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Named after Jigger Johnson, an almost legendary north country woods boss during the regions colorful logging era this campground is located along the Kancamagus Scenic Byway. The Swift River flows behind the campground and a short trail connects to the Russell-Colbath Historic Site. Its central location makes it ideal for hiking, biking, and other recreational activities in the National Forest.
From Conway, NH, go west on State Rt. 112 for 12.5 miles to campground.
Showers were coin operated. Huge sites. Quiet and secluded.
Anxiety alert, first comes first serve. When we pulled in with our travel trailer, the first thing we saw was a full sign. We decided to ignore the sign, and drive the loop. In our first turn, we saw a rv leaving a site. We promptly grabbed it. This is our second time here. we love the space between sites, the access to the Swift River. Generators are allowed from 8 to 8pm. There are flushable toilets and free showers. We love that you feel so removed from civilization, yet you are only 20 minutes from North Conway and 30 minutes from Lincoln.
Been coming here for years. Great little campground right on the swift River with its own little beach area. Right off the Kanc and close to all the fun the white mountains has to offer.
This is a very nice and convienantly located campground. Many hiking trails nearby and attractions. Campground is pretty much right in the middle of the Kangamangus hwy, next to Bear Notch Rd. Campground has nice different size sites, some wooded, some open and airy. The bathrooms were really kept clean, and they have coin operated hot showers. Hosts were friendly and enforced evening quiet hours. There is a short trail that leads to the river with a nice beach. Also there's a trail that leads to the Passaconway historical house/site. The nearest stores and gas stations are a bit aways, Conway about a 20 min drive on the east end of the Kanc or Lincoln a 30 min drive on the west end. With that being said, make sure your stocked up on ice, food, gas and camping items as the campground only has firewood for sale. This is a nice family or hikers campground. Beautiful place to take in all that the Kangamangus has to offer!
Stayed for an overnight trip. Site #47. Drive in, pick an open camp spot and pay for the nights by the front board. Clean area, some more open and several with in walking distance of the river. Picnic table with fire ring. Bath rooms were clean, didn’t use the showers but they do offer them. Three host locations for questions. Trails leading off in different directions.
Some sites have more privacy. The inside locations had more of the trees cut down directly around them. No noise problems at night or in the morning. Definitely recommend if you’re looking for a campground.
