Standing Indian Campground
Nantahala National Forest
Write a Review National Forest Road Franklin, NC 28734 828-524-6441 828-257-4200 Reservations: 877-444-6777 Official WebsiteGPS: 35.0773, -83.5297
Overview of Standing Indian Campground
Last Price Paid: $10
Reported by Patty t on 5/7/2021
Longest RV Reported: 40 feet (Fifth Wheel)
Reported by WhatsAroundTheNextBend on 10/7/2020
Number of Sites 78
Reservations yes
Elevation 3,379 ft / 1,029 m
Max Stay 14
Tent Camping Yes
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Reviews of Standing Indian Campground 5 people have reviewed this location.
“Great spot in the Nantahala National Forest”
Reviewed 5/30/2022
| Days stayed: | 3 |
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| Site Number: | 29 |
Overall Rating
This is a great campground. Sites are large and about half are reservable and the others are FF. Bathrooms were spotless and the little camp store had all the main necessities if you needed it. There is no cell coverage for a few miles before you even get to the campground. There are no electric sites even though it looks like they hav... more
This is a great campground. Sites are large and about half are reservable and the others are FF. Bathrooms were spotless and the little camp store had all the main necessities if you needed it. There is no cell coverage for a few miles before you even get to the campground. There are no electric sites even though it looks like they have the infrastructures to might add that in the future. Can only recommend to go on the wayah rd towards Bryson city, beautiful road along the river.
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Moni would stay here again
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“Lots of different site options depending on how much privacy vs space you want - great hiking trails”
Reviewed 5/7/2021
| Nightly rate: | $10 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 46 |
| RV Length: | 21' (Class B) |
Overall Rating
Park is pretty easy to get to as long as you're comfortable with mountain roads and hairpin turns. Didn't see too many big Class A's but there were a number of large 5th wheels and TTs. Nice tree cover in loop 2 but still got some sun. This is apparently a well guarded secret by the locals and certain prime sites (i.e. 13) get booke... more
Park is pretty easy to get to as long as you're comfortable with mountain roads and hairpin turns. Didn't see too many big Class A's but there were a number of large 5th wheels and TTs. Nice tree cover in loop 2 but still got some sun.
This is apparently a well guarded secret by the locals and certain prime sites (i.e. 13) get booked way in advance, but since about half of the sites are First Available, we were still able to find a nice site on a weekend. We looked at sites in loop 5, but while they were more private b/c there were more trees and bushes between sites, the sites are smaller and the larger groups of mostly tent campers were actually much closer together, so we chose site 46 in loop 2 for a bit more space and distance between camp fires. Site 46 was directly across from one of the trails by the river and one of the openings to the river, so lots of foot and bike traffic, but nothing bothersome. Lots of nice trails for varying hiking levels, or it's also just relaxing to sit outside and listen to the river and birds.
Bathrooms are in each loop and consist of a single stall toilet/sink room one each for men and women and then 2 shower rooms. They were very clean. Campground hosts were very nice and friendly. In talking to one of our site neighbors who come often, the hosts have been hosting for many years and definitely keep a lid on after hour noise and out of control campers, which is nice to know.
No Verizon coverage even with a booster.
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Patty t would stay here again
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“Beautiful campground with great hiking”
Reviewed 10/7/2020
| Nightly rate: | $20 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 16 |
| RV Length: | 40' (Fifth Wheel) |
Overall Rating
Really nice sites, site 16 was directly across from the river which made for pleasant background sounds. Lots of great hiking trails right from the campground.
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WhatsAroundTheNextBend would stay here again
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“Lovely Location Near Trails”
Reviewed 8/14/2018
| Nightly rate: | $20 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 78 |
| RV Length: | 22' (Class C) |
Overall Rating
This campground is outside of Franklin near the Appalachian Trail. That was the main appeal for us, as we did not bring a toad. We could access trails very easily from the campground. We have a 21 foot class C. There are several loops to choose from. Most are paved access, but we chose the last section which was a gravel road. It was n... more
This campground is outside of Franklin near the Appalachian Trail. That was the main appeal for us, as we did not bring a toad. We could access trails very easily from the campground. We have a 21 foot class C. There are several loops to choose from. Most are paved access, but we chose the last section which was a gravel road. It was no problem for our small rig, but I wouldn't take a class A or trailer on that loop as the turns are tight. Campsites are tidy with fire rings and lantern posts. No hook-ups at all in the campground. There are bathrooms with showers and a dump station (which is easy to miss as it is outside the campground). There is no coverage at all for AT&T. There are water spigots and water at the dump station. We did not need air conditioning there in August, which was pretty cool! (Pun intended!) In the first, bigger loop, there was not much for privacy, but we were pleased with the separation of sites in the gravel loop. I think you would also get more privacy in the loop near the creek. Quiet hours are 10-6. Lots of camp hosts on site. Trash cans are easily accessible. I gave this four stars only because the price seemed a bit high for no hook-ups on USFS land. Otherwise, it was lovely.
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The Dream Machine would stay here again
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“Beautiful location, well kept campground. ”
Reviewed 8/13/2018
| Nightly rate: | $20 |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
| Site Number: | 15 |
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Close to the river and multiple hiking trails, this was a great location. I definitely appreciated that the bathrooms were kept so well cleaned, too.
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Heather would stay here again
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Amenities
Hookups
- dry camping
Recreation
- fishing
- picnic area
- recreation trail
Site Amenities
- fire ring
- picnic table
Facilities
- dump station
- group sites
- showers
- trash
- water available
Pets
- pets
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