Big Rock

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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

Camp site features

Across 27 camp sites:

Fire pit: all 27 sites
Pets allowed: all 27 sites
Longest RV: 40 ft
Largest party: 8 people
Equipment: CAR, POP UP, RV, VEHICLE

Directions

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

Stay Limit

Check in from 2 PM, check out by 12 PM.

Reviews

76 reviews

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andrew g

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Reviewed a month ago

Excellent campground and camp site. Would definitely recommend!

Lauren M

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Reviewed a month ago

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John J

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Reviewed 2 months ago

Very clean and well maintained.

Bryan Q

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Reviewed 2 months ago

Big Rock is very convenient to the best of Kancamagus Hwy and walking distance to the Discovery trail. Some sites are relatively quiet, especially since the campground is small, but occasionally you'll hear a Harley or truck driving by.

Michael M

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Reviewed 2 months ago

Very nice campground, I liked the walk up site in particular. Well laid out.

Chace C

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Reviewed 2 months ago

It was great but the bathroom could use some cleaning

Availability

See the Camp Sites section below to find detailed booking availability.

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