Backbone Rock Campground
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About Backbone Rock Campground
Backbone Rock Campground is a national park campground at Cherokee National Forest in Johnson County, Tennessee. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. When a booked site here is cancelled it can vanish within minutes, so Campsite Tonight monitors it 24/7 and auto-adds the opening to your Recreation.gov cart before anyone else.
Backbone Rock Campground is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 90 ft. Campers rate it 4.7/5 across 123 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Cherokee National Forest include Backbone Rock Recreation Area Pavilions, Jacobs Creek Campground (TN) and Little Oak Campground.
Total reservations in April — 2023: 8 · 2024: 3 · 2025: 6
Location
Address
Unicoi, Tennessee
Coordinates
36.5939, -81.8150
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •June sees 79 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Backbone Rock Recreation Area Pavilions
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Backbone Rock Campground FAQ
How far in advance should I book Backbone Rock Campground?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at Backbone Rock Campground?
June typically sees the highest reservation activity at Backbone Rock Campground. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Backbone Rock Campground right now?
Backbone Rock Campground is currently fully booked for the next 14 days. However, cancellations happen frequently - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when sites become available.
Where is Backbone Rock Campground located?
Backbone Rock Campground is located in Cherokee National Forest, near Unicoi, Tennessee.
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