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NRSO |
| description |
Backbone Rock Campground is a small campground situated along the beautiful Beaverdam Creek at an elevation of 2,100 feet in northern Johnson County. This developed campground is popular with those visiting the nearby Backbone Rock, a tunnel originally blasted through the rock ridge for the railway. The creek side location with popular swim area and lush forest surroundings make Backbone Rock Campground particularly desirable during hot summer months. With 10 campsites and an adjacent large Civilian Conservation Corps- built reservable pavilion with lawn, Backbone Rock is a great option for a group to reserve the whole campground for retreats and other events. |
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Highway TN 133 north from Highway 91. The campsite is on Highway 133, just north of Backbone Rock. |
| facilitiesDescription |
There are 10 single campsites, including two double sites within Backbone Rock Campground. The campground has flush toilets. Each site contains a table, fire ring and lantern holder. |
| facility |
BACKBONE ROCK CAMPGROUND |
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132890 |
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http://www.reserveamerica.com/campsiteSearch.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=132890&cmp=39-32--joewils |
| importantInformation |
There are special fishing restrictions for the creek north of the campground. Please contact TWRA for details. Guests of campers are asked to leave before quiet hours start at 10:00 p.m. All developed recreation areas in the Cherokee National Forest are alcohol free to promote family-friendly recreation. Campfires are limited to the burning of wood products or charcoal only. It's state law. Be careful with food scraps and trash. Keep a clean campsite to prevent unwanted critters and bears. |
| nearbyAttrctionDescription |
The trailhead for the Appalachian National Scenic Trail (#1) is approximately a quarter mile south of the campground on TN Highway 133. Damascus, VA is approximately 5 minutes north of the campground. |
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| orientationDescription |
Backbone Rock Campground is located along the beautiful Beaverdam Creek nestled in the mountains of the Southern Appalachians. |
| recreationDescription |
Along with camping, Beaverdam Creek is stocked with trout. The Appalachian National Scenic Trail is accessed via the nearby Backbone Rock Recreation Area parking. |