About Standing Indian Campground
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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
Newell C
VerifiedNovember 11, 2024 • Stayed at: 064, Loop: LOP5
Great campground and a great staff. We go several times each year. These are the best hosts of any campground we have been to.
Michael S
VerifiedNovember 11, 2024 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: LOP1
Very well-kept campground in a beautiful, quiet setting. Very clean restrooms. Nice hiking trail along the river that is kept clear of fallen trees. Dog-on-leash rule should be better enforced. Encountered three rather nasty dogs the first day.
Matthew C
VerifiedNovember 5, 2024 • Stayed at: 066, Loop: LOP5
Campground was beautiful and off the beaten path. Loop 5 is by far the most secluded which is nice if you’re tent camping. However, loop 5 should be tents only. Nobody wants to hear a generator kicking on and off at night. Loops 2, 3, & 4 are all out in the open, which while pretty gives no privacy at all. Loop 1 is on or near the river which is nice. Tent campers should go with loop 5 or 1 if you choose to visit. I will not be visiting this camp ground again only due to the bathhouses being so bad. Showers were awful and push button showers, so you have to keep pressing the button every 5 seconds or the water will shut off. There no place at all to place your stuff anywhere in the bathhouse and the floors were always wet. If the campground would renovate their bathhouse then I might consider camping here again.
ann W
VerifiedOctober 21, 2024 • Stayed at: 065, Loop: LOP5
Rainy or Cold? Doesn't matter. We have never had a bad experience here. Been coming for 13 years now. Our kids love it. We always stay in the far loop (Loop 5 or E). If you have young kids, stay closer to the beginning of the loop. We were further towards the top this past time, made the walk to the bathroom a little further than they could handle. Clean bathrooms. Great trails and creeks to explore in. Wonderful camp hosts.
Newell C
VerifiedOctober 1, 2024 • Stayed at: 064, Loop: LOP5
One of the best campgrounds in the area and an outstanding staff of hosts.
Mark O
VerifiedSeptember 23, 2024 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: LOP3
Beautiful place! Very family friendly!
Jessica B
VerifiedAugust 22, 2024 • Stayed at: 039, Loop: LOP3
Beautiful place to disconnect and enjoy cool mountain temperatures.
A&E B
VerifiedJuly 25, 2024 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: LOP1
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
VerifiedJuly 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: LOP1
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
VerifiedJuly 15, 2024 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: LOP1
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
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. |
