Best Cabin Camping near Arkansas River - Terry Lock and Dam

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Best Cabin Sites Near Arkansas River - Terry Lock and Dam (11)

    1. Little Rock North KOA

    21 Reviews
    Cammack Village, AR
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (501) 758-4598

    "Location good. Site: one tent camp site. Which was Off to self. Had covered picnic table (all of which was positive to us) Power and water. Bathrooms; great."

    "Super friendly staff,lots of trees, little store with ice cream. Nice game room with a pool table. Laundry room and a little workout room behind the store. Small fenced in playground and a huge pool."

    2. Lake Catherine State Park Campground

    83 Reviews
    Jones Mill, AR
    46 miles
    Website
    +1 (501) 844-4176

    $15 - $25 / night

    "I elected to try Lake Catherine State Park, located just 10 miles outside of Hot Springs."

    "grass around asphalt 

    Good night sky viewing 

    Squirrels ate from our hand 

    Saw ranger patrolling campground frequently 

    Waste containers every other campsite 

    Metal picnic table on concrete slab "

    3. Indian Lakes Resort

    5 Reviews
    Cabot, AR
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (501) 843-3958

    $6 - $12 / night

    "The bathrooms/showers were clean and decent. We had a nice primitive spot we were able to drive up to. They also have spots that you can park at and walk to. Electric spots as well."

    "Traveled down about 1.4K miles to take in the surrounding areas in AR since my family is looking for our forever home and spent four days here… We must say that, with the excellent views and service provided"

    4. Trails End RV Park

    1 Review
    Maumelle, AR
    20 miles
    +1 (501) 851-4594

    $15 - $40 / night

    5. Sunset Farm Treehouses

    1 Review
    Mayflower, AR
    25 miles
    +1 (501) 730-4687

    $200 - $300 / night

    6. Adam's Lake Boat Ramp and Camp

    2 Reviews
    Mayflower, AR
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (877) 967-7577

    7. Hot Springs National Park KOA

    22 Reviews
    Hot Springs, AR
    50 miles
    Website
    +1 (501) 624-5912

    "Stayed 2 nights in a basic one room cabin. Had a double bed and bunk bed. Heat /air and cable tv."

    "It is about 20 min off the main highway. Things close up early here and once off main highway there really is nothing as you drive to the park."

    8. The Ponds

    1 Review
    Jones Mill, AR
    37 miles
    +1 (501) 840-4207

    "We're excited to have this campground on the Dyrt and ready for you to book, check them out and make sure to leave a review!"

    9. Jubilee Farms Campground in Leola, Arkansas

    1 Review
    Malvern, AR
    46 miles
    Website
    +1 (501) 779-1700

    $12 - $79 / night

    "Rustic, peaceful and quiet place. Friendly hosts and nice grounds. All level spots with good power and water. Great place to see the stars. Fresh eggs to boot!"

    10. Hot Springs Offroad Park

    1 Review
    Hot Springs, AR
    47 miles
    Website
    +1 (501) 625-3600

    $15 - $375 / night

    "Car camped at tent site to visit HSNP and trail ride. Staff were plentiful and friendly."

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Cabin Reviews near Arkansas River - Terry Lock and Dam

138 Reviews of 11 Arkansas River - Terry Lock and Dam Campgrounds


  • Rachael H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 11, 2020

    Hot Springs National Park KOA

    Pleasant

    Stayed 2 nights in a basic one room cabin. Had a double bed and bunk bed. Heat /air and cable tv. They advertise WiFi but we didn’t get good reception even though our cabin was very near the office/pool/bathroom. Clean and well kept. Porch swing, fire ring and water at the site. Friendly staff. Clean facilities. Pool is small. Dog play area and kids playground. Good location for exploring hot springs area.

  • Crystal C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 15, 2018

    Lake Catherine State Park Campground

    Camping on any terms tent, cabin, rv all with comforts and outdoor play

    Let me just start this out by saying, selecting a spot in Arkansas you are overwhelmed with options. State parks flourish and individual campgrounds seem to be countless. When traveling to the Hot Springs area It was a toss up as to which location would bear suit my journey, not only as a campground but as a part of the adventure. I elected to try Lake Catherine State Park, located just 10 miles outside of Hot Springs.

    What sold me on this site were the numerous hiking trails, but what surprised me when I arrived were the lakeside water rentals located on premise as well as the actual beach recreation area.

    I arrived later in the day and quickly made my camp in the primitive tent area. These sites have no water or electric hook ups however a very nice restroom facilities within 100 yards. They also boast a playground for the kids, not the only of the site. I was greeted by other campers and the sense of community was high at this facility.

    My campsite included a table and grill and was nearby a fire ring. The area was much flatter than many camp areas and made for a quick site selection. In the distance deer grazed as the sun was setting.

    The next morning I ventured toward the marina and was excited to find they have numerous boats for any level of experience available. Larger units available for full or half day use and smaller units for full or half day along with by the hour.

    Hiking trails were my next stop after learning of the various skill levels including ADA accessible, moderate and difficult.

    In addition to primitive camping the park offers RV and non-primitive tent camping. Also available are Yurt and Cabin rentals.

    Office contains limited food and beverage options as well as supplies for lake visitors and a full picnic area overlooking the beach. Bathrooms and washrooms are scattered throughout the park and are kept impeccably clean with high water pressure.

    Cell signal was good even on the remote trails during my stay.

    This is by far one of the nicest parks I have camped not only on this journey but on any. Staff was knowledgeable about the park and others of the state and very helpful.

    🐰🐰🐰🐰🐰

    Easy 5 of 5 Bunnies. I will return!

  • Roxy V.
    Jun. 6, 2020

    Hot Springs National Park KOA

    Nice Campground

    We stayed here only as an overnight on our trip cross-country trip, but overall nice campground. It is about 20 min off the main highway. Things close up early here and once off main highway there really is nothing as you drive to the park. Make sure you come in with all of your supplies otherwise you will be driving back out a ways for groceries, supplies, etc. Everyone there was very friendly- families, seniors, etc. We were late check-ins and they were extremely accommodating by placing our paperwork on the check-in board for us. Even in the dark our site was easy to find. They offer RV, cabin rentals, and tent sites. We tent camp and the pad was of good size with a fire ring, picnic table and pea gravel. Most all of the tent sites are located with tree shade above them (note: not enough trees that you could hang hammocks or tarps though). There is a small pond that looked as though they allow family fishing in. "Grandpa's Griddle" is a small kitchen on site that they offer home-cooked breakfast to be purchased from in the morning. Mostly simple items: biscuits & gravy, breakfast sandwiches, eggs & bacon, etc. The restrooms / showers were all very clean. We did not go in to the National Park, but it looked very pretty from what we could see. The view of the mountains in the morning was very pretty to wake up to.

    Pandemic note: Even though the pandemic was still going on (visited on 5/28/20-5/29/20), no one was really wearing masks here. We did since we were traveling but were the only ones I saw.

    The photos are of the pond and some of the super cute vintage RVs that we saw there.

    I would recommend staying here.

  • Napunani
    Jun. 26, 2022

    Lake Catherine State Park Campground

    Fabulous Water-Edge Campsite

    PROS 

    Senior discount 

    Reserved on-line 365 days prior to arriving 

    Site #68 allowed parking RV 12 feet from water edge which was fabulous 

    Totally level site 

    Asphalt campsite pad 

    Pea gravel and grass around asphalt 

    Good night sky viewing 

    Squirrels ate from our hand 

    Saw ranger patrolling campground frequently 

    Waste containers every other campsite 

    Metal picnic table on concrete slab 

    One hook lantern pole 

    Metal fire pit with cooking grate 

    Pedestal BBQ grill 

    Clean restroom/shower and adequate TP and hand soap. Women had 2 showers, 2 sinks, 3 toilets 

    Weekend campground nearly filled to capacity 

    4 bars Verizon LTE 

    Hike to waterfall a bit tricky, but worth the effort 

    Hot Springs National Park 15 miles from campground; nice to watch the crowds from Superior Bathouse Brewery 

    Free water from the springs next to the Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center- must have your own containers to fill 

    Enjoyed Red Oak Fillin’ Station so much we dined there twice 

    Diamond Head 19th Hole Restaurant, open to the public and very close to park entrance 

    CONS 

    Damn Canadian geese crap everywhere 

    Fire pit was filled with oversized logs and once removed there was unburned charcoal and lots of ash 

    Unable to move picnic table 

    Site#68 no shade what so ever 

    No privacy from other sites 

    Lots of speed boat and jet ski noise, even after sunset 

    Morning train noise 

    Power plant lights and humming noise 

    No security gate closure overnight 

    No WIFI

  • A
    May. 25, 2020

    Hot Springs National Park KOA

    Clean with a dog park

    D26 Back-in full hook-ups, fire ring & picnic table. 2 nights - Memorial Day weekend. Good spot, close to bath rooms/shower house/cafe. Pretty level - just 1 leveling block was all we needed for our pop-up. Lots of amenities- cafe, fishing pond, small general store, playground and off leash dog area. Staff was very friendly. Escorted you to your spot and helped us back in. Shower house was always clean. Loved the dog park! We are just starting to travel with our 2 boxers and was so nice to have an area for them to run a bit. Cons - spots are very close, no privacy. Each spot has a very bright “porch” light that is on until Midnight

  • T
    Jul. 29, 2018

    Lake Catherine State Park Campground

    Small free for all tent sites

    Small open Campground with no specific sites (Tent Only Area). There is a small lot nearby to park then you must walk everything in. This can be anything from right next to your car to a few hundred feet away depending on where you want to set up. Picnic tables, fire rings and campground grills located throughout but again nothing is marketed as far as site numbers. The area allows for up to six camp permits per night. Could be good for smaller groups. It’s up away from the lake unlike the rest of the campgrounds in the park. There are restrooms nearby with flushing toilets and sinks. Also a playground is located close to the campsite. Overall it was clean but felt cramped among other campers and parking away from the tent made for multiple trips back and forth.

  • K
    Sep. 30, 2016

    Lake Catherine State Park Campground

    Lake Catherine State Park

    Adorable charming park with lots of history and natural beauty like waterfalls. Friends had made camping and boat tour reservations about 6 months in advance, that’s how nice and popular this area is! We got one of the super cute “rustic” cabins, each one has different things like number of beds, dogs allowed, showers, kitchen setup, etc. so call ahead. Not too far from grocery which is always a plus when traveling with kiddos and multiple families.

  • S
    Nov. 26, 2021

    Lake Catherine State Park Campground

    Impressed!

    I am quite fond of the state parks in Arkansas and this was a clean, quiet, beautiful and safe location near Hot Springs. I was very happy that I could also bring my dog. When I reached my campsite my booking tag was already there and there was some firewood placed on the fire pit for me already. I was only a minute walk from restroom facilities. I also found it was very easy to book last minute after receiving a recommendation from a local barista.

  • Allison N.
    Oct. 27, 2019

    Lake Catherine State Park Campground

    Came for Hot Springs but the park was the best part!

    Stayed four nights. The slots were dispersed well and wooded. All the trees make it hard to back in. Also, my slot was on a hill, and we arrived after dark so I had to back a 30 foot trailer up a hill in the dark avoiding trees but if three 21 year old girls can do it it’s possible. The other sites weren’t as bad, it’s hit or miss really. There were three areas, A B and C. They are divided by class, one is for bigger rigs and is right on the water near the dump station. All the slots are near the lake. There are wonderful trails and waterfalls to find. Pet friendly, good variety of trails with varying levels of accessibility, one even accommodates wheelchairs. There are two shower houses on each end of the park. There are hookups with or without sewage.


Guide to Arkansas River - Terry Lock and Dam

Cabin camping near Arkansas River - Terry Lock and Dam offers a unique blend of nature and comfort, perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle while enjoying the great outdoors.

Cabins are available at Little Rock North KOA

  • Enjoy a cozy stay at Little Rock North KOA, where you can find well-maintained cabins and friendly staff ready to assist you.
  • This campground features a small store for essentials and clean facilities, making it a convenient choice for cabin campers.
  • Located near the freeway, it provides easy access to nearby attractions while offering a peaceful retreat.

Fishing and swimming opportunities abound

  • Indian Lakes Resort is known for its beautiful lake, perfect for fishing and swimming, with fun amenities like water slides and diving boards.
  • The resort's scenic views and friendly staff create a welcoming atmosphere for families looking to enjoy water activities.
  • With various cabin options available, you can relax after a day of fishing or swimming in a serene environment.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Arkansas River - Terry Lock and Dam is Little Rock North KOA with a 3.6-star rating from 21 reviews.

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