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| | | Image Name = Rock_Creek_Falls.jpg | ||
| | | City = Erwin | ||
| | | State = Tennessee | ||
| Marking = * | |||
| Trail Use = {{Hike}}{{Dogs}}{{Waterfall}} | |||
| Difficulty Rating = Medium | |||
|Trail Use= | | Hike Time = 3-4.5 | ||
| Distance = 5 | |||
|Difficulty Rating= | | Elevation Gain = 800 | ||
|Hike Time=3 | | High Point = 3263 | ||
| Latitude = 36.138985 | |||
| | | Longitude = -82.346649 | ||
| | | Medical = Erwin, TN | ||
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'''NOTICE: Rock Creek Recreation Area is closed to camping (Jan 20, 2012 - Mar 20, 2014); however, the hiking trails are open per ranger.''' <br>Prior alert was ''Trees killed by Hemlock Wooly Adelgid have created a safety hazard. These trees along with other dead and damaged trees are being removed. The area will reopen in the spring.'' But this alert has been removed. | |||
== Trail Overview == | == Trail Overview == | ||
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Located in Unaka Mtn. Wilderness of the Cherokee National Forest, hike to a pair of cascading waterfalls with several stream crossings. | |||
== How to get there == | == How to get there == | ||
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From Erwin, TN | From Erwin, TN | ||
#Take Exit 36 off I-26. | #Take Exit 36 off I-26. | ||
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== Route Description== | == Route Description== | ||
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An old road beginning at the end of the pavement in the campground is the trailhead. Forest Service Trail #148 Rock Creek Falls follows the Rock Creek as it winds up the hollow. There are several creek crossings without bridges where you are likely to get your feet wet but are generally not difficult except in high water. You'll pass several smaller falls and cascades on the way to the main falls located in a secluded, rocky amphitheater. | |||
== Typical Conditions == | == Typical Conditions == | ||
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The unblazed trail is narrow, rough, and steep as work your way up Rock Creek. There are at least four creek crossings which may involve wading if rainy weather during prior days. Recommend bringing water shoes to protect feet on the possibly slippery rocks. It will take a couple of hours to hike up the trail depending upon how quickly you can cross the creek - and stops to observe the mountain hollow. | |||
==Fees, Permits, etc. == | ==Fees, Permits, etc. == | ||
Rock Creek Campground is open May 1 through November 1. Campground gates are closed from 10 PM until 7 AM. If closed, then add a mile to hike in from the main gate. Day use area fee is $2 per car. Permit must be visibly displayed in vehicle. | <!-- Please list any Fees, Permits, Regulations, etc. that may be required on this trail.--> | ||
Rock Creek Campground is open May 1 through November 1. Campground gates are closed from 10 PM until 7 AM. If closed, then add a mile to hike in from the main gate. Day use area fee is $2 per car. Permit must be visibly displayed in vehicle. Wilderness designated area, thus group size is limited to 14 people. Dogs are allowed, but must remain on a 6 ft or shorter leash. | |||
For more information, see Forest Service webpages for the[[http://www.fs.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsinternet/!ut/p/c4/04_SB8K8xLLM9MSSzPy8xBz9CP0os3gDfxMDT8MwRydLA1cj72BTJw8jAwjQL8h2VAQAzHJMsQ!!/?ss=110804&ttype=recarea&recid=34978&actid=29&navtype=BROWSEBYSUBJECT&position=BROWSEBYSUBJECT&navid=100000000000000&pnavid=null&cid=FSE_003693&pname=Unaka+Mountain+Zone+-+Rock+Creek+Recreation+Area recreation area]] and [[http://www.fs.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsinternet/!ut/p/c5/04_SB8K8xLLM9MSSzPy8xBz9CP0os3gDfxMDT8MwRydLA1cj72BTJw8jAwgAykeaxcN4jhYG_h4eYX5hPgYwefy6w0H24dcPNgEHcDTQ9_PIz03VL8iNMMgycVQEAHcGOlk!/dl3/d3/L2dJQSEvUUt3QS9ZQnZ3LzZfME80MEkxVkFCOTBFMktTNUJIMjAwMDAwMDA!/?ss=110804&navtype=BROWSEBYSUBJECT&navid=110000000000000&pnavid=null&recid=34988&ttype=recarea&pname=Rock%20Creek%20Falls%20Hike%20-%20Home trail]]. | |||
== After the Hike == | |||
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During summer months, consider taking a dip in the ice cold swimming pool. Refreshing! | |||
== Misc. Information == | == Misc. Information == | ||
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== Maps == | |||
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== Photos == | == Photos == | ||
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Image:Rock_Creek_Falls.jpg|Upper Rock Creek Falls | |||
Image:Rattlesnake Ridge Trailhead.jpg|Trailhead also with Rattlesnake Ridge | |||
Image:RockCreekFalls.jpg|Frozen Falls | |||
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| | [[Category:Tennessee]] [[Category:Waterfalls]] [[Category:Dog Friendly]] [[Category:Medium]] | ||