Ocoee River State Park
- Status
- Status not posted
- Entrance fee
- Not posted
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- Yes
- Official site
- reserve.tnstateparks.com
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Ocoee River State Park is a park in Polk County, about 19 miles east of Cleveland.
Things to do include canoeing and kayaking, boating, fishing, and hiking. Water access includes a boat ramp. Camping is available: 2 camping areas, including tent sites and group camping.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office | Not stated | 8 a.m. – 4:30 a.m. | — |
Official wording
Office Hours: 8:00 - 4:30 ET
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/New York).
Pets
Camping policy: 'Pets are allowed, but must be on a leash or under physical control at all times.' Pet-friendly cabins are limited with a per-pet nightly charge (cabin pet policy on cabin reservation pages).
Statewide rule from Tennessee's park system (source). This park’s page doesn’t state its own pet rules, so check for local restrictions.
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.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group Campground | — | — | |
| Gee Creek Campground | — | — |
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
CampingFishingBoatingCanoeing and kayakingHiking
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goforth Creek Trail | 3.7 mi | Moderate | This 3.7-mile one-way trail is a secluded trail home to waterfalls and swimming holes.HikeNatural surface |
| Lower Ocoee - Sugar Loaf Public Put-In to Nancy Ward Gravesite | 7.7 mi | — | Sugar Loaf Public Put-In to Nancy Ward Gravesite. The Lower Ocoee releases from Ocoee Dam #1 on Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout June - August. These waters are relatively calm, with Class Rapids of I or II, and able to be used for more casual floats and paddling sessions.Paddle |
| Middle Ocoee - Rogers Branch Public Put-In to Big Creek Public Take-Out | 5.5 mi | — | Rogers Branch Public Put-In to Big Creek Public Take-Out. The Middle Ocoee is almost a continuous whitewater experience from the Put-In at Rogers Branch until the Take-Out at Big Creek. The flow level can vary between 1200 and 1800 cubic feet per second (CFS). The whitewater section from the wooden diversion dam to Ocoee No. 2 Powerhouse has an average drop of 54 feet per mile and is considered a Class III and IV river. When taking a rafting trip on this section of the river approximate time on the water is 2 hours. Minimum age for commercial rafting on the Middle Ocoee is 12 years old.Paddle |
| Old Copper Road Trail | 4.7 mi | Moderate | Accessible from the Ocoee Whitewater Center, this 4.7-mile one-way trail will give you great views of the Ocoee Dams #1 & #2 and the Ocoee Flume line.HikeMountain bikeNatural surface |
| Rhododendron Trail | 3.3 mi | Moderate | This 3.3-mile one-way trail is great for visitors looking to view the lush forest and small waterfalls.HikeNatural surface |
| Upper Ocoee - Public Put-In to Rogers Branch Public Put-In | 4.75 mi | — | Upper Ocoee Public Put-In to Rogers Branch Public Put-In. The Upper Ocoee River experience begins at Ocoee Dam No. 3, where the river runs parallel with the historic ‘Old Copper Road’. At this starting section of the river, you will encounter Class II whitewater and seclusion in the wilderness. The whitewater excitement continues with the thrilling Olympic whitewater section of the Ocoee River, where you will encounter Class IV whitewater. Rafters will experience Class III and Class IV rapids on this stretch of the Ocoee. Minimum age for commercial rafting on the Upper Ocoee is 12 years old.Paddle |
Amenities
Facilities
- Park or camp store
- Group facilities
Water
- Boat ramp
Camping
- Tent camping
- Group 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
- Nearest town
- Cleveland — about 19 mi east (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 35.0969, -84.5486
- 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
“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