Backbone Horse Campground

Green Mountain and Finger Lakes National Forests, Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests, New York

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As of September 2026, Backbone Horse Campground is a campground in Green Mountain and Finger Lakes National Forests, New York with 1 campsite. Backbone Horse Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Backbone Horse Campground is located at 42.4856° N, 76.8067° W.

Backbone Horse Campground reservations and next available dates

September 2026

October 2026

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Campsites at Backbone Horse Campground

Things to do: horse riding.

About Backbone Horse Campground

Overview

Backbone Horse Campground is a small, semi-primitive campground designed primarily for campers or picnickers that bring horses with them.

Rules and notices at Backbone Horse Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Backbone Horse Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

-Open year round for hiking

-Campground is open from Memorial Day through November.

-All trails designated for horses are closed to horseback riding from March 15th to May 1st. This is due to muddy trail conditions and the increased potential for erosion and trail damage.

-All campsites are available on a first come first serve basis.

-Sites #5-9 are reserved for horseback users from Memorial Day to Columbus Day.

-Remaining sites can be used by both non-horse users and horse users.

-Camping rules:

Maximum stay is 14 days in any 30-day period.

Dogs must be on a leash at all times.

Quiet Hours are 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM.

Check out time is 2:00 PM

-There is a nonpotable hydrant along the trail north of the campground for watering livestock only.

-Three vault toilets available.

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Backbone Horse Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Backbone Horse Campground?

Backbone Horse Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 1 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Backbone Horse Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Backbone Horse Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Backbone Horse Campground have?

Backbone Horse Campground has 1 campsites.