Roan Mountain State Park

Category: State park

Address: 527 TN-143, Roan Mountain, TN 37687, USA

Phone: +18888672757

Opening hours

Sunday: 8AM–4:30PM

Monday: 8AM–4:30PM

Tuesday: 8AM–4:30PM

Wednesday: 8AM–4:30PM

Thursday: 8AM–4:30PM

Friday: 8AM–4:30PM

Saturday: 8AM–4:30PM

Reviews

Galina Difort

Oct 31, 2022

Beautiful, well-maintained park. Friendly rangers. No wifi except near a few public spots like the park office. Many hiking options. Miller farmstead was closed to public all day for junior ranger camp. 2nd trip was in the fall. Lots of foliage to see. Brown trout in Doe river near Visitor's center.

Gary Harrison

Oct 28, 2022

Booked the facilities for a wedding. BEAUTIFUL ! Rented the conference center for the reception, cabins for the wedding party and the family, and the overlook for the ceremony. Couldn't have asked for a more beautiful setting and the park staff was beyond great.

Madison Taylor

Oct 27, 2022

Absolutely gorgeous place to visit. The hiking trails will leave you breathless (literally, but mainly from the views). We camped here overnight and were blessed with the most amazing sunset and sunrise. Such an incredible experience. Highly recommend!

Laura B

Oct 27, 2022

Oct 19th 2022 snow flurries for one hour in the afternoon that turned into tiny soft sleet balls. Beautiful! Free to drive through park.

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Questions & Answers

Are pets allowed?

Natalie Hanley | Nov 1, 2018
Renee Washick | Nov 1, 2018

Yes.

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Is there grills at the cabins to use

Kenneth Scott | Oct 31, 2020
Ron Watters | Oct 31, 2020

The cabins are nice

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Are there Waterfalls?

mel fergenbaum, | Oct 31, 2020
Gordie Zeigler | Oct 31, 2020

Laurel Falls in Hampton TN is only a short drive away and is a great hike. I do not know what waterfalls may be in the Roan Mountain SP though. I'm not saying there are not any.

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Can you pan for gold in the steam bed?

Mark Augie | Nov 1, 2019
violet “jill” sexton | Nov 1, 2019

U sure can not found anything worth anything but sometime very pretty or interesting rocks found.

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How much is it to camp out pre a night??

Tony Carver | Nov 1, 2018
Debbie Foster | Nov 1, 2018

$15-$32, varies with sites. Tent only sites are $15. You can go to their website and choose a site and it'll have the amount listed.

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When dose the pool open?

Forrest Whitener | Nov 1, 2018
H H | Nov 1, 2018

Usually memorial weekend to labor day weekend

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Is it allowable to set up a tent anywhere off the AT in the park?? Would like to primitive camp for a day or two in the spring. Don't plan on having a campfire.

Billy McMillin | Nov 1, 2018
Amy & David Hicks | Nov 1, 2018

On the AT I'm pretty sure that you can camp along the trail as long as its not marked "no camping". Which would be around tourist attractions. If you want detailed information you can call the visitors center.

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I am planning a hike on the AT in May 2018. How far in advance do I need to reserve a campsite in Roan Mt. SP for a camper?

Espey Caver | Nov 1, 2018
Denny | Nov 1, 2018

Usually in the week, it is not too busy.The weekend is a different story.So depending on which days you are going to be there,I would say a couple of weeks ahead should be fine.

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Is there good cell phone signal?

Imelda Donnelly | Sep 1, 2022
Gena Bagby | Sep 1, 2022

I would have to agree on hit or miss. You can get service at the office or with hollering distance from the office.

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Is Roane Mountain Park back open after the sinkhole closure?

Bob Hall | Aug 2, 2022
Ajimon Thomas | Aug 2, 2022

Yes

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Has the road to the Gardens on the North Carolina side been repaired?

Chuck Liddy | Jun 3, 2022
Jacob Gay | Jun 3, 2022

I can tell you the road was closed when I went there 2 weeks ago. I hiked up to Roan high knob parking lot from Carvers Gap parking lot and decided to take the road back down. Didn't notice anything wrong with the road other than the gates being shut of course. The road is asphalt not gravel.

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Can u morel mushroom hunting here?

Donna Frazier | Apr 4, 2022
Kris “Villager” | May 4, 2022

No Rangers frown upon that. Take nothing but pictures and leave nothing but footprints

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Can 45 ft motorhome fit on campsites?

Tommy Townsend | Oct 31, 2021
Brandon Hughes | Oct 31, 2021

Yes Bernie you are correct I think there are at least 10 sites that could accommodate a 45 ft and I know that there are 3 for sure I live 2 miles from the state park!

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Do you rent cabins?

Linda Lou Robertson | Oct 31, 2021
seth esrig | Oct 31, 2021

no

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When are the rhododendrons in bloom?

Kevin Hosey | Oct 31, 2021
Dee Williams | Oct 31, 2021

Mid to late June depending on what the weather has done.

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Is the rhododendron garden open tmrw 9/7/20?

Todd Jenkins | Oct 31, 2020
Justin Cribbs | Oct 31, 2020

It was open when I was there a month ago. I believe it is only closed for winter.

Is there tv reception in the campground

Joann Jones | Oct 31, 2020
Janet Hendron | Oct 31, 2020

No

Do you have tv reception at the campground.

Joann Jones | Oct 31, 2020
Tracey Farmer | Oct 31, 2020

I am not sure.

Is the approach road to the 6k+ elevation challenging to an RV?

ron sharp | Oct 31, 2020
R Davis (Frizzbee) | Oct 31, 2020

Not as long as you have a good engine for strong climb. Road is paved or smooth gravel including the road that goes on up from carvers gap. But check with park office because the gate is closed quite often too for that upper part. Though, if it is you can Still walk up it.

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Do you all take the America The Beautiful The National Parks And Federal Recreational Lands Pass

Joann Jones | Oct 31, 2020
Steve Pendergrass | Oct 31, 2020

Pay minimal to camp

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How many people can this place acomadate,for a reunion?

Winston Miller | Nov 1, 2019
Paul Aubuchon | Nov 1, 2019

Hi Winston! We had 75 at ours. We had our reunion across from the ranger station. There is a game room and a kitchen. Pro tip - have the young ones check out the owls. Awesome place!

Can you get any over the air TV channels in the campground?

William Sally | Nov 1, 2019
Madan Nagaraju | Nov 1, 2019

On and off WiFi connection throughout the Campgrounds, not sure about the air tv channels.

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What is the economy like, what is this place all about

ALFRED Kuppenbender | Nov 1, 2019
Paul Aubuchon | Nov 1, 2019

Time away from the city, time with family and friends. Cabins for rent, numerous mild intermediate trails to hike. Economy is reasonable. Highly recommend 12/10

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What kind of place is this

ALFRED Kuppenbender | Nov 1, 2019
Dale Keen | Nov 1, 2019

One of the best state parks for camping and hiking you can find.

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Is there an entrance fee to the park? Does this mountain have a summit to walk to or drive to? Never been there. Thanks.

Mike Vettese | Nov 1, 2019
Dale Keen | Nov 1, 2019

Fee's are only for camping.

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Are scooters allowed?

Susan Eddlemon | Nov 1, 2019
Susan Eddlemon | Nov 1, 2019

thanks! We have three grandsons who all use electric scooters. We understand the lower loop is probably safer for them.

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Can I get onto the AT from Roan Park or is there another area nearby that is a trailhead?

A | Nov 1, 2019
Mary Beth Birchfield | Nov 1, 2019

The AT does NOT run through Roan Mountain State Park. You go through and past the park approximately 10 miles until you reach Carver's Gap at the top of Roan Mountain. The AT crosses the top of the Roan there at Carver's Gap.

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Do you have to pay to get into the park and is there a charge for parking?

Linda Sands | Nov 1, 2019
Eldon Ryder | Nov 1, 2019

There is no admission fee to Roan Mountain State Park nor is there any charge for parking.

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What day does it open in 2019

Reagan Turbyfill | Nov 1, 2019
Gilberto Ramirez Pinheiro | Nov 1, 2019

It is not. During the hard Winters, very limited days..

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Our granddaughter wants to get married on Roan Mountain. Do you have an area that we could gather, about 30 people, and the ceremony could be performed. All we want is an area to gather. We dont have to have chairs, nothing fancy, just nature.

Jeani Cross | Nov 1, 2019
Tony Zook | Nov 1, 2019

There is an outdoor pavilion area with bench seats. My neice was married there. I'm sure there was a rental fee, but it was nice and easy to use

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Are ATV's aloud

JJ rivera | Nov 1, 2019
Gilberto Ramirez Pinheiro | Nov 1, 2019

ATV Not allowed ...Not many state run parks allow .

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When are the dependent are the rhodenderdrons bloom

marge | Nov 1, 2019
Terry Hoss | Nov 1, 2019

Bout middle of June

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Do the cabins have wall heaters in the bathrooms and bedrooms? Are the cabins really warm and comfortable in the coldest of winter?

Karen Wysocki | Nov 1, 2019
Brian Franklin | Nov 1, 2019

It is better if it is cold so that you snuggle up with each other to stay warm.

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Are rental cabins available at Christmas?

Sue Lackey | Nov 1, 2019
Cynthia Kirkman | Nov 1, 2019

Yes I have heard they are very nice

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Was there damage from the resent flooding to the park.

Eva Freeman | Nov 1, 2018
HD1 USA | Nov 1, 2018

Not anything that hasn't already been cleared up. Looks beautiful as always!

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How much parking is at the campsite?

Caleb Clingenpeel | Nov 1, 2018
April Lyle | Nov 1, 2018

Depending on your camper size, normally you can fit at least 1 car. Some of the smaller sites may be a tight fit. We can usually fit 3 cars when we camp.

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Can you tent camp with an rv at the rv sites?

SHERRY FAIN | Nov 1, 2018
Jen G | Nov 1, 2018

Yes

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Is there showers and bathrooms available?

Steve Kennedy | Nov 1, 2018
HD1 USA | Nov 1, 2018

Yes and they are very clean

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Is sewer hookups available at campsite

Reba Bird | Nov 1, 2018
HD1 USA | Nov 1, 2018

No but there is a waste station at the site. There is water hook-ups and wifi at the park

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Is the speed limit for everyone else and are there tent sites?

Fred Johnson | Nov 1, 2018
Michael Winkle | Nov 1, 2018

5 mph yes they great tent sites better make a reservation or you want get a site

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Check in time?

Genie Gunn | Nov 1, 2018
Anthony | Nov 1, 2018

Check-in time for camping is 4:00 pm. Check-out time is 12:00 pm. If the site had not been used the previous day and is ready to go you are sometimes allowed to check in earlier.

I am a photographer and would like to enter the park before sunrise. Is that allowed?

lauren obrien | Nov 1, 2018
MGM 1121 | Nov 1, 2018

I have been up to the top many times and never paid a fee. TN 143 is a state road that passes through the park and takes you into NC. Therefore, you can drive it anytime, day or night. At the top of the mountain are several parking areas. You can hike up through the Rhododendren Gardens to the Appalachian Trail. There are no toll gates.

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Are you open to day

Ashton Blevins | Nov 1, 2018
John Johnston | Nov 1, 2018

The Park is open, the visitor center may not be.

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are the cabins heated

daniel decker | Nov 1, 2018
corey kirkwood | Nov 1, 2018

They have wall heaters in the bedrooms. All of them have a fireplace in the living room and wood on the porch and or out by the trashcans. A little labor is required but all in good fun. The cabin grounds are quite majestic and the cabins are very cozy.

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Is there anywhere that you can fish at the park

Julian George | Nov 1, 2018
Debbie Boggs | Nov 1, 2018

Of course.

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Are there any wheel chair accessible cabins in to an mountain state park

Penny Perry | Nov 1, 2018
Lexi Blevins | Nov 1, 2018

Yes ,very beautiful,& peaceful place to go.😀

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Does the park have a restaurant

Ron Fender | Nov 1, 2017
Reagan Turbyfill | Nov 1, 2019

There is a pool

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When is trick or treating in the park?

Misty Campbell-Wells | Nov 1, 2017
Jane Eustice | Nov 1, 2017

Roan Mountain State Park has Halloween in the Campground on Oct 28th between 6pm & 9pm

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