Can you drive your RV or large truck, tractor trailer, etc over the Kancamagus Highway? We get asked this question quite a bit! The short answer is yes, you can drive your RV, tractor trailer or large vehicle across the Kancamagus Highway. Do keep in mind that you will be driving up and down some […]
The hairpin turn on the Kancamagus Highway has been an iconic part of the highway for many years. Lots of people are concerned about the turn when they’re planning their Kancamagus Highway trip. The fact is that the turn, while yes it is a significant hairpin turn, is safe when traveled at or below the […]
What does Kancamagus mean? The meaning of the word Kancamagus is actually a a Native American name of the Grandson of Passaconaway. Kancamagus succeeded his uncle Wonalancet about 1684 as the third and final Sagamon of the Penacook Confederacy. He was known as “The Fearless One”. Kancamagus once ruled what is now known as southern […]
How many miles is the Kancamagus Highway? This question can be tricky and many online sources have it wrong. The Kancamagus Highway is also called Rt. 112, Rt. 112 itself is much longer. The correct question is how long is the Kancamagus Scenic Byway. The Kancamagus Scenic Byway is 34-1/2 miles from beginning to end. […]