Covered Bridge
Covered Bridge Campground is located in a thick forest along one of the most scenic drives in New Hampshire. This facility provides access to the heart of White Mountain National Forest and its many recreation opportunities such as hiking, biking, fishing and sightseeing. The quaint town of Conway is just 6 miles away and provides shops, restaurants and other conveniences. 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.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 21 |
| Tent-only | 8 |
| Host/management | 21 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 35 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
29 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 009 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 010 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 011 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 012 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 013 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 014 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 015 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 016 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 017 | Tent only | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | |||
| 029 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 35 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Accessibility | Sites 009, 010, 011, 012 and 20 more are listed accessible |
The facility is organized into two loops. Accessible vault restrooms and a hand pump for water are provided. No showers or dump station are available.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | mid-May to mid-October |
| Forest | White Mountain National Forest |
| Booking | This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at Recreation.gov |
| Fees | Single Family Site Per site / per night $30.00. Extra Vehicle (Space Permitting) Per vehicle / per night $6.00 |
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Getting there
From Conway, New Hampshire: Take Kancamagus Highway (State Route 112), 6 miles west, then turn on Dugway Road and proceed into the campground. Vehicles 7'9" or taller are unable to pass through due to height restriction for the covered bridge and must use an alternate route: At traffic light in Conway Village go north on Washington Street, which…
| Coordinates | 44.0033° N, 71.2322° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedSouth Jackman Rx
13 mi from the campground · 39 acres
- PrescribedBradley Brook Rx
18 mi from the campground · 1 acres
- PrescribedMorse Rx
36 mi from the campground · 10 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | REI ↗ | 5.9 mi |
| RV sales & service | Big Moose RV ↗ | 23.5 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 26 mi |
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Covered Bridge Campground White Mountain National Forest - CampgroundViews.com
Worth a stop
The nearby towns of Conway and North Conway offer tours, shopping, restaurants and many other amenities. 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 White Mountains region hosts four alpine and five nordic ski areas, which provide year-round recreation opportunities.
- 0.4 miBoulder Loop Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 3.4 miWhite Ledge Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.2 miBoulder Loop Trail ↗3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike · national_recreation_or_other
- 0.4 miNanamocomuck Ski Trail ↗17.5 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 1.7 miWenunchus Ski Trail1 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 2.3 miRocky Gorge Falls Pond Interp ↗0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.3 miLovequist Loop0.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.3 miWenonah Trail1 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.4 miBoulder Loop Trailhead ↗White Mountain National Forest · Season Mid-May to mid-October
- 2.5 miSouth Moat Mountain Trailhead ↗White Mountain National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside White Mountain National Forest.
- inWhite Mountain National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 946,821 acres
- 6.9 miSandwich Range Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 35,301 acres
- 9.1 miPresidential Range-Dry River Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 27,605 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Russell–Colbath HouseBuilding · Albany · 5.4 mi
- William K. Eastman HouseBuilding · Conway · 5.7 mi
- Bartlett RoundhouseBuilding · Bartlett · 5.8 mi
Natural features
The campground is nestled in an old hardwood forest near the Swift River. 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.
Recreation
The adjacent Kancamagus Highway, referred to locally as "the Kanc," is a National Scenic Byway that offers some of the best fall foliage viewing in New England. The 26.5-mile road connects the towns of Lincoln to the west and Conway to the east, and takes about one hour to drive from end to end. The cool, cascading Swift River is a great spot to wade or fish for brook trout during warm summer months. The area is extremely popular for hiking. The 3-mile Boulder Loop Trail and a 0.5-mile nature trail can be accessed near the campground.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Covered Bridge?
Sites at Covered Bridge are reservable on Recreation.gov. This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at Recreation.gov Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Covered Bridge?
Single Family Site Per site / per night $30.00. Extra Vehicle (Space Permitting) Per vehicle / per night $6.00
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Covered Bridge?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Covered Bridge have?
50 sites, including 21 standard sites without power and 8 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Covered Bridge?
The longest site here provides 35 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are there showers or a dump station at Covered Bridge?
No showers or dump station are available.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Covered Bridge?
Yes, pets are allowed at Covered Bridge. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Covered Bridge?
Sites 009, 010, 011, and 012 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 24 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Covered Bridge?
The adjacent Kancamagus Highway, referred to locally as "the Kanc," is a National Scenic Byway that offers some of the best fall foliage viewing in New England. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Covered Bridge is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Blackberry Crossing Campground (0.7 mi, first-come), White Ledge Campground (3.5 mi), and Jigger Johnson Campground (5.1 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby