The Carrock is a significant natural feature in J.R.R. Tolkien’s novel, The Hobbit. It is a large, rocky outcrop located near the River Anduin and serves as an important location for the story.
In the tale, the Carrock is where Beorn, the skin-changer, resides. Beorn has the ability to transform into a bear, and the Carrock serves as his home base. The outcrop is described as being a steep hill of huge stones, surrounded by trees, which makes it an excellent vantage point and a defensive location.
The protagonists, Thorin Oakenshield and his company of dwarves, visit Beorn at the Carrock after escaping the goblins of the Misty Mountains. This location plays a key role in their journey as they seek refuge and gain information from Beorn, who later assists them on their quest to reclaim the Lonely Mountain.
The Carrock is not only a physical location but also symbolizes a place of transition for the characters, representing a moment of respite and the gathering of strength before they continue their perilous journey into the dangers that lie ahead.