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

Laura S

Verified

June 18, 2023 Stayed at: GPA, Loop: STANDING INDIAN CAMPGROUND

5

Standing Indian is one of our favorite campouts. The hiking is amazing and the campground picturesque.

We were disappointed that in the other group sites (right next to our group site) there were RVs - their generator noise & smell took away from our experience.

We were in site A. The site is supposed to hold 20 people, however there are only 2 picnic tables - which comfortably hold 6-8 each. The addition of 2 picnic tables would be much appreciated.

The bathrooms - both the pit toilets & the full showers and toilets were immaculate.

Laura S

Verified

June 18, 2023 Stayed at: GPA, Loop: STANDING INDIAN CAMPGROUND

5

Standing Indian is one of our favorite campouts. The hiking is amazing and the campground picturesque.

We were disappointed that in the other group sites (right next to our group site) there were RVs - their generator noise & smell took away from our experience.

We were in site A. The site is supposed to hold 20 people, however there are only 2 picnic tables - which comfortably hold 6-8 each. The addition of 2 picnic tables would be much appreciated.

The bathrooms - both the pit toilets & the full showers and toilets were immaculate.

Benny P

Verified

June 27, 2023 Stayed at: 061, Loop: LOP5

2

This place is pretty but nothing short of an out of control three ring circus. Loud adults, screaming kids, music playing (even an electric guitar), setting up in the middle of the night, chopping/splitting wood all night, over-occupancy in sites.....I left 2 days early, just couldn't take 3-4 hours sleep every night. I won't be back again.

Benny P

Verified

June 27, 2023 Stayed at: 061, Loop: LOP5

2

This place is pretty but nothing short of an out of control three ring circus. Loud adults, screaming kids, music playing (even an electric guitar), setting up in the middle of the night, chopping/splitting wood all night, over-occupancy in sites.....I left 2 days early, just couldn't take 3-4 hours sleep every night. I won't be back again.

Steve P

Verified

June 30, 2023 Stayed at: 034, Loop: LOP3

5

Great campground - quiet with very clean restrooms! Great hiking close by and the creek runs through the campground. Highly recommend!!

Steve P

Verified

June 30, 2023 Stayed at: 034, Loop: LOP3

5

Great campground - quiet with very clean restrooms! Great hiking close by and the creek runs through the campground. Highly recommend!!

Stephanie B

Verified

July 4, 2023 Stayed at: 012, Loop: LOP1

5

Great park!! We were on sites 12 and 13, it rained all week and it made it obvious that those sites could use some extra love. Need to fix drainage issues, put new gravel, and replace the concrete tables (so low to the ground my six foot husband couldn’t even sit at the table.

Stephanie B

Verified

July 4, 2023 Stayed at: 012, Loop: LOP1

5

Great park!! We were on sites 12 and 13, it rained all week and it made it obvious that those sites could use some extra love. Need to fix drainage issues, put new gravel, and replace the concrete tables (so low to the ground my six foot husband couldn’t even sit at the table.

Michael N

Verified

July 8, 2023 Stayed at: 057, Loop: LOP5

5

We stayed in the tent section site 57. It was clean upon arrival and convenient to the bath house while still having some privacy to the sites around it. We only stayed one night as we were traveling through but we will definitely return for another stay!

Michael N

Verified

July 8, 2023 Stayed at: 057, Loop: LOP5

5

We stayed in the tent section site 57. It was clean upon arrival and convenient to the bath house while still having some privacy to the sites around it. We only stayed one night as we were traveling through but we will definitely return for another stay!

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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