Join us for a Spring Equinox hike at Rocky Fork. We will celebrate the official Vernal Equinox of 2026, the halfway mark between winter and summer. On our hike we will explore cove forest and riparian vegetation. We will discuss the process of the changing season and its impact on the park. This hike is intended for families and individuals who can hike two miles. Along our hike we will follow Rocky Fork and Flint Creek trails. We will hike to the Flint Creek Battle Site and return to the parking lot. This hike is considered easy to moderate.
Well behaved pets are allowed; all pets must be on a physical 6-foot-long leash. Please dress according to the weather and bring water.
Directions: From Johnson City/ Erwin take I-26 South and get off at exit 43, follow the brown signs to Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park. Turn right on TN 352 for approximately 6 miles until you arrive at Rocky Fork Road on your right. Take Rocky Fork Road for 0.8 of a mile until you reach the gravel parking lot.
From Asheville/ Mars Hill NC take I-26 North and get off at Exit 50, the first Exit in Tennessee, take a left on Upper Higgins Road for 0.6 of a mile, turn right on Old Asheville Highway for 2.2 miles, turn Left on Rocky Fork Road for 0.8 of a mile until you arrive at the gravel parking lot.
Program Host: Jeff Sweeney
Contact Email: Jeffrey.Sweeney@tn.gov
Contact Phone: 423-673-5345
Meeting Place: Interpretive Fire Pit Parking Lot / Location Map
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