BACKBONE ROCK RECREATION AREA PAVILIONS
Damascus, Tennessee
Federal campground in Tennessee.
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Athens is popular during peak season. Reserve 2-4 weeks in advance for weekends and holidays.
Most parks have check-in after 1:00 PM and check-out by 11:00 AM. Call ahead if you'll arrive late.
Tennessee weather can change quickly. Pack layers and check the forecast for Athens.
Don't miss local attractions near Athens. Ask the camp host for hidden gems and trails.
Mar 18, 2026
Beauty all around. Just a wonderful place to see, explore, and enjoy. If all you have time for is to stop at the scenic views along the way up the mountain in your car it is well worth it. The recreation area around the lake is great for a picnic and a swim. The trail to Benton Falls was rewarding.
Mar 18, 2026
Beauty all around. Just a wonderful place to see, explore, and enjoy. If all you have time for is to stop at the scenic views along the way up the mountain in your car it is well worth it. The recreation area around the lake is great for a picnic and a swim. The trail to Benton Falls was rewarding.
Mar 18, 2026
I love this place, it's super nice and always clean!!
Mar 18, 2026
I love this place, it's super nice and always clean!!
Mar 18, 2026
Loved this campground. Campsite we had was large and did offer some degree of privacy. The bath/shower house was very clean. The campground host were awesome! Cheryl and Paul were very knowledgeable of the area and resources. Cheryl could not have been more helpful or friendly!
Mar 18, 2026
Loved this campground. Campsite we had was large and did offer some degree of privacy. The bath/shower house was very clean. The campground host were awesome! Cheryl and Paul were very knowledgeable of the area and resources. Cheryl could not have been more helpful or friendly!
Mar 18, 2026
Our visit to the Chilhowee Recreation Area was a perfect Sunday getaway. It offered a blend of scenic drives, serene lakeside moments, and the breathtaking beauty of Benton Waterfall. It's a place where nature's wonders can be fully appreciated, and I would highly recommend it to anyone seeking a peaceful escape in the great outdoors.
Mar 18, 2026
This hike this week.... it's a beautiful place. their are places to have a family picnic,swim the water was warm and has been maintained very in my opinion. They are very easy trail. A good place to eat have romantic walk/camping sites. Plenty of trail heads... a lot of plastic bottles thrown to side.. me and my fiancee retrieved the trash and put in the proper container.. TAKE OUT WHAT YOU BROUGH... This hike this week.... it's a beautiful place. their are places to have a family picnic,swim the water was warm and has been maintained very in my opinion. They are very easy trail. A good place to eat have romantic walk/camping sites. Plenty of trail heads... a lot of plastic bottles thrown to side.. me and my fiancee retrieved the trash and put in the proper container.. TAKE OUT WHAT YOU BROUGHT IN!!!!!! Also those was a Confederate historic camp site off side of the road. See the pics!!!
Mar 18, 2026
This hike this week.... it's a beautiful place. their are places to have a family picnic,swim the water was warm and has been maintained very in my opinion. They are very easy trail. A good place to eat have romantic walk/camping sites. Plenty of trail heads... a lot of plastic bottles thrown to side.. me and my fiancee retrieved the trash and put in the proper container.. TAKE OUT WHAT YOU BROUGH... This hike this week.... it's a beautiful place. their are places to have a family picnic,swim the water was warm and has been maintained very in my opinion. They are very easy trail. A good place to eat have romantic walk/camping sites. Plenty of trail heads... a lot of plastic bottles thrown to side.. me and my fiancee retrieved the trash and put in the proper container.. TAKE OUT WHAT YOU BROUGHT IN!!!!!! Also those was a Confederate historic camp site off side of the road. See the pics!!!
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