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Retta B
VerifiedJuly 2, 2026 Stayed at: 036, Loop: LOP3
Having to share a bathhouse with 60 kids from the group camp was not pleasant. All boys but they even used the girl bathrooms.
Not sure how to fix this problem.
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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.
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Campground Amenities
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- Restrooms
- Showers
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- Picnic Table
- Campfire Ring
- Firewood Available
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- River Access
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012, Loop: LOP1
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013, Loop: LOP1
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014, Loop: LOP1
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015, Loop: LOP1
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016, Loop: LOP1
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017, Loop: LOP1
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029, Loop: LOP3
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030, Loop: LOP3
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031, Loop: LOP3
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032, Loop: LOP3
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033, Loop: LOP3
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034, Loop: LOP3
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036, Loop: LOP3
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038, Loop: LOP3
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039, Loop: LOP3
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040, Loop: LOP3
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041, Loop: LOP3
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042, Loop: LOP3
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055, Loop: LOP5
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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057, Loop: LOP5
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058, Loop: LOP5
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059, Loop: LOP5
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060, Loop: LOP5
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061, Loop: LOP5
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062, Loop: LOP5
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064, Loop: LOP5
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065, Loop: LOP5
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066, Loop: LOP5
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067, Loop: LOP5
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068, Loop: LOP5
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069, Loop: LOP5
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070, Loop: LOP5
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GPA, Loop: STANDING INDIAN CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · Yes shade
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GPB, Loop: STANDING INDIAN CAMPGROUND
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GPC, Loop: STANDING INDIAN CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · Yes shade
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012, Loop: LOP1
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Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
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013, Loop: LOP1
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Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
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014, Loop: LOP1
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015, Loop: LOP1
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016, Loop: LOP1
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017, Loop: LOP1
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029, Loop: LOP3
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030, Loop: LOP3
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031, Loop: LOP3
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032, Loop: LOP3
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033, Loop: LOP3
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034, Loop: LOP3
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036, Loop: LOP3
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038, Loop: LOP3
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039, Loop: LOP3
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040, Loop: LOP3
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041, Loop: LOP3
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042, Loop: LOP3
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Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
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055, Loop: LOP5
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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057, Loop: LOP5
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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058, Loop: LOP5
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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059, Loop: LOP5
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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060, Loop: LOP5
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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061, Loop: LOP5
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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062, Loop: LOP5
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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064, Loop: LOP5
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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065, Loop: LOP5
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066, Loop: LOP5
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067, Loop: LOP5
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068, Loop: LOP5
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069, Loop: LOP5
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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070, Loop: LOP5
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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GPA, Loop: STANDING INDIAN CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · Yes shade
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GPB, Loop: STANDING INDIAN CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · Yes shade
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GPC, Loop: STANDING INDIAN CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · Yes shade
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Reviews
501 reviews
Summary
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.
Based on guest feedback
4.5
Overall rating
Based on 501 reviews
5 stars
70.5% (353)
4 stars
18.8% (94)
3 stars
4.8% (24)
2 stars
5.2% (26)
1 star
0.8% (4)
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Monelle M
VerifiedJuly 2, 2026 Stayed at: 060, Loop: LOP5
The campground is fantastic. Beautiful wooded lots. Very private and quiet. Wonderful access to hiking trails from the park. Also, beautiful areas within a half an hour. Mooney and big Laurel Falls. Albert Mountain fire tower. Pickens nose are great options. I loved the running creeks throughout the campground. Bathrooms were clean and showers had plenty of hot water. Grounds and office staff were very friendly.
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Rodney T
VerifiedJuly 5, 2026 Stayed at: 032, Loop: LOP3
Love this campground, Restrooms and showers are always clean and the grounds are always well groomed!
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Michael Y
VerifiedJuly 6, 2026 Stayed at: 041, Loop: LOP3
The campground and bathrooms were very clean. Generator noise was kept to a minimum. Staff was helpful and very nice.
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Laura M
VerifiedJuly 7, 2026 Stayed at: 068, Loop: LOP5
Loop 5 was quiet and shady away from the crowds. Sites were recently regraded so very flat and clean. Bathroom with shower available
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Laurie M
VerifiedJuly 24, 2026 Stayed at: 066, Loop: LOP5
Magical rhododendron forest ; beautiful trails into the surrounding woods where the ground is carpeted with ferns; nearby waterfalls; quiet and private; well maintained
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Jennie W
VerifiedAugust 5, 2026 Stayed at: 068, Loop: LOP5
Beautiful park!
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Gary G
VerifiedAugust 7, 2026 Stayed at: GPA, Loop: STANDING INDIAN CAMPGROUND
Great place
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holly r
VerifiedAugust 9, 2026 Stayed at: 069, Loop: LOP5
Loop 5 069
To shaded
Noise level in this campground is high
Do not like shower (1) no bench and water is not adjustable and very hot
Road is gravel and up hill
No cell service
I will not stay here again
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Brenda F
VerifiedAugust 9, 2026 Stayed at: 058, Loop: LOP5
Beautiful! Summer heat retreat! Hike a part of the AP! Well maintained and clean shower house. Some sites are in lower flat areas and some are higher up the mountain. Lower sites are spaced out in open green land. Upper sites very well placed so even if close seem to be private. Can be very noisy due to closeness and in and out traffic. Upper shower has very hot water with no way to make it comfortable. The summer temps of 50's at night and 70's during the day makes a lot of room for overlooking the few inconveniences.
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Location & Directions for Standing Indian Campground
Off Forest Development Rd 67, Franklin, NC 28734 United States
Elevation: 1,031 ft
Getting There
From Franklin, North Carolina, take U.S. Highway 64 west approximately 12 mi, 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 fo...
From Franklin, North Carolina, take U.S. Highway 64 west approximately 12 mi, 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 mi and turn right on Forest Road 67 at the Standing Indian Campground sign. This is a paved road. Go 1.7 mi and turn right into the campground.
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.
Near Great Smoky Mountains National Park
The closest entrance is: Deep Creek Entrance
Approximate drive: 32.7 mi · 56 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: October 24, 2026
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Population: 4,268
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