Campground

Rock Creek Campground

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$15per night

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Details

Lat:36.06963726622717

Lng:-84.66287612915039

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Last Updated: August 1, 2026

Campground Overview

Introduction

The Rock Creek Campground, located adjacent to the Nemo area of the Obed Wild & Scenic River, offers 11 spots for campers. Physical Address: 1674 Catoosa Rd., Wartburg, TN 37887 A $15 per night fee is charged, and reservations are required. You may obtain your reservation by visiting www.recreation.gov and searching for "Rock Creek Campground - TN". Reservations are site-specific. The campground has grills and primitive toilet facilities, but no running water.

Campsite Details

Reservable11

First Come First Serve0

Total Sites11

Group0

Horse0

Tent Only11

Electrical Hookups0

RV Only0

Walk/Boat To11

Other0

Operating Hours

Campground is open year-round.

Weather

The weather along the Cumberland Plateau can be best described as unpredictable. Each season brings its own weather patterns. Summers are generally hot and humid, with high temperatures sometimes eclipsing 90 degrees. The low temperatures in winter often dip below freezing. Spring sees the most amount of precipitation, but rainfall can occur in various amounts throughout the year.

Amenities

Trash & Recycling Collection

Toilets

Staff or Host On-Site

Food Storage Lockers

Directions

Rock Creek Campground Physical Address: 1674 Catoosa Rd., Wartburg, TN 37887 The Obed Wild & Scenic River Visitor Center is located at 208 North Maiden Street in downtown Wartburg, Tennessee.

Rates & Fees

$15.00

Walk-in, tent-only site

The campground has grills and primitive toilet facilities, but no running water.

Rules & Regulations

Fire/Stove Policy

Firewood must be purchased and/or collected from the local vicinity; to learn more visit http://dontmovefirewood.org/.

Regulations Overview

Various public documents help guide the further management of natural and cultural resources, and the recreational opportunities within the park. Please click on the link to find out more.

Accessibility

Wheelchair Access
The designated ADA campsites are wheelchair accessible.
RV Allowed
No
RV Information
Due to steep grade of road into the campground, RVs and trailers are not permitted.
RV Maximum Length
0
Trailer Maximum Length
0
ADA Information
Campsites 5, 7, and 8 are designated as ADA accessible with a paved surface and access to the vault toilet.
Trailer Allowed
No
Access Roads
Unpaved Roads - All vehicles OK in good weather
Classifications
Limited Development Campground

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