Can you reserve a site at Big Rock?

Yes, Big Rock is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Big Rock have?

28 sites in total, of which 27 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Big Rock?

40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Big Rock?

Yes, pets are allowed at Big Rock.

Are campfires allowed at Big Rock?

Campfires are allowed at Big Rock. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Big Rock, New Hampshire — 27 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

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.

Recreation

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

Facilities

Vault toilets.

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.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (802) 289-0970.

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

The facts

Season: mid-May – mid-October — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
27 bookable sites
28 sites in total, including non-bookable
Vehicles up to 40 ft
Up to 8 people per site

Site types

16 Walk To
9 Standard Nonelectric
2 Tent Only Nonelectric
1 Management

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills, shade.

Book on Recreation.gov

28 campsites at Big Rock

Check-in 02:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Access	Max rig	People
1	—	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Drive In	40 ft	8	🐾
10	—	Walk To	—	Gravel	Hike In	—	8	🐾
11	—	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Drive In	40 ft	8	🐾
12	—	Walk To	—	Gravel	Hike In	—	8	🐾
13	—	Walk To	—	Gravel	Hike In	—	8	🐾
14	—	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Drive In	20 ft	8	🐾
15	—	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Drive In	20 ft	8	🐾
16	—	Walk To	—	Gravel	Hike In	—	8	🐾
17	—	Walk To	—	Gravel	Hike In	—	8	🐾
18	—	Walk To	—	Gravel	Hike In	—	8	🐾
19	—	Walk To	—	Gravel	Hike In	—	8	🐾
2 HOST	—	Management	Back In	Gravel	Drive In	40 ft	8	🐾
20	—	Walk To	—	Gravel	Hike In	—	8	🐾
21	—	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Gravel	Drive In	—	8	🐾
22	—	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Gravel	Hike In	—	8	🐾
23	—	Walk To	—	Gravel	Hike In	—	8	🐾
24	—	Walk To	—	Gravel	Hike In	—	8	🐾
25	—	Walk To	—	Gravel	Hike In	—	8	🐾
26	—	Walk To	—	Gravel	Hike In	—	8	🐾
27	—	Walk To	—	Gravel	Hike In	—	8	🐾
28	—	Walk To	—	Gravel	Hike In	—	8	🐾
3	—	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Drive In	40 ft	8	🐾
4	—	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Drive In	40 ft	8	🐾
5	—	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Drive In	26 ft	8	🐾
6	—	Walk To	—	Gravel	Hike In	—	8	🐾
7	—	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Drive In	20 ft	8	🐾
8	—	Walk To	—	Gravel	Hike In	—	8	🐾
9	—	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Drive In	20 ft	8	🐾

Getting there

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

44.04868, -71.56100 · 44°2'55.2"N 71°33'39.6"W

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Typical weather

Typically 80°F in Jul, down to 28°F in Jan.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	28	31	40	54	66	75	80	78	72	58	45	35
Low °F	8	9	19	30	42	52	57	54	47	36	27	16
Precip in	3.4	3.0	3.3	5.2	4.2	4.8	6.0	3.9	3.8	5.4	4.7	4.7

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 5.6 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Big Rock

Can you reserve a site at Big Rock?: Yes, Big Rock is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Big Rock have?: 28 sites in total, of which 27 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Big Rock?: 40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Big Rock?: Yes, pets are allowed at Big Rock.
Are campfires allowed at Big Rock?: Campfires are allowed at Big Rock. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

Big Rock also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Big Rock's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Single Family Site Per site / per night $30.00
Extra Vehicle (Space Permitting) Per vehicle / per night $6.00

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Big Rock

Hancock Campground (NH) 1.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Russell Pond Campground 5.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Osceola Vista Campground 5.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Waterville Campground 7.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
Franconia Brook Tentsite 3.7 mi · Facility
Tripoli Road Camping Area 5.2 mi · Campground
Liberty Springs Tentsite 6.4 mi · Campground
Guyot Shelter 7.9 mi · Facility
Thirteen Falls Tentsite 8.2 mi · Campground
Sawyer Pond Shelter & Tentsite 9 mi · Campground
Eliza Brook Shelter 9.7 mi · Campground
Passaconaway Campground 10.1 mi · Campground

Contact

Phone WMNF (603) 536-6100
Email whitemountaincampgrounds@goexplorus.com
Book Recreation.gov

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Big Rock