Covered Bridge
White Mountain National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking
Location: Conway, NH, NH
Price: From $30 per night
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (130 reviews)
Season: Year-round
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.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Restrooms, Showers, Dump Station, Camp Host, Fishing
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/covered-bridge to be notified when sites open up.
Covered Bridge offers scenic access to White Mountain National Forest with excellent hiking, fishing, and biking opportunities along the Swift River. Campers praise its peaceful atmosphere, private sites, and convenient proximity to Conway for supplies.
Wildlife alert: Eastern Moose, American Black Bear, North American River Otter, Coyote, Common Snapping Turtle, and various bird species including Spruce Grouse documented in the area.
Insider tips for Covered Bridge: Book early — this federal campground fills quickly. No cell reception at most sites; plan accordingly. Vehicles 7'9" or taller cannot access due to height restrictions on approach road. Many private sites available on the Boulder Loop Trail side. Swift River and Boulder Loop Trail are directly accessible from campground.
Skip Covered Bridge if: You require RV hookups — no hookups available; only self-contained RVs suitable.. You need vault toilets upgraded to flush toilets.. Your vehicle exceeds 7'9" in height..
Best time to visit Covered Bridge: Year-round — Campground operates year-round, though early booking is essential as this is a popular federal campground..
Nearby campgrounds: White Ledge Campground (Conway, NH), Radeke Cabin (CONWAY, NH), Doublehead Cabin (JACKSON, NH), Black Mountain Cabin (JACKSON, NH).
Cell Phone Coverage at Covered Bridge
Cell signal at Covered Bridge (Conway, NH): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
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.
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this federal campground fills quickly.
No cell reception at most sites; plan accordingly.
Vehicles 7'9" or taller cannot access due to height restrictions on approach road.
Many private sites available on the Boulder Loop Trail side.
Swift River and Boulder Loop Trail are directly accessible from campground.
Campground operates year-round, though early booking is essential as this is a popular federal campground.
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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 becomes West Side Road. Proceed approximately 1 mile to Passaconaway Road. Turn west on Passaconaway road and follow for 5 miles to the campground.
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — White Mountain National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at White Mountain National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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