Standing Indian Campground

OFF FOREST DEVELOPMENT RD 67
FRANKLIN, NC 28734

Overview

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.

Recreation

The Standing Indian Basin is a premier hiking destination. The campground provides access to numerous trails, including the world-famous Appalachian Trail, which journeys from Georgia to Maine.

Visitors who wish to get their feet wet can experience the Nantahala River, well-known for whitewater rafting, kayaking and trout fishing (fishing license required).

Big and small game hunting is available in the surrounding area.

Facilities

The campground has four loops with sites available first-come, first-served or by reservation. Sites are equipped with campfire rings, grills, lantern posts and picnic tables, and are in close proximity to drinking water, flush toilets and showers. A dump station is nearby. The campground also has a group camping area, Kimsey Creek.

Natural Features

The campground is surrounded by 5,000' peaks and crossed by several natural streams. It sits at an elevation of 3,880 feet at the headwaters of the scenic Nantahala River, amidst lush forests of evergreen trees and rhododendrons.

Charges & Cancellations

There is not a premium type site available but there is some nonelectric double site that is $40.00 per night.

Camp site features

Across 81 camp sites:

Pets allowed: all 81 sites
Group sites: 3 of 81 sites
Longest RV: 50 ft
Largest party: 25 people

Fees

Group sites is correct, single sites is correct, need to add a double site to replace the premium type site and the double site cost is $40.00

Directions

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.

Stay Limit

Check in from 2 PM, check out by 1 PM.

Reviews

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Luis F

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Reviewed 11 days ago

Love it first time here will be back

Shannon A

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Reviewed 12 days ago

Very nice campground when you're wanting to be in the woods listening to the creek. No cell service, no power.

melanie h

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Reviewed 12 days ago

This campground was awesome as always. Well maintained, quiet, facilities always clean. We will keep coming back!

Tim C

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Reviewed 14 days ago

restrooms were very clean

Jeremy P

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Reviewed 17 days ago

Great campground, spaced out with good privacy. Showers were nice and all other firewood was available to us. Enjoyed the hiking nearby from the campground.

Terry W

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Reviewed 18 days ago

It was our second time staying at Standing Indian and we had a wonderful time. Our reserved campsite wasn’t big enough but the camp host was very helpful and found the perfect alternative site. It’s one of the most beautiful campgrounds I’ve ever been to.

Availability

See the Camp Sites section below to find detailed booking availability.

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