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Standing Indian Campground

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National Forest

National Forests in North Carolina

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.…

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Single Site: $20 per night Double Site: $40 per night

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group
  • Equestrian

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • Big Rig Friendly

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19 Reviews

F
Reviewed Jun. 17, 2023

Love!

My family (my husband, 7 year old twins and myself) love staying here. Great place to escape the summer heat! My kids love walking around the loops and playing in the river. My kids always make sure to stop by the little store to get an ice cream cone. Our dog loves it too! I enjoy staying in loop…

Site17/18, 60-80
Month of VisitJune
Mitch + Kristi N.
Reviewed Aug. 16, 2022

absolutely perfect

we loved this campground. the location is fantastic. secluded with access to awesome hiking but close enough to town to get supplies. the staff here is incredibly friendly. my only complaint is the use of generators. it was cold while we were there so i understand the need but it could get loud. we…

Site16/17
Month of VisitMay
L
Reviewed Aug. 27, 2021

Beautiful place to escape

Standing Indian is wonderful. Our site was about 30 feet away from the Nantahala river. The bathrooms and showers were spotless. Keep in mind that it’s far from any store or restaurant so bring food along. No cell service.

NOTE, do not use Google or other maps to find Standing Indian from the…

Siteloop 1 site 16
Month of VisitSeptember

Location

Standing Indian Campground is located in North Carolina

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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.

Coordinates

35.07861116 N
83.53194497 W

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