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
Vernon T
VerifiedApril 12, 2021 • Stayed at: 067, Loop: LOP5
Campsites were good. The Bath house restrooms were updated and clean - a big plus! I didn't realize that the Nantahala actually ran through the campground. The scenery was beautiful. We hiked the Kimsey Creek Trail. It was very scenic and challenging but well worth the effort. The campground staff were very friendly and helpful. We will be back!
Ernest N C
VerifiedJanuary 2, 2021 • Stayed at: 038, Loop: LOP3
We enjoyed our first visit to Standing Indian. The campground was scenic and well maintained. Our site, #38, was large and shady. Our camp hosts kept the showers and restrooms sparkling clean. We look forward to our next visit.
Amanda G
VerifiedNovember 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 065, Loop: LOP5
Beautiful campground. We tent camped, nice wooded sites. Several hiking trails. Clean bathrooms. No cell service.
Jimmy B
VerifiedNovember 7, 2020 • Stayed at: 041, Loop: LOP3
First time camping at Standing Indian. What a nice campground. We will definitely be back. The campground hosts were outstanding and helpful.
JL A
VerifiedNovember 1, 2020 • Stayed at: 041, Loop: LOP3
Clean grounds, very hot water in showers, quiet, lovely stream with a waterfall, tons of hiking, close to town.
David D
VerifiedOctober 31, 2020 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: LOP1
Friendly Staff. Cleanest Bathrooms/Showers we have ever seen. Kudos to the Staff!
James E
VerifiedOctober 29, 2020 • Stayed at: 038, Loop: LOP3
Good place too chill
Peter V
VerifiedOctober 23, 2020 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: LOP1
Beautiful campground! The staff at the front check in were friendly and helpful.
joseph w
VerifiedOctober 22, 2020 • Stayed at: 067, Loop: LOP5
Campground looks worn and in need of improvements, it is well maintained. Has bathrooms with showers. Has water every 3-4 sites. It is a long way from the main road.
No stores nearby. Franklin or Haysville is a 20-25 mile drive up and down some BIG mountains. Good hiking in the area.
Evelyn M
VerifiedOctober 13, 2020 • Stayed at: 055, Loop: LOP5
Such a lovely place. You can do great hikes right from here. I do feel that it was not right to charge $25 for a load of firewood that was too wet to burn.
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. |
