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Recreation Region: Nantahala Ranger District

Kimsey Creek Group Campground

A pleasant setting for a group camp. It is bordered by the Nantahala River, a native trout stream, and numerous hiking trails to adjoining mountain peaks are present. Three group sites with a maximum of 25 people per site are available on a reservation basis only. Kimsey Creek Group Campground is a group area within Standing Indian Campground. Big and small game hunting occurs in the surrounding area.

General Information

April 1 - November 30

Overnight Use:
Group Site: $75 per night (10-25 people)

$75 per group site with a minimum of 10 and maximum of 25 people per site.

Nantahala RD

Address: 90 Sloan Road Franklin, NC 28734
Phone: (828) 524-6441
Hours: (Mon - Fri) 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: sm.fs.nantahalard@usda.gov

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 35.07239904

Longitude: -83.53039173

Directions

From Franklin, take US 64W for 9 miles, turn left on old US 64 and follow signs to Standing Indian Campground. Kimsey Creek Camp must be accessed through Standing Indian Campground.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are not available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated August 15, 2025