Fishing from your site, paddling out on the lake, or launching a boat from the on-property ramp: Catherine's Landing on Lake Catherine gives campers direct water access that shapes the entire stay. The 400-acre property runs about a mile of lakeshore, and waterfront sites let you fish from the back of your pad. Reviewers consistently flag sites 101, 102, and 103 as the closest to the water, while sites 270, 271, and 275 tend to draw campers who want more spacing between neighbors.
All roads and sites are paved, and the park accommodates rigs up to 50 feet with full hookups including 50/30 amp electric, water, sewer, and cable. Shade is limited on many interior sites since the trees are still young, so campers who want canopy cover should prioritize waterfront spots. Cell service runs thin, with most visitors reporting one to two bars on major carriers, though the WiFi handles streaming on weekdays and slows noticeably on busy weekend evenings.
Beyond the water, the property stacks up activities: a pool open until 10 p.m., a ropes course, disc golf, hiking trails, kayak and boat rentals, a catch-and-release pond, and a dog park. Lori C. notes that "the grounds crew is really amazing, cleaning every site thoroughly before the next camper arrives," and the bathrooms and showers draw consistent praise for cleanliness. Laundry runs $1.50 per load. Accommodations range from RV sites to tent sites in a separate grassy meadow, plus yurts and cottages.
Hot Springs sits about eight miles away and adds substantial day-trip range, from Hot Springs National Park hiking to the bathhouse district. Nearby alternatives include Paradise Camp and Five Points Lake Hamilton for campers weighing places to camp near Hot Springs. Reservations are available and pets are welcome. Catherine's Landing is a strong fit for RV travelers who want resort-level infrastructure alongside genuine lake access.
Description
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.
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Map & DirectionsCatherine's Landing is located in Arkansas near Hot Springs
Directions
From Jct of US 270 & AR 128 (Exit 7), W 0.3 mi on AR 128 (Carpenter Dam Rd) to Shady Grove Rd, SE 1.7 mi (R)
Address
1700 Shady Grove Rd
Hot Springs, AR 71901
Coordinates
34.4459418 N
93.00124397 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 users
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 user
- AT&T5GGood CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 4/14/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 users
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 user
- AT&T5GGood CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 4/14/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
- Yurts
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 6 min from Hot Springs, AR
- 45 min from Little Rock, AR
- 1 hr 38 min from Texarkana, TX
- 2 hrs 20 min from Fort Smith, AR













































