Standing Indian Campground

Nantahala River
River at campground
Double campsite
Hiking trail
Park Creek/Kimsey Creek trail entrance

Featured amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
River Access River Access
Showers Showers

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

35 total sites

RV Sites

32 sites

Tent Sites

3 sites

About Standing Indian Campground

Whether traveling with an RV or tent, Standing Indian Campground is a prime place to stop for a night or spend several days in the picturesque Nantahala National Forest. The campground's many amenities provide a comfortable home base for exploring this fun and historic section of the forest. Standing Indian is located within a 20-minute drive of Franklin, North Carolina.

Number of accommodations: 35

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
Jan
Feb
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Currently open - Apr 1 to Oct 31

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
River Access River Access
Showers Showers
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
  • Showers
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • Campfire Ring
  • Firewood Available
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
Missing information?

Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

35 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 012, Loop: LOP1 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 013, Loop: LOP1 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 014, Loop: LOP1 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 015, Loop: LOP1 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: LOP1 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 017, Loop: LOP1 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 029, Loop: LOP3 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 030, Loop: LOP3 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 031, Loop: LOP3 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 032, Loop: LOP3 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 033, Loop: LOP3 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 034, Loop: LOP3 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 036, Loop: LOP3 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 038, Loop: LOP3 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 039, Loop: LOP3 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 040, Loop: LOP3 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 041, Loop: LOP3 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 042, Loop: LOP3 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 055, Loop: LOP5 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 057, Loop: LOP5 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 058, Loop: LOP5 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 059, Loop: LOP5 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 060, Loop: LOP5 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 061, Loop: LOP5 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 062, Loop: LOP5 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 064, Loop: LOP5 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 065, Loop: LOP5 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 066, Loop: LOP5 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 067, Loop: LOP5 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 068, Loop: LOP5 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 069, Loop: LOP5 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 070, Loop: LOP5 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
GPA, Loop: STANDING INDIAN CAMPGROUND Tent
25 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
GPB, Loop: STANDING INDIAN CAMPGROUND Tent
25 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
GPC, Loop: STANDING INDIAN CAMPGROUND Tent
25 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available

Reviews (488)

What Guests Are Saying

Standing Indian Campground offers a beautiful and well-maintained setting with spacious, private sites and excellent access to hiking trails. Reviews highlight the cleanliness of the bathrooms and the helpfulness of the friendly staff. While some campers noted issues with noise and wet firewood, the overall experience is positive, with many expressing a desire to return.

Review Summary

4.5
488 reviews
5
70.3%
343
4
18.9%
92
3
4.9%
24
2
5.1%
25
1
0.8%
4

Mark O

Verified

September 23, 2024 Stayed at: 031, Loop: LOP3

5

Beautiful place! Very family friendly!

Mark O

Verified

September 23, 2024 Stayed at: 031, Loop: LOP3

5

Beautiful place! Very family friendly!

Jessica B

Verified

August 22, 2024 Stayed at: 039, Loop: LOP3

3

Beautiful place to disconnect and enjoy cool mountain temperatures.

Jessica B

Verified

August 22, 2024 Stayed at: 039, Loop: LOP3

3

Beautiful place to disconnect and enjoy cool mountain temperatures.

A&E B

Verified

July 25, 2024 Stayed at: 016, Loop: LOP1

4

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

Verified

July 25, 2024 Stayed at: 016, Loop: LOP1

4

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

Verified

July 16, 2024 Stayed at: 016, Loop: LOP1

5

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.

Anthony H

Verified

July 16, 2024 Stayed at: 016, Loop: LOP1

5

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.

Melisa S

Verified

July 15, 2024 Stayed at: 012, Loop: LOP1

5

We always enjoy our stay on the mountain where it's so much cooler!!! Peaceful and quiet. Only suggestion I have is to limit generators to 8 pm. Very annoying to listen to the loud rattling ones until 10 pm. The noise is heard throughout the loop.

Melisa S

Verified

July 15, 2024 Stayed at: 012, Loop: LOP1

5

We always enjoy our stay on the mountain where it's so much cooler!!! Peaceful and quiet. Only suggestion I have is to limit generators to 8 pm. Very annoying to listen to the loud rattling ones until 10 pm. The noise is heard throughout the loop.

Location Standing Indian Campground

Address:
Off Forest Development Rd 67
Franklin, NC, 28734
United States

Highway access

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.

Elevation: 1031 feet

Distance to downtown

17 mi drive to downtown Franklin (about 25 min)

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: September 9, 2026

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