The Obed Wild and Scenic River looks much the same today as it did when the
first white settlers strolled its banks in the late 1700s. While meagerly
populated due to poor farming soil, the river was a hospitable fishing and
hunting area for trappers and pioneers. Today, the Obed stretches along the
Cumberland Plateau and offers visitors a variety of outdoor recreational
opportunities.

The Obed Wild and Scenic River looks much the same today as it did when the first white settlers strolled its banks in the late 1700s. While meagerly populated due to poor farming soil, the river was a hospitable fishing and hunting area for trappers and pioneers. Today, the Obed stretches along the Cumberland Plateau and offers visitors a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities.

## Overview

Rock Creek Campground is located near the Emory River in the Obed Wild and
Scenic River.

## Recreation

Whitewater paddling is available seasonally in the Obed WSR. Rock climbing is
another challenging activity, as is boulder climbing. The Obed WSR sports
several unique trails for hikers, most notably the Point Trail and a portion
of the Cumberland Trail. Those who like to fish will enjoy the Obed WSR, as a
variety of bass, bluegill, catfish and other fish populate the river.
Birdwatching is also a fun activity, particularly during the migratory
seasons.

## Facilities

Rock Creek Campground has 11 campsites. Each site has a picnic table, food
storage locker, fire ring with grill, lantern hook and paved parking. A vault
toilet is also centrally located in the campground.

## Natural Features

The Obed River winds through the Cumberland Plateau offering a variety of
recreational activities for everyone.

## Nearby Attractions

Just a few miles from the park is Frozen Head State Park which encompasses
more than 24,000 acres of forest with mountainous terrain at an elevation from
1,340 feet to over 3,000 feet.  
  
Catoosa Wildlife Management Area is an 82,000 acre preserve with a focus on
hunting and fishing but offering a wealth of other recreational activities as
well.  
  
Lone Mountain State Forest is 3,600 acres and has 15 miles of trails for
hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Rock Creek Campground is located near the Emory River in the Obed Wild and Scenic River.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Whitewater paddling is available seasonally in the Obed WSR. Rock climbing is another challenging activity, as is boulder climbing. The Obed WSR sports several unique trails for hikers, most notably the Point Trail and a portion of the Cumberland Trail. Those who like to fish will enjoy the Obed WSR, as a variety of bass, bluegill, catfish and other fish populate the river. Birdwatching is also a fun activity, particularly during the migratory seasons.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Rock Creek Campground has 11 campsites. Each site has a picnic table, food storage locker, fire ring with grill, lantern hook and paved parking. A vault toilet is also centrally located in the campground.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The Obed River winds through the Cumberland Plateau offering a variety of recreational activities for everyone.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Just a few miles from the park is Frozen Head State Park which encompasses more than 24,000 acres of forest with mountainous terrain at an elevation from 1,340 feet to over 3,000 feet. <br/><br/>

Catoosa Wildlife Management Area is an 82,000 acre preserve with a focus on hunting and fishing but offering a wealth of other recreational activities as well.<br/><br/> 

Lone Mountain State Forest is 3,600 acres and has 15 miles of trails for hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders.

Brown bear-proof garbage can on paved walkway to newly installed vault toilet.

Rock Creek Campground (TN)

Paved parking behind wooden rails with access to campsite with picnic table, lantern hook, fire ring and food storage locker.

Picnic table sitting on tent pad with a food storage locker nearby.

A non-paved campsite with tent pad, picnic table, lantern hook and food storage locker.

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