OutReserve

Standing Indian Campground

Nantahala River
River at campground
Double campsite
Hiking trail
Park Creek/Kimsey Creek trail entrance

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

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Currently open - Apr 1 to Oct 31

Sites & Availability

35 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 012, Loop: LOP1
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 013, Loop: LOP1
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 014, Loop: LOP1
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 015, Loop: LOP1
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 016, Loop: LOP1
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 017, Loop: LOP1
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 029, Loop: LOP3
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 030, Loop: LOP3
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 031, Loop: LOP3
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 032, Loop: LOP3
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 033, Loop: LOP3
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 034, Loop: LOP3
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 036, Loop: LOP3
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 038, Loop: LOP3
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 039, Loop: LOP3
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 040, Loop: LOP3
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 041, Loop: LOP3
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 042, Loop: LOP3
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 055, Loop: LOP5
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 057, Loop: LOP5
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 058, Loop: LOP5
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 059, Loop: LOP5
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 060, Loop: LOP5
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 061, Loop: LOP5
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 062, Loop: LOP5
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 064, Loop: LOP5
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 065, Loop: LOP5
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 066, Loop: LOP5
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 067, Loop: LOP5
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 068, Loop: LOP5
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 069, Loop: LOP5
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 070, Loop: LOP5
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
GPA, Loop: STANDING INDIAN CAMPGROUND
25 guests · Pet Friendly
$100.00
/ per night
GPB, Loop: STANDING INDIAN CAMPGROUND
25 guests · Pet Friendly
$100.00
/ per night
GPC, Loop: STANDING INDIAN CAMPGROUND
25 guests · Pet Friendly
$100.00
/ per night

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.

Review Summary

4.5
221 reviews
5
69.7%
154
4
19.5%
43
3
4.5%
10
2
5.4%
12
1
0.9%
2

Robert A

Verified

September 11, 2023 Stayed at: 062, Loop: LOP5

5

Hosts were very welcoming. Unfortunately a bear slashed our tent but fortunately we weren’t inside. We’ll return.

Cindi E

Verified

September 1, 2023 Stayed at: 038, Loop: LOP3

4

During our 12 day stay the end of August, there were daily encounters with bear by campers. They were not afraid of people and wandered into campsites while folks were present, broke into host outdoor refrigerators 3 times, and ransacked another host’s outdoor tent kitchen. Their presence was noted daily as they wandered throughout the campground. Our dog fortunately barked and startled it away from our site both times it tried to visit. I pray something is done to run these bears back into the hills before someone is hurt.

Mario G

Verified

July 23, 2023 Stayed at: 014, Loop: LOP1

5

Excellent tent camp sites some of which have been recently renovated with new picnic tables and small gravel to keep mud down when it rains. The bathrooms which feature hot showers were the cleanest we have ever experienced and we have been going there each summer over the past 10 years. One thing we did not enjoy is an apparent new allowance of RV's with their loud generators at sites designated for tents only.

Gregg S

Verified

July 14, 2023 Stayed at: 012, Loop: LOP1

4

Very nice, clean campsite.

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!

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.

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!!

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.

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.

Tami A

Verified

June 11, 2023 Stayed at: 036, Loop: LOP3

2

Keep in mind quite time begins at 10 pm, there are no rules about how loud campers can be prior to that time. Our neighbor campers had a PA system which was used all day and evening past 10 pm for talking and playing music. We packed up and left a day early.

Location Standing Indian Campground

Address:
Off Forest Development Rd 67
Franklin, NC, 28734
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 35.0786 / -83.5319

Elevation: 1031 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

For any questions about the campground please call the Store: 828-369-0442

General

No electric, water or sewer hookups available

General

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

General

Cash or Check only. Credit cards are not acceptable. 

General

Click here to learn more about the National Forests in North Carolina

General

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.

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