White Ledge Campground
Campground · New Hampshire · 17 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
White Mountain National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 17
- Bookable sites
- 35 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 8
- People per site
- 13
- Accessible sites
- 741 ft
- Elevation
Overview
White Ledge Campground is conveniently located off State Route 16, 5 miles south of the town of Conway, New Hampshire. It is a relatively small facility and provides easy access to town amenities and activities as well as superb scenic driving, hiking, fishing and rock climbing.The White Mountains boast pristine forests, clear mountain streams and rivers and the tallest peaks in the Northeast. The forest encompasses nearly 800,000 acres in New Hampshire and western Maine, and is one of the most popular in the country.
Recreation
Campers can access numerous hiking trails, rock climbing routes, scenic overlooks and wildlife viewing locations within a short drive. Local rivers and streams offer stocked or wild trout for anglers. Nearby Jigger Johnson Campground offers educational programs on Saturday nights.The White Mountains region hosts four alpine and five nordic ski areas, which provide year-round recreation opportunities such as skiing, hiking, mountain biking, outdoor concerts, interpretive trails, special events and regional and national skiing and snowboarding races.
The area also contains 1,200 miles of hiking trails, including 160 miles of the famous Appalachian Trail.
Learn more about recreation in the national forest.
Facilities
Campsites are organized into two loops. The facility is well shaded, and a grassy play area is available.Accessible restrooms and a hand pump for drinking water are provided. There are no showers or dump station on-site. Noise from the road may be noticeable.
Natural Features
The campground is tucked away in a mixed white pine and hardwood forest in the southern part of White Mountain National Forest. The forest is home to many species of northern wildlife, including moose, white-tailed deer and black bear. Almost 200 species of birds, including the rare Bicknell's Thrush, live in the forest.Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (802) 289-0970.Nearby Attractions
The nearby towns of Conway and North Conway offer tours, shopping, restaurants and many other amenities.The Kancamagus Highway is a popular scenic byway perfect for a morning or afternoon drive on a clear day.
Within an hour drive, campers can access the Presidential Range, which consists of the tallest mountains in the forest, including the 6,288-ft. Mount Washington, the highest peak north of the Smoky Mountains and east of the Mississippi River.
The facts
- Season: mid-May – mid-September — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 17 bookable sites
- 29 sites in total, including non-bookable
- 13 accessible sites
- Vehicles up to 35 ft
- Up to 8 people per site
- Loops: MANAGEMENT SITES, WHIT
Site types
- 12 Management
- 11 Standard Nonelectric
- 6 Tent Only Nonelectric
Amenities
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.
29 campsites at White Ledge Campground
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | MANAGEMENT SITES | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 002 | MANAGEMENT SITES | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 014 | MANAGEMENT SITES | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 015 | MANAGEMENT SITES | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 016 | MANAGEMENT SITES | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 017 | MANAGEMENT SITES | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 018 | MANAGEMENT SITES | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 019 | MANAGEMENT SITES | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 020 | MANAGEMENT SITES | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 021 | MANAGEMENT SITES | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 022 | MANAGEMENT SITES | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| XXX | MANAGEMENT SITES | Management | Back In | Gravel | 35 ft | 8 | ♿ |
| 003 | WHIT | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 35 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 004 | WHIT | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 25 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 005 | WHIT | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 25 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 006 | WHIT | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 007 | WHIT | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 008 | WHIT | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 009 | WHIT | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 010 | WHIT | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 011 HOST | WHIT | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 25 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 012 | WHIT | Tent Only Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 013 | WHIT | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 023 | WHIT | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 25 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 024 | WHIT | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 20 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 025 | WHIT | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 026 | WHIT | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 25 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 027 | WHIT | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 35 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 028 | WHIT | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 25 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
Getting there
From Conway, New Hampshire, follow State Route 16 south for 5 miles. The campground is on the right.
43.95444, -71.21389 · 43°57'16.0"N 71°12'50.0"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 4.0 | 3.3 | 3.6 | 4.3 | 3.7 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.3 | 4.2 | 5.3 | 4.5 | 4.6 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 6.7 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 White Ledge Campground
- Can you reserve a site at White Ledge Campground?
- Yes, White Ledge Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does White Ledge Campground have?
- 29 sites in total, of which 17 can be booked.
- What is the maximum RV length at White Ledge Campground?
- 35 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at White Ledge Campground?
- Yes, pets are allowed at White Ledge Campground.
Also listed by
White Ledge Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by White Ledge Campground'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
Accessibility:
- This campground has accessible sites.
Camping near White Ledge Campground
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- Radeke Cabin 8.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Camp Penacook Shelter 2.7 mi · Campground
- Jim Liberty Cabin 2.9 mi · Campground
- Boulder Loop Trailhead 3.7 mi · Facility
- Blackberry Crossing Campground 3.9 mi · Campground
- Saco Ranger District 4.4 mi · Facility
- Jigger Johnson Campground 6.7 mi · Campground
- Sawyer Pond Trailhead (Kancamagus Hwy) 7.7 mi · Facility
- Passaconaway Campground 8.4 mi · Campground
- Mt. Langdon Trailhead 9.7 mi · Facility
- Sawyer Pond Shelter & Tentsite 10.6 mi · Campground
Contact
- Phone 603-447-5448
- Email whitemountaincampgrounds@goexplorus.com
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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