U.S. Forest Service · White Mountain National Forest · NH

Jigger Johnson Campground

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Not publishedStatus

First-comeAccess

The place

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.

SRC · USFS Enterprise Data Warehouse · 2026-08-24

No reservation needed

First come,
first servedArrive early — popular areas fill by afternoon

SRC · Rules verified against recreation.gov · 2026-08-24

Fees

Single Family Site Per site / per night$30.00 Extra Vehicle (Space Permitting) Per vehicle / per night $6.00

SRC · USFS Enterprise Data Warehouse · 2026-08-24

Who runs it

Operated by Vista Recreation, a private concessionaire, under permit from the agency.

SRC · Operator link · 2026-08-24

Your representative

This campground sits in NH-02. This member’s public-lands record →

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