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Standing Indian Campground

National Forests in North Carolina, North Carolina

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As of October 2026, Standing Indian Campground is a campground in National Forests in North Carolina with 35 campsites. Standing Indian Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Standing Indian Campground is located at 35.0786° N, 83.5319° W.

people allowed on 28 of 35 sites: 5
people allowed on each of the 3 largest sites: 25

Standing Indian Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Next Available Dates

Oct 3 (1 site)Oct 4 (16 sites)Oct 5 (16 sites)

1 site open on Oct 3 at Standing Indian Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 30 September 2026, 04:00 UTC.

Campsites at Standing Indian Campground

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Standard 32
Group 3

What an RV fits

50 ft32 sites

Amenities

restrooms
showers
potable water
dump station

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, photography.

All sites at Standing Indian Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
012	LOP1	Standard	5	50 ft
013	LOP1	Standard	5	50 ft
014	LOP1	Standard	5	50 ft
015	LOP1	Standard	5	50 ft
016	LOP1	Standard	5	50 ft
017	LOP1	Standard	10	50 ft
029	LOP3	Standard	5	50 ft
030	LOP3	Standard	5	50 ft
031	LOP3	Standard	5	50 ft
032	LOP3	Standard	5	50 ft
033	LOP3	Standard	5	50 ft
034	LOP3	Standard	5	50 ft
036	LOP3	Standard	10	50 ft
038	LOP3	Standard	5	50 ft
039	LOP3	Standard	5	50 ft
040	LOP3	Standard	5	50 ft
041	LOP3	Standard	5	50 ft
042	LOP3	Standard	5	50 ft

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
055	LOP5	Standard	10	50 ft
057	LOP5	Standard	5	50 ft
058	LOP5	Standard	5	50 ft
059	LOP5	Standard	5	50 ft
060	LOP5	Standard	5	50 ft
061	LOP5	Standard	5	50 ft
062	LOP5	Standard	10	50 ft
064	LOP5	Standard	5	50 ft
065	LOP5	Standard	5	50 ft
066	LOP5	Standard	5	50 ft
067	LOP5	Standard	5	50 ft
068	LOP5	Standard	5	50 ft
069	LOP5	Standard	5	50 ft
070	LOP5	Standard	5	50 ft
GPA	STANDING INDIAN CAMPGROUND	Group	25	-
GPB	STANDING INDIAN CAMPGROUND	Group	25	-
GPC	STANDING INDIAN CAMPGROUND	Group	25	-

About Standing Indian Campground

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.

Rules and notices at Standing Indian Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Standing Indian Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

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

No electric, water or sewer hookups available

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

Cash or Check only. Credit cards are not acceptable.

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Standing Indian Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Standing Indian Campground?

Standing Indian Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 35 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Standing Indian Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Standing Indian Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Standing Indian Campground have?

Standing Indian Campground has 35 campsites.