$26
Standing Indian
Closed for the season
Total sites: 77
Booking Window: 6 months
Season Opens: Apr 1, 2026
Booking Window: 6 months
Season Opens: Apr 1, 2026
3,381 ft
54°F
35°F
35°F
no signal
National Forests in North Carolina › Nantahala Ranger District › North Carolina
› Macon County
› Franklin
› Standing Indian Campground
Standing Indian Campground, NC - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map
Standing Indian Campground is located in the Nantahala Ranger District, National Forests in North Carolina (1 hr 46 min north of Gainesville, GA) with an elevation of 3,381 feet. There are a total of 77 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to the end of October. 74 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $20.00 to $75.00. Some amenities include amphitheater. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
Campsite Reviews (225)
4.5 out of 5
| 5 star | 68% | |
| 4 star | 19% | |
| 3 star | 5% | |
| 2 star | 5% | |
| 1 star | 1% |
@SamB6988985 · Camped on Oct 22, 2025 at Campsite #55
Camp staff were very nice. Campground well kept and clean. Bathrooms and showers very clean. Loop 5 has the most secluded sites. Recreation.gov said no dump station but there is a dump station for GREY water ONLY. Group sites well kept with large circular rock fire pits. I agree with other campers that have commented, the camp firewood was not dry and gave off excessive smoke. The only negative was the smell of the pit toilets while staying on group sites A, B and C. The toilets themselves were clean but if the wind blew in a certain direction the smell was pretty strong. Overall, it is a really nice campground run by really nice people.
No Service
@TeresaH3357633 · Camped on Oct 17, 2025 at Campsite #69
Dogs hauling cars coming around loop.5 all hours loudly ans lights shining in camper .
Good
@LukeRA35C7DAB6 · Camped on Oct 15, 2025 at Campsite #59
Great campground and hosts. Will be back again.
No Service
@GayCD556267F1B · Camped on Oct 13, 2025 at Campsite #65
One of our favorites because off the lovely folks who man the store year after year. Over the last 15 or so years, we have come to feel they are family. This year we actually were able to connect with them as they enjoyed a reunion. Our grandchildren are now grown, but we and our church groups continue to come. Many thanks! The Carters
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@PatsyR8361454 · Camped on Oct 10, 2025 at Campsite #15
Loved campsite and hikes. Showers clean abd nice. Firewood sold was green and wet.
No Service
@TimothyL290617 · Camped on Oct 7, 2025 at Campsite #68
My favorite campground in N.C. Well maintained. And for car camping it is great in that there are nice buffers between the sites especially in the upper loop. Nice and helpful hosts.
@NathanK8331968 · Camped on Oct 5, 2025 at Campsite #55
We had so much fun! The camp ground was clean and the hosts were so friendly! We cant wait to come back!!
No Service
@johnc3063297 · Camped on Oct 3, 2025 at Campsite #38
Its a nice camp ground. the camp host was very nice
No Service
@AlishaS867F626 · Camped on Sep 19, 2025 at Campsite #65
Pretty campground. Agree with other reviews that loop 5 is most private. Loops 2-4 are in wide open fields. Camp store has wood, ice, some novelty desserts, and souvenirs.
No Service
@PamI3B36EBB231 · Camped on Sep 11, 2025 at Campsite #70
We thoroughly enjoyed our time here. We stayed four days and three nights. One of the many things we loved was the access to many trails, including the Appalachian Trail. Also, being close to Franklin was a plus. We highly recommend this campground!
@455E7E6A7FDB4D · Camped on Sep 7, 2025 at Campsite #31
Level easy access sites. Most sites have lots of room, no crowding.
No Service
@Christoph82403 · Camped on Aug 15, 2025 at Campsite #39
The campground was great. Well kept and the staff was super nice. The firewood was all wet though. Also, not a negative at all, there is no cell service within 20 minutes ride of the place.
No Service
@MarthaS1892135 · Camped on Aug 14, 2025 at Campsite #69
Loved our private site. The warm shower was unexpected and appreciated! Great hiking in area. First time camping there and will be back.
No Service
@stuartdA752540 · Camped on Aug 11, 2025 at Campsite #58
Good campground plan on coming back.
No Service
@KurthCC0A2E490 · Camped on Aug 10, 2025 at Campsite #13
Always a great place, peaceful, natural, rejuvinating.
No Service
@StevenC2003509 · Camped on Jul 28, 2025 at Campsite #14
What a pleasant camping experience despite the afternoon T-storms. We stayed in site 14 loop A in a 21 Coachmen Nova. Site was perfectly level no leveling needed. Site was spotless and all equipment functional. Camp host friendly and helpful in information about trails. Camp store well stocked and provided a handmade trail map that was a bit difficult to follow but served us ok. Restroom and bath house exceptional and very clean.There is NO cell service period but there is satellite texting possible if you have the latest update, who knew?The variety of site configurations is nice if you want open, pull thru or secluded. Several double sites in each loop. Highly recommend Standing Indian so much that we convinced ourselves to return two weeks later this August.
No Service
@JudyM6637149 · Camped on Jul 25, 2025 at Campsite #16
This is the best spot to camp! Big sites- friendly & helpful hosts- beautiful surroundings- cleanest bathrooms anywhere! You wont be disappointed!
No Service
@JudyM6637149 · Camped on Jul 23, 2025 at Campsite #12
This is the best campground ever! It is beautiful - maintained so well- hosts are super friendly & helpful - bathrooms & showers are cleanest ever- campsites excellent!
No Service
@BillS4028348 · Camped on Jul 21, 2025 at Campsite #14
The hosts are so friendly we having been going here for many years and always live it
No Service
@MarkM2223984 · Camped on Jul 18, 2025 at Campsite #41
The campground was very clean and very quiet. We were very impressed with the staff for their knowledge, hard work, and keeping the grounds safe. We will definitely be back.
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@SueA3796340 · Camped on Jul 13, 2025 at Campsite #12
There was a noticeable improvement in the sites with new gravel and grading so that they appeared more level. It would be nice if there was easier access from the bridge down to the river
No Service
@DavidAAAB8CDCC · Camped on Jun 15, 2025 at Campsite #34
Had a wonderful time staff was great
No Service
@RobertC4745893 · Camped on Jun 13, 2025 at Campsite #59
Both couples had a relaxing vacation. It was a little hike to the restroom for these retired people but we survived. Weather was cool, with daily rain showers. We took trip to Hiawassee GA and day trip to Helen GA. Not too far to drive. All in all it was a great stay we will be back.
No Service
@SueKE86B7DFBBF · Camped on Jun 5, 2025 at Campsite #64
As always, could not have been better! Great hosts, clean restrooms.
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