Kimsey Creek Group Camp Site A

Great Smoky Mountains

Great Smoky Mountains

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Campground: Kimsey Creek Group Camp Site A.

Location

Kimsey Creek Group Camp Site A•NC

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Common questions about Kimsey Creek Group Camp Site A

Is Kimsey Creek Group Camp Site A free to camp at?

Yes. Kimsey Creek Group Camp Site A in NC is a free camp, so there is no nightly fee to stay. There is no booking system for it, so plan on first in, best dressed, especially on long weekends. Free camps fill up fastest in school holidays, so have a fallback in mind.

Can you book Kimsey Creek Group Camp Site A online?

We hold no online booking link for Kimsey Creek Group Camp Site A, so it is not bookable through this page. For sites like this, turning up early in the day is the surest way to get a spot, particularly in peak season.

Where is Kimsey Creek Group Camp Site A?

Kimsey Creek Group Camp Site A sits in NC. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

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Kimsey Creek Group Camp Sites B & C

Campground: Kimsey Creek Group Camp Sites B & C.

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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.