About Standing Indian Campground
Number of accommodations: 35
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Reviews (221)
What Guests Are Saying
Standing Indian Campground is highly praised for its well-maintained facilities, friendly staff, and beautiful natural surroundings, making it a favorite among campers. Many reviews highlight the cleanliness of the restrooms and the spaciousness of the campsites, particularly in Loop 5, which offers seclusion. While some guests noted issues with wet firewood and occasional noise from generators, the overall experience remains positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Standing Indian Campground is highly praised for its well-maintained facilities, friendly staff, and beautiful natural surroundings, making it a favorite among campers. Many reviews highlight the cleanliness of the restrooms and the spaciousness of the campsites, particularly in Loop 5, which offers seclusion. While some guests noted issues with wet firewood and occasional noise from generators, the overall experience remains positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
Review Summary
Frank R
VerifiedNovember 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: LOP1
Great place, quiet and comfortable. Water faucets near by and bath house was a bonus. We had a blast
Dan H
VerifiedOctober 29, 2022 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: LOP1
Accommodating staff
James M
VerifiedOctober 29, 2022 • Stayed at: 058, Loop: LOP5
Very clean and friendly campground. The showers and bathrooms were clean and had enough hot water. There are lots of hiking trials and things to see. I would highly recommend it to anyone!
Sheri R
VerifiedOctober 23, 2022 • Stayed at: 057, Loop: LOP5
1st time there. Sites are nice size and beautiful campground.
Andy C
VerifiedOctober 20, 2022 • Stayed at: 060, Loop: LOP5
One of my favorite campgrounds, period. Always well maintained, and I love how the sites are nicely separated. Couldn't ask for more.
Elizabeth H
VerifiedOctober 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 041, Loop: LOP3
Beautiful, quiet setting and clean restrooms.
Erin H
VerifiedOctober 13, 2022 • Stayed at: 070, Loop: LOP5
What a beautiful campground. We stayed in loop 5, which is very secluded. We felt like we were backcountry camping in the front country. The hosts were great - delivered our wood directly to our site. The showers were not great, but it's a campground and it's what I expected. Our tent pad was big enough for our 2 large tents. We loved the hiking trails both at the campground and close by.
Greg K
VerifiedOctober 9, 2022 • Stayed at: 034, Loop: LOP3
Site 13 on the river was great.
Lorri F
VerifiedOctober 7, 2022 • Stayed at: 062, Loop: LOP5
Beautiful campground with gorgeous private individual sites. Very quiet and peaceful. Bathrooms very nice and clean.
Some of the trails in the campground area could use better signage, but one you find them they are great.
Rosemary S
VerifiedAugust 28, 2022 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: LOP1
Well maintained…neat, tidy, clean. Close to many trails. Some directly from the campgrounds. The AT is a 5-7 minute drive.
Location Standing Indian Campground
Address:
Off Forest Development Rd 67
Franklin, NC, 28734
United States
From Franklin, North Carolina, take U.S. Highway 64 west approximately 12 miles, passing through Winding Stair Gap. Near the bottom of the mountain from the gap, turn left on West Old Murphy Road (State Route 1448) and watch for a directional sign for the campground. Go 1.9 miles and turn right on Forest Road 67 at the Standing Indian Campground sign. This is a paved road. Go 1.7 miles and turn right into the campground.
Latitude & Longitude: 35.0786 / -83.5319
Elevation: 1031 feet
Policies & Rules
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For any questions about the campground please call the Store: 828-369-0442 |
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No electric, water or sewer hookups available |
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This campground has first-come, first-served sites; reservable sites may also be available on a first-come, first-served basis outside the reservation season |
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Cash or Check only. Credit cards are not acceptable. |
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Click here to learn more about the National Forests in North Carolina |
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Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more. |
