Looking to cabin camp near New Melones Lake and enjoy a rustic retreat into nature? Finding a cozy cabin in Arkansas has never been easier. Each cabin offers quick access to one or more of New Melones Lake's most popular destinations.
This recreation area is part of Degray Lake
Welcome to Lake Ouachita State Park Campground! This place is a camper's paradise, offering a mix of tent, RV, cabin, glamping, and yurt accommodations. The tent sites are particularly popular, with many of them right on the lake, providing stunning views and a peaceful atmosphere. Just be prepared to park and walk your gear to your site, but trust me, it's worth it.
The campground is packed with amenities to make your stay comfortable. You'll find electric and water hookups, clean restrooms with showers, and even a camp store where you can grab firewood, ice, and snacks. Pets are welcome, so feel free to bring your furry friends along for the adventure.
One of the standout features here is the lake itself. The water is crystal clear, perfect for swimming, kayaking, or just relaxing by the shore. The marina offers kayak and canoe rentals, and you can even take a sunset cruise for a small fee. If you're into fishing, the lake is teeming with fish, making it a great spot to cast a line.
The campground is near Hot Springs, Arkansas, so if you feel like exploring, you're just a short drive away from Bathhouse Row and the national park. But honestly, once you're here, you might not want to leave. The park's trails, beautiful lakefront sites, and friendly camp hosts make it a place you'll want to return to again and again.
So pack your bags, load up the car, and head over to Lake Ouachita State Park Campground. Whether you're here for a weekend or a longer stay, you're in for a treat. Just watch out for those crows—they're sneaky little thieves!
$12 - $40 / night
Treasure Isle RV Park is located on the banks of Lake Hamilton. There are many types of RV sites including Concrete back-in, Concrete pull thru, gravel pull thru, and lakefront sites. Amenities include: coin laundry, bath house, pool, large playground, three covered pavilions with seating and grills available for use by the park guests, and fishing piers. There are kayaks and pontoons available to rent. Come enjoy your vacation with us!
$45 - $95 / night
Arrowhead offers cabin, canoe, kayak and tube rentals, RV Sites and tent camping.
$15 - $140 / night
Whether your perfect vacation is action-packed or laid back, you’ll find everything you need at Catherine’s Landing. Conveniently situated on 400 pastoral acres with a mile of frontage on beautiful Lake Catherine just outside historic downtown Hot Springs.
Catherine’s Landing offers an ideal natural environment mixed with a range of accommodations and on-site activities that appeal to every form of traveler. Choose from RV sites with modern concrete pads, fully-furnished resort cottages, yurts for a true "Glamping" experience, or raised and bordered tent sites. Add exceptional on-site amenities, a convenient concierge at your service, a beautiful lake right outside your door, Wi-Fi and cable, and you have everything you need for your next getaway.
Arlie Moore Campground sits on the northern banks of DeGray Lake in the foothills of the Quachita Mountains. Hikers find Arlie Moore particularly inviting. In past years, the National Recreation Reservation Service selected the Arlie Moore Interpretive Trail as one of America's Top 25 Hiking Trails.
Boating, water skiing, kayaking and other water sports are the biggest draw to the lake, and a boat ramp and swimming beach are provided. The lake is also stocked with a variety of game fish, including plenty of hybrid striped bass, making it an ideal area for both boat and bank fishing. Numerous hiking and bike riding trails wind around the lake shore, including the Arlie Moore Interpretive Trail.
Boating, water skiing, kayaking and other water sports are the biggest draw to the lake, and a boat ramp and swimming beach are provided. The lake is also stocked with a variety of game fish, including plenty of hybrid striped bass, making it an ideal area for both boat and bank fishing. Numerous hiking and bike riding trails wind around the lake shore, including the Arlie Moore Interpretive Trail.
Degray Lake is one of the region's five Diamond Lakes, known for their crystal clear waters. The lake flows from the Caddo River in western Arkansas and spans 13,500 surface acres.
The DeGray Lake Resort State Park offers golf courses, tennis courts, horseback riding trails and more along the 207 miles of lake shoreline. The Ouachita National Forest and Hot Springs National Park are both located nearby.
$18 / night
Brady Mountain Campground delights visitors with its family-friendly facilities, fabulous views and idyllic placement on Arkansas's Lake Ouachita. The lake attracts visitors who come for the crystal clear waters and bountiful fishing opportunities. Click here for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.
A unique way to explore the lake is to follow the Geo-Float Trail, coined as the first water-based interpretive trail included in the National Trails System. The self-guided boat tour leads visitors on a 16-mile trip to see incredible geologic features as it stretches from the Spillway Recreation Area to Brady Mountain Recreation Area. Hikers enjoy the scenic land-based nature trail accessible from the campground. Boating, fishing and scuba diving among the remains of the flooded mountain valley are also popular here.
A unique way to explore the lake is to follow the Geo-Float Trail, coined as the first water-based interpretive trail included in the National Trails System. The self-guided boat tour leads visitors on a 16-mile trip to see incredible geologic features as it stretches from the Spillway Recreation Area to Brady Mountain Recreation Area. Hikers enjoy the scenic land-based nature trail accessible from the campground. Boating, fishing and scuba diving among the remains of the flooded mountain valley are also popular here.
Lake Ouachita sits in the heart of the Ouachita Mountains, just 10 miles west of Hot Springs National Park. The lake stems from the Ouachita River and boasts 692 miles of shoreline with 178 islands.
Head to Hot Springs National Park and enjoy a traditional bath or modern spa experience with the natural spring water.
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (501) 767-2101.
$50 / night
With two great locations right on the river, camping here with us is more than just pitching a tent! Our main camping area in Glenwood offers some sites with electric and water hook-ups. We have some parking for campers and RV’s. Each site has a picnic table, fire ring, and park style BBQ grills. And best of all, a bathhouse with full indoor plumbing, and hot showers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular cabin campsite near New Melones Lake?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near New Melones Lake is DeGray Lake Resort State Park — De Gray State Park with a 4.7-star rating from 30 reviews.
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