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
Merrily S
VerifiedApril 24, 2021 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: LOP1
Camp Ground was clean and well kept. Two very lovely water falls not far. And lots of trails, well maintained for the most part.
Mark E
VerifiedApril 17, 2021 • Stayed at: GPC, Loop: STANDING INDIAN CAMPGROUND
Group C site was great- across a small creek that separated us from the rest of the individual sites- shared pit toilets with another group site but were quite far from them. Nice creek running on both sides.
Mark E
VerifiedApril 17, 2021 • Stayed at: GPC, Loop: STANDING INDIAN CAMPGROUND
Group C site was great- across a small creek that separated us from the rest of the individual sites- shared pit toilets with another group site but were quite far from them. Nice creek running on both sides.
William B
VerifiedApril 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 065, Loop: LOP5
Beautiful mountain laurel surrounding our campsite.
Linda G
VerifiedApril 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: LOP1
We had an absolutely wonderful experience. It was our first stay at Dtanding Indian. It is a clean, peaceful, beautiful setting. And, we had nice weather. The area is well maintained and the people are friendly. Campsites are nicely spaced -- you don't feel like you are on top of other campers. We highly recommend Standing Indian and will be returning.
William B
VerifiedApril 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 065, Loop: LOP5
Beautiful mountain laurel surrounding our campsite.
Linda G
VerifiedApril 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: LOP1
We had an absolutely wonderful experience. It was our first stay at Dtanding Indian. It is a clean, peaceful, beautiful setting. And, we had nice weather. The area is well maintained and the people are friendly. Campsites are nicely spaced -- you don't feel like you are on top of other campers. We highly recommend Standing Indian and will be returning.
Mary R
VerifiedApril 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 057, Loop: LOP5
Wonderful place! Will be back!
Mary R
VerifiedApril 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 057, Loop: LOP5
Wonderful place! Will be back!
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!
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
