Black Rock Mountain State Park in Georgia, USA - map and visitor information

Research checked: 2026-10-29. Check linked official notices before travel.

Black Rock Mountain State Park rises above Mountain City in northeastern Georgia, with roadside overlooks and hiking through Blue Ridge forest. At 3,640 feet, it is Georgia’s highest state park. The steep, winding approach is an important part of planning a visit, especially with an RV.

Mountain views without the same walk for everyone

Roadside overlooks and the summit visitor center provide places to take in the mountains. Four hiking trails explore forest, streams, wildflowers, and small waterfalls. The park lists 11 miles of trails, allowing a longer outing beyond the road stops.

Plan for the mountain road and parking charge

Fees, hours, and seasonal access

Prepare for steep roads and changing weather

RVers should be comfortable with steep, winding roads. For hikes, carry water, food, a flashlight, and clothing for changing weather. Stay on marked trails, avoid waterfall rocks and restricted areas, and return before dark.

Store food and scented items in bear-proof lockers where provided, or locked vehicles or buildings. Keep them out of tents. Never feed or approach bears, and report encounters to staff. The official outdoor safety guide gives hiking and bear precautions.

Protect the forest and campsite setting

Leave plants, wildlife, artifacts, and other natural features undisturbed. Build fires only in designated areas and never leave them unattended. Ask the park about local firewood. Noise-making devices must stay quiet from 10 p.m.–7 a.m., with low volumes at other times. Public-use areas prohibit alcohol consumption. Drone operation requires the state’s specific prior approval exception. Read the Georgia park rules before visiting.

Choose the accommodation before reserving

Use the authorized Black Rock Mountain reservation page for cottages, RV or tent sites, walk-in sites, and backcountry campsites. Call the park about capacity limits before reserving the pioneer campground or picnic shelters. For accommodation access needs, describe the required features to park staff before booking.

Turn uphill from Mountain City

From US 441 in Mountain City, three miles north of Clayton, turn onto Black Rock Mountain Parkway. The park contact address is 3085 Black Rock Mountain Parkway, Clayton, GA 30562. This is a mountain-road approach, with hazardous conditions possible in winter.

Nearby parks

Moccasin Creek State Park is on Georgia Highway 197, north of Clarkesville on Lake Burton, with an entrance at 3655 Highway 197. Tallulah Gorge State Park lies along US 441 at Tallulah Falls, where signs direct visitors onto Jane Hurt Yarn Drive. Both are separate road trips from the mountain park.

Choose road overlooks or a forest hike

Use the visitor center and roadside viewpoints for a shorter visit. For a longer walk, choose among the marked trails and match the route to your group’s ability. Ask staff about trail conditions before starting. Picnic facilities provide another way to spend time on the mountain.

Overnight options and summit services

The park offers cottages, developed campsites, walk-in tent sites, and backcountry camping. Bear boxes are provided at walk-in and backcountry sites. The summit visitor center has a gift shop and picnic tables. Wi-Fi is listed at the visitor center, Mellinger Center, and cottages. Accessibility features vary, so confirm the particular facility needed.

A high Blue Ridge setting

The state park encompasses 1,743 acres on the Eastern Continental Divide. Its elevation creates cooler conditions than many other Georgia parks, which helps explain the winter access caution.

Forests and bear awareness

Rhododendron and oaks shelter the camping areas. Georgia’s safety guidance identifies the north Georgia mountains as bear country, making food storage part of an overnight visit.

Official park contact

See the official Black Rock Mountain State Park page or call 706-746-2141. Reservation inquiries go to 800-864-7275.