Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park
Also known as Rocky Fork State Park
- Status
- Status not posted
- Entrance fee
- Not posted
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed
- Camping
- Yes
- Official site
- reserve.tnstateparks.com(423) 271-1233
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park is a park in Unicoi County, about 11 miles southwest of Erwin.
Things to do include fishing, biking, and hiking. Camping is available: 3 camping areas, including tent sites and primitive or hike-in sites.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campground | Please note that check-in time for the Backcountry camp sites at Rocky Fork State Park is 1:00 PM (EST) and check-out time is 12:00 PM (EST). Quiet Hours in all Campsites are between the hours of 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM. | ||
Official wording
Please note that check-in time for the Backcountry camp sites at Rocky Fork State Park is 1:00 PM (EST) and check-out time is 12:00 PM (EST). Quiet Hours in all Campsites are between the hours of 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/New York).
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- Tennessee State Parks reservation site (itinio platform) for camping, cabins, shelters, programs; some lodges/cabins via reseze.net; golf via foreUP
- Phone
- 1-888-867-2757 (888-TNPARKS)
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed
Dogs/Pets must be leashed and under physical control at all times.
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flint Creek Backcountry Campground | — | — | |
| Blockstand Creek Campground | — | — | |
| Headwaters Backcountry Campground | — | — |
Camping details from the 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.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
FishingHikingBikingCamping
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appalachian National Scenic Trail Access Route | 0.35 mi | Moderate | Rocky Fork State Park's gateway to the Appalachian Trail at Flint Gap.HikeNatural surface |
| Birchfield Camp Trail/Route | 2.7 mi | Hard | This old logging road will guide you through the park into the Cherokee National Forest. It will lead you to a 4,100 ft elevation bog, teaming with plants, reptiles and amphibians.HikeMountain bikeHorseNatural surface |
| Blockstand Creek Access Trail | 0.9 mi | Moderate | This trail provides access to Blockstand Ridge Trail/Route as it gains nearly 600 ft. a mile and passes by many interesting plant and mushroom communities.HikeNatural surface |
| Blockstand Creek Trail/Route | 4.2 mi | Hard | Blockstand Creek is one of the most overlooked creeks in Rocky Fork, but it is extremely important to the watershed. This trail traverses Blockstand Ridge and follows Blockstand Creek.HikeMountain bikeHorseNatural surface |
| Flint Creek Trail/Route | 2.05 mi | Moderate | This historic trail marks the battle site of John Sevier vs. the Cherokee. It was in this hollow in 1789, that John Sevier ambushed a Cherokee Camp.HikeNatural surface |
| Flint Mountain Trail/Route | 4.9 mi | Moderate | This is one of Rocky Fork State Park's only dry ridge ecosystem examples. As it weaves in and out of the State Park and Cherokee National Forest, you will likely see signs of bear, ruffed grouse, and wild turkeys.HikeMountain bikeHorseNatural surface |
| Headwaters Trail/Route | 1 mi | Moderate | Whether it is for headwaters fly fishing or your love of high country streams, this trail is beautiful, during every season.HikeMountain bikeHorseNatural surface |
| Rocky Fork Trail | 0.6 mi | Moderate | This is the main access road into Rocky Fork State Park and the easiest way to access all other trails in the park.HikeMountain bikeNatural surface |
| White Oak Flats Trail | 1.3 mi | Hard | Even though little to no evidence exists of it today, this area was once home to several cabins and a functional sawmill. White Oak Flats Trail is a great place for viewing Appalachian Wildlife or a picnic on an out and back hike.HikeMountain bikeNatural surface |
| Whitehouse Cliffs Trail | 1 mi | Hard | This short, steep trail travels below the 200-foot quartzite Whitehouse Cliffs, then continues upward to a rewarding view of the park atop Whitehouse Knob.-Elevation 3440'.HikeNatural surface |
Amenities
Facilities
- Park or camp store
Camping
- Tent camping
- Primitive or backcountry camping
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Getting there
- Address
- PO Box 22, 501 Rocky Fork Road
Flag Pond, TN 37657 - Nearest town
- Erwin — about 11 mi southwest (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 36.0485, -82.5567
- Phone
- (423) 271-1233
- State.Parks@tn.gov
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Tennessee State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- TDEC Bureau of Conservation 'State Park Boundaries Primary' public ArcGIS view
- Wikidata
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology