423-487-0014 (call) or 423-608-0149 (call or text)

Standing Bear Farm Hikers' Hostel

Standing Bear Farm Hikers' HostelStanding Bear Farm Hikers' HostelStanding Bear Farm Hikers' HostelStanding Bear Farm Hikers' Hostel

Rustic Appalachian Trail Lodging.

A great place to stop, relax, and take in the ambience of the trail!

423-487-0014 (call) or 423-608-0149 (call or text)

Standing Bear Farm Hikers' Hostel

Standing Bear Farm Hikers' HostelStanding Bear Farm Hikers' HostelStanding Bear Farm Hikers' HostelStanding Bear Farm Hikers' Hostel

Rustic Appalachian Trail Lodging.

A great place to stop, relax, and take in the ambience of the trail!

About Us

In the heart of the Smoky Mountains surrounded by Cherokee National Forest lies Standing Bear Farm, a turn of the century multi-generational farmstead  including the original homestead, barns, outbuildings and farmhouse. The outbuildings have now been converted to a bunkhouse and cabin where we offer rustic lodging to hikers and others interested in stepping back from today's hectic lifestyle to a time in America's past when life in rural back-country Appalachia was considered the "good life".   


We are located 3 miles north of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park only 200 yards from the Appalachian Trail.


Shuttles are available. For scheduling and quotes, please contact Maria at 4234870014 (call) or 4236080149 (call or text). Shuttles are cash only. Parking is also available at our location for $5/vehicle/day cash or Venmo on arrival. ATM now available on site as of 2025!

Our Facilities

    Services

    Lodging

     We are first-come, first-served in Northbound thru hiking season (March 15 through May 15), however, reservations are available at all other times of the year by contacting us via phone 4234870014 (Call) or 4236080149 (Call or Text). Hike or drive-in. Business hours: 8am-8pm. Open year round and on holidays. Call ahead if arriving early in the morning or late at night. 

    Shuttles and Kenneling

     We offer shuttles to various locations on and off the trail. Please call at 4234870014 or call/text us at 4236080149 for prices and scheduling or you may email to get a price quote. Price varies based on party size, distance, and road conditions and closures. Shuttles are cash only.  Give us a call to inquire about our kenneling and shuttle service for your furry friends that are not allowed in the GSMNP.  

    Parking is $5/vehicle/day paid cash or Venmo on arrival. 

    Resupply

    Mail-drops

    We have trail-foods and ready-to-make foods available on site for all your hiking needs. We also have a camp fuel for sale as well as toiletries and other trail essentials. Restock on essential food items to get you on to Hot Springs (northbound) or through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park (southbound). We also have items to cook on hand such as pizzas, burgers, and much more! Looking to quench the thirst built over many hard trodden miles? We've got you covered with sodas, electrolyte drinks, and beer! 

    Mail-drops

    Hammock and Tent Camping

    Mail-drops

    Mail-drops can be sent to: 4255 Green Corner Rd Hartford, TN 37753. Please put hiker's name/trailname and expected arrival date on package. We charge $5/package pickup at our location, however it is complementary with stay. 

    Hammock and Tent Camping

    Hammock and Tent Camping

    Hammock and Tent Camping

    We have a limited number of hammock and tent sites at our location. Tent sites will vary in price by party and tent size. 

    Questions?

    Hammock and Tent Camping

    Hammock and Tent Camping

    Please call Maria at (423) 487-0014 or call/text on her cell at (423) 608-0149. Or Email Ian at: StandingBearIan@gmail.com

    Price List

    Lodging

    $5 discount for all those who stay with us who are willing to perform a 30 minute chore. All accommodations come with provided sheets and towels, use of the kitchen, shower, and laundry faculties as well as internet access.

    Bunkhouse

    $25/person/night

    Sleeping mat provided with clean sheets. Provide your own blanket or sleeping bag. 

    Rustic Cabin

    $40/person/night

    Fully furnished with blankets, pillows, heat, and fans. Sleeps up to six. Two double beds and two single beds in loft accessible via ladder. 


    Private Accommodations

    Our private accommodations offer rooms for couples and groups. *denotes when available

    Tree-house

    $80/couple $50/single* $35/person with 3 or more

    Our country deux tree-house with upper and lower rooms overlooking the creek for groups or separate couples. 

    Creek House and Smokehouse

    $80/couple $50/single* $35/person with 3 or more.

    Newly renovated Creek House and Smokehouse  rooms that each sleep up to 3 people (one double and one single bed in bunk bed setup).  Features a semi-private deck on the creek with electric wall heat and a fan for the hot summer nights. 

    Lower Buggy Barn

    $80/couple $50/single*

    This recently refurbished addition to the farm was made in part from pieces of the old chicken coop/buggy barn that was a part of the original country homestead. With a private deck on the creek, you'll be soothed to sleep by the babbling brook that runs year round. Two beds one queen one pullout sleeper single. Sleeps 3. 

    Upper Buggy Barn

    $100/couple $60/single* $40/person with 3 or more

    Formerly the chicken coop of the old farmstead, this accommodation has a private deck overlooking the creek along with two full sized beds (one queen, one pullout couch sleeper queen) Sleeps 4+

    Standing Bear Farm Hikers' Hostel

    4255 Green Corner Road Hartford, TN 37753

    423-487-0014 (call) or 423-608-0149 (call or text)

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