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About Backbone Rock Campground
Number of accommodations: 10
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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Pet friendly
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (156)
What Guests Are Saying
Backbone Rock Campground offers a beautiful and peaceful setting with large, private sites, clean facilities, and friendly hosts. Many guests appreciate the scenic views along the creek and the opportunity to disconnect from technology. While there are some concerns about noise from nearby roads and occasional trash, overall, visitors enjoy the rustic charm and natural beauty of the area.
What Guests Are Saying
Backbone Rock Campground offers a beautiful and peaceful setting with large, private sites, clean facilities, and friendly hosts. Many guests appreciate the scenic views along the creek and the opportunity to disconnect from technology. While there are some concerns about noise from nearby roads and occasional trash, overall, visitors enjoy the rustic charm and natural beauty of the area.
Review Summary
Tony C
VerifiedMay 13, 2026 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: BACKBONE ROCK CAMPGROUND
Beautiful little place. Love the sound of the water. Nice and clean.
Jeff R
VerifiedMay 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: BACKBONE ROCK CAMPGROUND
I camped 5 days, camping was pretty nice except for no host to keep the bathrooms clean and stocked, host site had a camper, just no host
David G
VerifiedMay 24, 2026 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: BACKBONE ROCK CAMPGROUND
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Steven W
VerifiedMay 30, 2026 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: BACKBONE ROCK CAMPGROUND
Reservation was not marked by the campground and the site was therefore double booked by another camper that did not know it had been reserved. Just because you book online does not guarantee you will have a campsite
Dakota P
VerifiedMay 31, 2026 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: BACKBONE ROCK CAMPGROUND
The day we reserved the campsite we went by and it wasn’t open I tried to contact someone for a refund or some help. I left a voicemail and no one called me back or sent a message we ended going to another campground that actually would pick up the phone. My money was never returned so I will make sure to avoid ever booking here again.
Duncan C
VerifiedJune 12, 2026 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: BACKBONE ROCK CAMPGROUND
Very nice! Campsite was great, facilities were clean, just was friendly and helpful. No problems at all.
Lucia G
VerifiedJune 21, 2026 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: BACKBONE ROCK CAMPGROUND
Great little campground. While there are no shower facilities, the bathrooms were clean and there were plenty of water spigots. Super close to Damascus.
vicki s
VerifiedJune 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: BACKBONE ROCK CAMPGROUND
I loved it there. Very primitive vibe- Very basic, down to earth.
I did not use the bathrooms
Daniel W
VerifiedJune 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: BACKBONE ROCK CAMPGROUND
camper was set up in the reserved spot. Had to wait for them to pack up and move.
Diane R
VerifiedJuly 3, 2026 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: BACKBONE ROCK CAMPGROUND
Nice place to unplug and get away from technology. Saw trout, but unable to catch any.
Location Backbone Rock Campground
Address:
9941 Hwy 133
Shady Valley, TN, 37688
United States
Highway TN 133 north from Highway 91. The campsite is on Highway 133, just north of Backbone Rock.
Access to Backbone Rock Campground is via Highway TN 133, which connects to Highway 91. No major highways or interstates are within 25 miles.
Elevation: 682 feet
9.6 mi drive to downtown Shady Valley (about 13 min)
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
11AM
General
- Backbone Rock Campground will open for the 2026 season on 4/27/26. This campground does not have any Long-Term Camping programs.
- There is no electricity/water/sewer site hook-ups at this facility. There is potable water within the campground.
- Alcohol prohibited.
- All equipment must fit on the site pad. Vehicles park in developed areas only.
- An RV counts as one of the two vehicles allowed at a site.
- You are in Bear Country. Please adhere to the Cherokee National Forest Food and Refuse Storage Requirements. All food (unless actively being prepared and/or eaten), trash, and other scented items (hygiene products, pet food, etc) must be stored in a bear-resistant container (closed hard top vehicle or travel trailer) or suspended at least 12 ft. off the ground and 6 ft. from limbs. Please read the entire Food Storage Order located under the Facility Information tab and Additional Information section or by reading the Food Storage Order posted at the campground. Any campsites not in compliance will receive a ticket.
- You may check-in to the campground between and of your arrival date. If you have not checked-in before the day after your arrival date, your site will be checked-out and will forfeit all fees.
- Established quiet hours are between and.
- The two CCC-Era pavilions underwent historic renovations which were completed September 2024.
- All pets must be on a 6' leash at all times. Owners must pick up after their pets, and all pet waste disposed of properly.
- Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more.
- Use designated fire rings for all fires. Do not build additional fire rings. No burning plastic or other non-wood materials except local wood in fire pits and charcoal in grills.
- It is your responsibility to read, know, understand, and follow all campground specific rules and regulations which are posted at the campground.
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Last updated: September 2, 2026
