White Ledge Campground
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.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 11 |
| Tent-only | 6 |
| Host/management | 12 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 35 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
17 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 003 | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 004 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 005 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 006 | Tent only | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | |||
| 007 | Tent only | Gravel | Full | 8 / 1 | |||
| 008 | Tent only | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | |||
| 009 | Tent only | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 010 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 012 | Tent only | Back-in | Gravel | Full | 8 / 1 | ||
| 013 | Tent only | Gravel | Full | 8 / 1 |
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 XXX, 003, 004, 005 and 9 more are listed accessible |
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.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | mid-May to mid-September |
| Forest | White Mountain National Forest |
| Booking | Reserve sites online through recreation.gov or by calling toll free at 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) |
| 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, follow State Route 16 south for 5 miles. The campground is on the right.
| Coordinates | 43.9544° N, 71.2139° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedSouth Jackman Rx
9 mi from the campground · 39 acres
- PrescribedBradley Brook Rx
20 mi from the campground · 1 acres
- PrescribedMorse Rx
33 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 | L.L.Bean Outlet ↗ | 6.5 mi |
| RV sales & service | Big Moose RV ↗ | 20 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 28.5 mi |
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Worth a stop
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.
- 0.1 miWhite Ledge Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 3.7 miBoulder Loop Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miWhite Ledge Loop Trail3.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.1 miCarter Ledge Trail3.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1 miMiddle Sister Trail3.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.2 miPiper Trail3.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.3 miWeetamoo Trail1.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.6 miNickerson Ledge Trail0.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.1 miCarter Ledge Trailhead ↗White Mountain National Forest
- 0.1 miWhite Ledge Trailhead ↗White Mountain National Forest
- 1.2 miPiper Trailhead ↗White Mountain National Forest
- 2.7 miHammond 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
- 6.7 miSandwich Range Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 35,301 acres
- 12.6 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
- William K. Eastman HouseBuilding · Conway · 4.8 mi
- Madison School, District No. 1Building · Madison · 5 mi
- Conway Public LibraryBuilding · Conway · 5.1 mi
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.
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.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at White Ledge Campground?
Sites at White Ledge Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reserve sites online through recreation.gov or by calling toll free at 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at White Ledge Campground?
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 White Ledge Campground?
Check-in 0:00 AM, checkout 0:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does White Ledge Campground have?
29 sites, including 11 standard sites without power and 6 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at White Ledge Campground?
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 White Ledge Campground?
There are no showers or dump station on-site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at White Ledge Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at White Ledge Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at White Ledge Campground?
Sites XXX, 003, 004, and 005 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 13 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
Is there cell service at White Ledge Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 4G LTE, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at White Ledge Campground?
Campers can access numerous hiking trails, rock climbing routes, scenic overlooks and wildlife viewing locations within a short drive. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if White Ledge Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Covered Bridge (3.5 mi), Blackberry Crossing Campground (3.9 mi, first-come), and Jigger Johnson Campground (6.7 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby