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Inside Cherokee National Forest
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Backbone Rock Campground
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The campground opens at 7a.m. and closes at 10p.m. Guests are asked to leave before closing time. The Day-Use area including the Pavilions and hiking trails are open year round, developed areas open sunrise to sundown.

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