Roan Mountain State Park Campground

About this site

Roan Mountain State Park Campground sits in the rugged Appalachian highlands of northeastern Tennessee at the base of the majestic 6,285-foot Roan Mountain. The park protects over 2,000 acres of rich hardwood forest along ridges and valleys, with the cool, clear Doe River winding through the property and supporting a healthy trout population. The campground offers 110 family campsites divided between lower and upper loops. The lower loop features 86 RV sites with water and electric hookups, while a separate tent area provides 20 sites with water access but no electricity. Four group tent sites accommodate up to 25 people each with gravel pads, picnic tables, fire rings, grills, and water spigots. All family campsites include picnic tables and grills, with access to bathhouses equipped with hot showers. A dump station, dumpsters, and recycling bins are located at the campground check-in. Wi-Fi is available throughout the campground, and a cell phone booster assists Verizon Wireless customers. There are no sewer hookups at any sites. The park also features three primitive backcountry campsites along the Rosebay Ridge Trail for hikers seeking a more remote experience. The campground serves as an excellent base for exploring the Roan Highlands and surrounding trails, though Hurricane Helene in September 2024 caused significant damage requiring ongoing repairs to the upper campground bridge and several trails. Additional Info: The park includes 30 cabins, each with a front porch with rocking chairs, fully outfitted kitchen, full bath, wood burning stove and gas/electric heat. Approximately 12 miles of hiking trails and 2.25 miles of mountain bike trails are available with difficulty levels ranging from easy to strenuous. Visitors can tour the century-old Miller Farmstead or enjoy cross-country skiing in winter months. A camp store sells firewood, ice, and basic supplies. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited as a state park.

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36.159550, -82.099941