Jigger Johnson
Open for the season mid-May through mid-October. All 75 sites are first-come, first-served with no reservations accepted. Current fire danger is Low.
Town Hall Road Camping and Fire Restrictions
Camping and campfires are restricted along Slippery Brook Road (Forest Road 17) and East Branch Road (Forest Road 38), which together form a 7‑mile road system collectively known as Town Hall Road. Camping within ¼ mile of these roads is only allowed at designated campsites marked with a tent…
Lincoln Woods Trail Closure
UPDATE: Lincoln Woods Trail will close beginning June 15th through November 2026 when when restoration work commences. See the Lincoln Woods Trailhead page for more information.
Pemigewasset Wilderness Food Storage Requirement
Effective May 1st, 2026, all overnight campers in the Pemigewasset Wilderness must store all food, food containers, scented items (such as soap, lip balm, and toothpaste) and refuse in a cylindrical, hard-sided, non-pliable Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee (IGBC) certified bear resistant…
About
Jigger Johnson Campground sits along the Kancamagus Scenic Byway in the heart of the White Mountain National Forest. The campground offers 75 sites with dirt pads accessed via paved campground roads. Sites 1-9 are designated tent-only, while remaining sites accommodate RVs and trailers. Named after a legendary north country woods boss during the region's colorful logging era, this established campground provides a classic National Forest camping experience. The campground stands out as the only facility on the Kancamagus Highway with coin-operated showers, which are handicapped accessible. Flush toilets, potable water spigots, and dumpsters with animal deterrents are located throughout. The Swift River flows directly behind the campground offering fishing and water recreation opportunities. A short trail connects the campground to the Russell-Colbath Historic Site, providing easy access to historical interpretation. The location along the scenic byway places campers within reach of numerous hiking trailheads, waterfalls, and mountain vistas that make the Kancamagus one of New England's premier destinations.
Directions
Located twelve miles west of Conway on the Kancamagus Highway (Route 112). The campground is in the Saco Ranger District.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (603) 536-6100 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Jigger Johnson Campground | |
| White Mountain NF Home |
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