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.
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Map & DirectionsRocky Fork State Park Campground is located in Tennessee near Flag Pond
Coordinates
36.0344598 N
82.55037267 W
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Access
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 26 min from Johnson City, TN
- 36 min from Asheville, NC
- 42 min from Kingsport, TN
- 1 hr 18 min from Morristown, TN
