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Rock Ridge Retreat at Royal Blue
Thursday, February 29, 2024
| Other Names | formerly Appalachian Accommodations, North Cumberland WMA, North Cumberland Wildlife Management Area, Sundquist Unit, Cumberland Mountains, Campbell County, Samp Meredith Hollow |
| Last Known Status | Open |
With direct access to over 900+ miles of ATV trails in the North Cumberland WMA, this family friendly campground has recently reopened and is under new ownership. Rock Ridge Retreat at Royal Blue offers 19 RV sites, several cabin rentals, restrooms with hot showers and a general store stocked with camping supplies.
Future plans include adding an outdoor bar and grill, a billiard table, popular games and satellite TV for important games and shows. Rock Ridge Retreat at Royal Blue wants you to come join them and enjoy their beautiful setting of nature as they look forward to accommodating you and yours. Call for rates and availability.
Visitors should note that a TWRA Permit is required to ride the North Cumberland WMA Trails, which can be purchased prior to entry. Questions regarding permits, rules and regulations about the trail system should contact the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | TWRA Riding Permit (not required for riders under 13) |
| Dates Open | call for rates and availability | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | No | TWRA Riding Permit required. One permit per vehicle, passengers ride free. |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (86 dB) | 86dBs measured at 50' from exhaust |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 Four Wheelers | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Permitted | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Permitted | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Youth Only | required for persons under 18 (RiderPlanet strongly recommends helmets for all riders.) |
 Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | No | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | vehicles must stay on trail |
| Rule Enforcement | ||
| Comment | Blaze orange vests required November through January. | |
TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 40 acres | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 800 to 3350 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Rated, Heavily Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Some | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud | Some | |
| Dust |  Little | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills | Some | |
| Water Crossings |  Many | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Roads | Some | |
| Shade | All | |
| Hazards |  Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Some |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | State Forest, Private |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Pilot Travel Center (423) 562-5000 |
| Diesel | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Pilot Travel Center (423) 562-5000 |
 Water | On Site | |
 RV Hookup | On Site | each site has brand new electrical boxes with 30, 50 and 110 amp outlets |
 RV Disposal | On Site | |
| Campground | On Site | |
 Conv Store | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Pilot Travel Center (423) 562-5000 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | Yes ($37.50 per OHV) Non-Resident Daily Permit - $37.50/rider; Resident Daily Permit - $15.50/rider. One permit per vehicle, passengers ride free. |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $0.00 RV: $0.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 call for rates and availability |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Very Good |
| Recommended Stay | 1 Week |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Pioneer, TN | ||
| Address | 6143 Stinking Creek Road, Pioneer, TN 37847 | ||
| From: Knoxville, TN
1) Take I-75 North to Exit 144 2) Turn right (north-east) on Stinking Creek Road, continue 4.5 miles 3) Campground entrance is on the right (south). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Rock Ridge Retreat at Royal Blue 6143 Stinking Creek Road Pioneer, TN 37847 (423) 784-9445 rockridgeresort.royalblue@gmail.com www.rockridgeresortatroyalblue.com |
| Contact Info | Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency 440 Hogan Road Nashville, TN 37220 (888) 814-8972 (615) 781-6500 rusty.dunn@tn.gov ask.twra@tn.gov www.tn.gov |
| Comment | TN Riding Permit Info |
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Rock Ridge Retreat Trail Photo
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Rock Ridge Retreat Trail Photo
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Rock Ridge Retreat Trail Photo
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