Georgia · Camping

Backcountry Campsite #2

Mar–Nov
best months

Is Backcountry Campsite #2 open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests. It doesn't name Backcountry Campsite #2, so check the source for the area it covers (4 listed).

As of · Source: USFS · Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

  • At 2,532 ft
  • Conasauga Ranger DistrictFort Mountain State Park · Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests

Backcountry Campsite #2 is a primitive backcountry camping location in Georgia, offering an authentic wilderness experience for visitors seeking solitude and self-sufficiency. This first-come, first-served site is ideal for backpackers and wilderness enthusiasts looking to explore Georgia's remote natural areas and enjoy backcountry recreation away from developed facilities.

Local outfitters

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  • Best time to go · Mar–Nov

    Best time to visit Backcountry Campsite #2

    Best months: March–November. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

    1. Jan

      48° / 31°

      10 wet · 1 snow

    2. Feb

      52° / 34°

      9 wet

    3. Mar

      60° / 40°

      10 wet

    4. Apr

      68° / 47°

      9 wet

    5. May

      75° / 55°

      9 wet

    6. Jun

      82° / 63°

      10 wet

    7. Jul

      85° / 67°

      11 wet

    8. Aug

      84° / 66°

      9 wet

    9. Sep

      79° / 61°

      8 wet

    10. Oct

      69° / 50°

      8 wet

    11. Nov

      59° / 40°

      8 wet

    12. Dec

      51° / 35°

      10 wet

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Jasper 1 Nnw, GA, 24 mi away at 1,465 ft. The station sits about 1,100 ft lower than this place, so expect it a little cooler here. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

    Closures we've recorded since August 2026

    • Spring 2026 Forest-wide Fire Restrictions

      Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests · Order dated April 23, 2026; seen Aug 23, 2026 → lifted Oct 13, 2026 · Forest Service

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