Big Rock

White Mountain National Forest

Big Rock Campground has 28 individual wooded sites, each with a picnic table, tent pad and turnout for parking. Eight sites share a common parking area, while most other sites have suitable parking space available for small trailers and motorhomes. Water, electrical and sewage connections are not provided. Campsites are available on a first-come, first serve basis and reservations.

 Vault toilets.

Need to Know

• • Must fill out Fee Envelope at Self Service Pay Station Kiosk
  • Post confirmation number
  • Pay any additional Fees (see below)
  • Put in provided GREEN FEE TUBE
• • Campsite fee includes parking for ONE vehicle
  • Additional fee of $5 PER NIGHT to be paid upon arrival for EACH additional vehicle(s).

• Only 2 cars allowed to park on site; additional vehicles in overflow area.

• This campground has first-come, first-served sites.

• Be bear aware; keep all food out of site in approved containers or locked inside a hard-sided vehicle and remove all food from area after eating.

• Don't Move Firewood:To limit the spread of invasive tree-killing pests, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Some states have quarantines and may confiscate your firewood. Please help protect our forests from invasive species by obtaining your firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Visit dontmovefirewood.orgfor more information.

• TIPS:

  * Allow no more than 8 people and 2 vehicles per site and keep all equipment (including tents, tables and motor vehicles) on the graveled area. This will minimize compaction, allow low vegetation to grow, and enhance privacy between sites.

  * Build all fires in the ring provided. “Only YOU can prevent forest fires,” says Smoky Bear. This will eliminate unsightly charcoal spots that soil camping equipment and clothing.

  * Observe quiet hours between 10 PM and 7 AM. Turn off audio devices during these times and play them at a reasonable volume at all other times. See the bulletin board for the rules about operating generators.

  * Gather only dead and down firewood. 

Natural Features

The name “Big Rock” was dervied from a large prominent rock which is visable shortly after entering the campground. Big Rock campground is a developed recreation area administered by the USDA Forest Service. A fee is charged for the use of this area and is collected through a self-service pay system. The campgrounds are conveniently located near Interstate 93 in the heart of the White Mountain National Forest on the scenic Kancamagus Highway. 

Nearby Attractions

1. East Branch Pemigewasset River

2. Upper Lady’s Bath

3. Kancamagus Highway

4. Otter Rocks

5. Greely Ponds Scenic Area

6. Franconia Falls

7. Black Pond

8. The Flume

9. Indian Head

10. The Basin

11. Franconia Notch

12. Cannon Mountain Tram

13. Lost River Road

14. Kinsman Notch

Recreation

A variety of recreational opportunities exsist nearby which include; swimming, fishing, hiking, picnicking, sight-seeing and pleasure driving.

Contact Information

NH

Phone Number

For campground inquiries, please call: WMNF (603) 536-6100

Rental Options

Learn more about gear rental options for your trip

Driving Directions

The campground is conveniently located off Exit 32 (the scenic Kancamagus Highway) from Interstate 93.

Available Campsites

• Site 22, Loop , Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 15, Loop , Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 17, Loop , Type Walk To
• Site 8, Loop , Type Walk To
• Site 23, Loop , Type Walk To
• Site 7, Loop , Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 19, Loop , Type Walk To
• Site 10, Loop , Type Walk To
• Site 4, Loop , Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 16, Loop , Type Walk To
• Site 3, Loop , Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 9, Loop , Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 13, Loop , Type Walk To
• Site 18, Loop , Type Walk To
• Site 27, Loop , Type Walk To
• Site 11, Loop , Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 12, Loop , Type Walk To
• Site 26, Loop , Type Walk To
• Site 5, Loop , Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 20, Loop , Type Walk To
• Site 1, Loop , Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 14, Loop , Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 25, Loop , Type Walk To
• Site 21, Loop , Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 6, Loop , Type Walk To
• Site 28, Loop , Type Walk To
• Site 24, Loop , Type Walk To

Photo Gallery