About Standing Indian Campground
Number of accommodations: 35
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Reviews (455)
What Guests Are Saying
Standing Indian Campground is a well-maintained and beautiful location, appreciated for its spacious campsites, clean facilities, and peaceful atmosphere. Visitors enjoy the remoteness, access to hiking trails, and the friendly staff, making it a favorite destination for many. However, some campers noted issues like locked restrooms, wet firewood, and occasional generator noise, but overall, experiences remain positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Standing Indian Campground is a well-maintained and beautiful location, appreciated for its spacious campsites, clean facilities, and peaceful atmosphere. Visitors enjoy the remoteness, access to hiking trails, and the friendly staff, making it a favorite destination for many. However, some campers noted issues like locked restrooms, wet firewood, and occasional generator noise, but overall, experiences remain positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
Review Summary
ann W
VerifiedOctober 21, 2024 • Stayed at: 065, Loop: LOP5
Rainy or Cold? Doesn't matter. We have never had a bad experience here. Been coming for 13 years now. Our kids love it. We always stay in the far loop (Loop 5 or E). If you have young kids, stay closer to the beginning of the loop. We were further towards the top this past time, made the walk to the bathroom a little further than they could handle. Clean bathrooms. Great trails and creeks to explore in. Wonderful camp hosts.
Newell C
VerifiedOctober 1, 2024 • Stayed at: 064, Loop: LOP5
One of the best campgrounds in the area and an outstanding staff of hosts.
Newell C
VerifiedOctober 1, 2024 • Stayed at: 064, Loop: LOP5
One of the best campgrounds in the area and an outstanding staff of hosts.
Mark O
VerifiedSeptember 23, 2024 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: LOP3
Beautiful place! Very family friendly!
Mark O
VerifiedSeptember 23, 2024 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: LOP3
Beautiful place! Very family friendly!
Jessica B
VerifiedAugust 22, 2024 • Stayed at: 039, Loop: LOP3
Beautiful place to disconnect and enjoy cool mountain temperatures.
Jessica B
VerifiedAugust 22, 2024 • Stayed at: 039, Loop: LOP3
Beautiful place to disconnect and enjoy cool mountain temperatures.
A&E B
VerifiedJuly 25, 2024 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: LOP1
The camp ground is well run by a group of conscientious volunteers who truly care for the facility and the campers. they are polite and very willing to be of assistance if needed. The bathroom facilities are clean and well stocked. this was our 2nd time at Standing Indian and we do plan to come back!! Thank you guys!
A&E B
VerifiedJuly 25, 2024 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: LOP1
The camp ground is well run by a group of conscientious volunteers who truly care for the facility and the campers. they are polite and very willing to be of assistance if needed. The bathroom facilities are clean and well stocked. this was our 2nd time at Standing Indian and we do plan to come back!! Thank you guys!
Anthony H
VerifiedJuly 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: LOP1
Great campground in a fantastic location, run by wonderful people. The setting simply can't be beat. If you like large sites, on or near a river, in the high altitude mountains in the middle of a national forest, with great trails and waterfalls all around, this is the place for you. And the people who watch over the campground and store are wonderful and informative.
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.
The campground is accessible via U.S. Highway 64, which is approximately 12 miles from Franklin, North Carolina, and connects to State Route 1448 (West Old Murphy Road) leading to the campground.
Latitude & Longitude: 35.0786 / -83.5319
Elevation: 1031 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- Contact the store for any campground inquiries.
Utilities
- No hookups for electric, water, or sewer are available at this campground.
Site capacity
- Sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis, with potential reservable options outside the reservation season.
Fees & deposits
- Only cash or checks are accepted for payment; credit cards are not allowed.
General
- Click here to learn more about the National Forests in North Carolina
Fires & fuel
- Do not move firewood; obtain it locally to protect forests from pests.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
