite C Loop #030 — Site 30
Site C Loop #030 · Site 30US Forest Service
Campsite A Loop #04 — Site 3
Site A Loop #04 · Site 3US Forest Service
Campsite A Loop #04 — View to right
Site A Loop #04 · View to rightUS Forest Service
Campsite A Loop #05 — View to right
Site A Loop #05 · View to rightUS Forest Service
Campsite A Loop #05 — View to entrance
Site A Loop #05 · View to entranceUS Forest Service
Campsite A Loop #06 — Site 6
Site A Loop #06 · Site 6US Forest Service
Campsite A Loop #06 — Site 6
Site A Loop #06 · Site 6US Forest Service

🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about January 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

🏕️ About this campground

📍 ~2023 mi from LA💵 $20–$50/nightGroup Standard NonelectricStandard Electric🎒 backcountry🎒 biking🎒 boating🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking

Ratings

4.5★★★★☆278 ratings
Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN) FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN)?

Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN) in North Carolina takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How much does it cost to camp at Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN)?

Campsite fees at Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN) run about $20–$50/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN) when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN) often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

Is Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN) a good campground?

Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN) holds an average rating of 4.5/5 from 278 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Where is Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN) located?

Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN) is located in Pisgah NF / Asheville, North Carolina. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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