Backbone Rock Campground
Quick Facts
2,100 ftPrice
$10 - $20/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
10 campsites
Season
Open April 28, 2025,...
Cell
No Service
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
Quick Facts
2,100 ftPrice
$10 - $20/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
10 campsites
Season
Open April 28, 2025,...
Cell
No Service
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
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Based on 186 reviews
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"Backbone Rock Campground is highly rated for its cleanliness, natural beauty, and friendly camp hosts. Reviews consistently mention the peaceful creekside location, spacious sites, and proximity to hiking trails. However, some complaints include traffic noise from the nearby road and the lack of showers."
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Backbone Rock Campground
9941 Hwy 133, Shady Valley, TN, 37688
Best Time to Camp at Backbone Rock Campground
From April through October, Backbone Rock transforms into a temperate paradise where morning mists dance above the creek and afternoon sunshine filters through the canopy. The mountains here have their own personality—sudden rain showers sweep through, turning Beaverdam Creek into a rushing symphony of water over rocks. These dramatic weather shifts create stunning photography moments, though savvy campers keep an eye on creek levels during storms when nature shows its wilder side.
Busy in summer; cool creekside location and swimming make it appealing in warm months.
Fall praised for seasonal photography and foliage; campground open through mid-October.
Spring morning mists and temperate conditions described; campground opens late April.
Campground is seasonally open April–October; winter camping not supported.
Planning Tips
- Peak Season: April 28, 2025 - October 13, 2025.. Book 2-3 months ahead.
- Operating Season: Open April 28, 2025, through October 13, 2025.
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