Rocky Fork State Park operates this hike-in campground within a newer state park that opened in 2015 and remains under development. Campers must walk to reach their sites, as vehicle access stops at the parking area where a maintained portable toilet serves visitors. The park connects directly to Cherokee National Forest through established trails, expanding hiking options beyond the park boundaries.
Weekly trout stocking occurs in nearby streams during summer months, supporting fishing opportunities along the Fork River Trail. This trail features coarse gravel for the initial stretch before transitioning to dirt surface. For campers seeking vehicle-accessible sites, Bald Mountains provides a different camping experience northwest of the park.
Description
Camping at Rocky Fork State Park
Camping at Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park offers hikers the opportunity to fully explore the wild backcountry of the Rocky Fork watershed. From breathtaking waterfalls and overlooks, to Appalachian Trail connections, you'll find a true wilderness experience at this East Tennessee park.
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Map & Directions
Park Contact Info: PO Box 22, 501 Rocky Fork Road Flag Pond, TN 37657
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Map & DirectionsRocky Fork State Park Campground is located in Tennessee near Flag Pond
Address
501 Rocky Fork Road
Flag Pond, TN 37657
Coordinates
36.0485877 N
82.55714669999999 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 5/18/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 7/20/26
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Reservable
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 26 min from Johnson City, TN
- 37 min from Asheville, NC
- 43 min from Kingsport, TN
- 1 hr 16 min from Morristown, TN







