Best Glamping near Casa, AR

Petit Jean State Park and Catherine's Landing provide upscale glamping accommodations in the Casa, Arkansas region. Visitors can choose from yurts and luxury glamping tents equipped with comfortable beds, electricity, and climate control systems that blend outdoor adventure with modern comforts. The spacious yurts at Petit Jean feature wooden floors, canvas walls, and domed ceilings with skylights for stargazing. "This is basically a resort with tents and RVs," one camper observed, noting the availability of full amenities while still maintaining a connection to nature. Catherine's Landing offers premium glamping options with private decks overlooking Lake Catherine, providing a serene retreat with hotel-like amenities including private bathrooms, kitchenettes, and furnished outdoor spaces.

Hiking trails wind through Petit Jean State Park's scenic landscape, leading guests from their glamping accommodations to Cedar Falls, one of Arkansas' most impressive waterfalls. Mount Nebo and Lake Ouachita State Parks complement the area's glamping options with their own distinctive accommodations. A recent visitor noted, "The real selling point to this park is the hiking; I highly recommend the Boy Scout trail as it leads to all the great features of the park." Glamping domes and pods are available seasonally at select locations, offering panoramic views of the surrounding wilderness. Reservations are recommended as the premium glamping sites fill quickly, especially during spring and fall when the weather is most favorable for outdoor exploration. Each glamping site provides fire pits for evening relaxation and private spaces to enjoy the natural setting.

Best Glamping Sites Near Casa, Arkansas (23)

    1. Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park

    105 Reviews
    Adona, AR
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (501) 727-5441

    $25 - $40 / night

    "PROS  No reservation transaction fee 

    Senior discount 

    Quiet 

    Moveable metal picnic table on a concrete pad, pedestal BBQ grill, fire ring with cooking grate, and one hook lantern pole 

    Site 14 partially"

    "We stayed in Loop C and I felt a little too secluded. The sites in C & D appeared to be a little smaller. I noticed several sites in B & C were uneven from roots pushing the asphalt up."

    2. Mount Nebo State Park Campground

    28 Reviews
    Dardanelle, AR
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (479) 229-3655

    "The “Rim Trail” is just that…a 3 1/2 mile trail running the top rim of the mountain, with long views."

    "It was such a nice campsite and the staff was super helpful. The views were amazing. The drive up the mountain is seriously windy though, so be cautious."

    3. Lake Ouachita State Park Campground

    47 Reviews
    Mountain Pine, AR
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 287-2757

    "There is a loop on a peninsula that are reserved for walking in your gear to a tent site. These sites have GREAT views of the lake."

    "Camping in the state park of lake ouachita in a tent. never. been. better. was on site T04 for tents and basically sites t01-t11(maybe 12) are on a small peninsula with the lake on both sides. you can"

    4. Lake Catherine State Park Campground

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

    $15 - $25 / night

    "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"

    "Lake Catherine is a popular spot that’s on a first come first serve basis so arrive early. Most campsite have fire pits and grills. Nice space in between campsites."

    5. Mount Magazine State Park Campground

    32 Reviews
    Blue Mountain, AR
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (479) 963-8502

    $35 / night

    "Has fire pit with grill, separate bbq, siting area and great hook ups. Bear proof refuge container on site as well. Half off if disabled! Site 3 wasn't completely level, but quick fix."

    "Nice shady spot with a picnic table, grill and fire pit. Was also a space for a tent. The picnic table had a few steps up to it."

    6. Crystal Ridge RV Park at Ron Coleman Mine

    7 Reviews
    Jessieville, AR
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (501) 209-9933

    $13 / night

    "12 a night, full hookup potential AND you are walking distance to the mine!!! For $20 you can go spend the day diggin through dirt and finding crystals."

    "I don’t think camping at this RV park is about the camping experience; it’s about the proximity to the crystal mines. It is a good campground for the price, but it is not anything fancy."

    7. Hot Springs National Park KOA

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

    "Would like to revisit without our dogs to check out the theme park nearby next time!"

    "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."

    8. Catherine's Landing

    25 Reviews
    Hot Springs, AR
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (501) 262-2550

    "The park is set on 400 acres with one mile bordering Lake Catherine and about eight or nine miles from downtown Hot Springs. "

    "Gorgeous setting on pristine Lake Catherine close to historic Hot Springs. I was in lakefront site 123 for one night but would have liked to stay longer."

    9. Stephens Park Campground

    10 Reviews
    Mountain Pine, AR
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (501) 767-2101

    $30 - $50 / night

    "Full hook ups, big campsites with table, fire pit, and level gravel. River is close by with playground. Booked up fast for us on the weekend. 20 to hot springs."

    "We arrived at this wonderful little COE with 9 sites and headed into back-in site 3 with FHUs. After we settled, we self-registered per instructions on the information board at the entrance."

    10. Brady Mountain - Lake Ouachita

    10 Reviews
    Royal, AR
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (501) 767-2101

    $50 / night

    "There are no water hook-ups at the sites. only electric. The cell signal on the “down the hill” portion of the campground is pretty non-existent."

    "On the lake and perfect for canoeing, but close to Hot Slrings if you want to tour the bathhouses or Dane the night away at the hotel."

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Glamping Reviews near Casa, AR

418 Reviews of 23 Casa Campgrounds


  • Lacee G.
    May. 29, 2020

    Lake Ouachita State Park Campground

    Gorgeous views but close and windy

    This state park sits on one of the prettiest and clearest lakes in the state of Arkansas. The area that I will be focusing on is the primitive tent sites. There is a loop on a peninsula that are reserved for walking in your gear to a tent site. These sites have GREAT views of the lake. A few of the sites even have access to the water for swimming, fishing, or putting in your kayak. 

    The sites are pretty close together and not very level. The more level sites are in the loop nearest the parking area. There are two shared water spigots. One near the parking area and one near the end of the peninsula. There is no electricity at these sites. The two best sites, in my opinion, are sites 7, 8, and 9. They have great access to the water and wonderful views of the lake. If you decide to camp here be warned that the sites are not very large. We typically bring a canopy for our outdoor kitchen, these sites are not large enough for a big canopy. Also, this lake tends to be very windy. There are trees around the sites, but the fire pits on sites 7-9 are very exposed. This poses are problem when trying to build a fire. 

    There are plenty of activities to do while visiting this SP. Some of the activities may still be suspended due to Covid 19. In July they have a boat tour that costs $10 per person. They take you out to "Bird Island" to see the purple martins. It's a neat tour. There are also plenty of hiking trails, swimming, fishing, and other typical state park activities. You can't go wrong with the views here, but there are some things to consider.

  • Napunani
    Dec. 1, 2023

    Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park

    One of Arkansas' Finest

    PROS 

    No reservation transaction fee 

    Senior discount 

    Quiet 

    Moveable metal picnic table on a concrete pad, pedestal BBQ grill, fire ring with cooking grate, and one hook lantern pole 

    Site 14 partially shady 

    Good condition asphalt parking pad with gravel and grass surrounding 

    Good view of lake from Site 14 

    Sites well spaced 

    Campground A toilet/shower building clean and sufficiently stocked. Heated but not air conditioned. 

    Site 14 more than long enough for trailer and tow vehicle 

    Dark sky friendly as there are no street lights in Campground A 

    Very nice 6ft wide asphalt bike trail from Campground B to Mather Lodge

    (approximately 1.75 miles) CCC Hike and Bike Trail 

    New Visitor Center built 2021 

    Beautiful CCC built Mather Lodge

    (restaurant added in 2012) 

    Grass throughout campground mowed 

    Firewood sold in the yards of residences along State Road 154 

    CONS 

    Site 14 extremely unlevel side to side 

    No privacy from other campsites 

    No entrance security gate to the park or any campgrounds as State Road 154 cuts thru the park 

    No park ranger drive thrus 

    Mather Lodge Restaurant OK. Don't expect much from the menu or service but it has a full bar 

    3 of our 4 day stay there was a religious group prophetlytizing at the Park Visitor Center WIFI only at Lodge and Visitors Center 

    NO TMOBILE service

  • deb K.
    May. 2, 2022

    Mount Magazine State Park Campground

    A must see!

    Awesome Small Campground! What a gem! Not a glamping campground, but beautiful peaceful change. Only 16 sites, with only 2, 50 amp sites. We were lucky enough to get one. Site is huge and private. Has fire pit with grill, separate bbq, siting area and great hook ups. Bear proof refuge container on site as well. Half off if disabled! Site 3 wasn't completely level, but quick fix. Sights and hiking were breathtaking. No laundry, cable or wifi, but restrooms and showers were clean. Cell service was spotty. Gorgeous lodge with great overlooks and restaurant close by. A diamond in the rough.

  • Erika R.
    Jun. 6, 2018

    Lake Ouachita State Park Campground

    perfection in the form of camping

    Camping in the state park of lake ouachita in a tent. never. been. better. was on site T04 for tents and basically sites t01-t11(maybe 12) are on a small peninsula with the lake on both sides. you can go swimming in the lake right off the back of your campsite. they have charcoal grills at each site as well as a fire pit that has a grill over itnfor cooking things over the fire. there is a concrete pad with a picnic table as well as a separate pad on compacted dirt for your tent and then plenty of space in your campsite for other things. you can’t beat the views. the bathrooms are the cleanest an moat upsated Ive seen in a camp ground (and I’ve worked in one) and the showers are great. never felt afraid of wild animals roaming the sites while walking to the bathroom in the dark or anything. the staff in the office is friendly. they offer boat rentals for cheap as well as expeditions to partake in. theres also camper and rv sites and cabIns available, a marina to bring your boat, and fun activities for kids! theres a few different trails to hike around the campground. we went on a moderate 4 mile hike and walked to the trailhead from the campsIte. a great hike with awesome views of the lake and you dont have to drive to the trailhead! couldn’t recommend this place enough!

  • 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

  • Dave V.
    Dec. 27, 2018

    Mount Nebo State Park Campground

    Long, unobstructed views and refreshing breezes

    CAMPGROUND REVIEW:: Mount Nebo State Park, Arkansas https://www.arkansasstateparks.com/parks/mount-nebo-state-park

    Turning off I-40 at Exit 88, Mount Nebo is viewed less than 10 miles southwest…a stand-alone mountain.

    At the base of the climb, signs posted numerous times, “Crooked and Steep, no trailers over 24 ft”. I have driven up a lot of steep and twisty mountain roads, and these warnings are to be heeded. Grades are up to 18%.

    The State Park rests up its summit.constructed by the CCC, many of their stonework craftsmanship can be seen in the buildings and trail system.

    The “Rim Trail” is just that…a 3 1/2 mile trail running the top rim of the mountain, with long views. There are two distinct areas of the “Rim Trail” that can be driven to…to capture those special photos…Sunset Point and Sunrise Circle.

    Different sections of the Rim Trail range from easy to moderate to strenuous. They are marked. Bicycles are not permitted on the Rim Trail but are permitted on other trails as are horses. So know and exercise proper trail etiquette.

    There are bear in this area, and precautions are taken by the park. Park staff informed us of numerous venomous reptilian, too…so be aware on the trails, or if you choose to wander off them.

    A large rentable enclosed stone pavilion sits on the end of the mount, between Site 17 and the pool. Yes, a very nice pool (separate daily or annual fee). A standard picnic pavilion also sits out front of the larger stone pavilion beside public parking area.

    The beautiful Visitor Center is deeper into the park to the right. You can sit on its back porch and look out over the valley. There are numerous cabins that are available for rental…and appear very inviting.

    When you crest the top of the mountain, the camping area is directly to the right, as are the pavilions and pool. Cabins dot the summit, but private residences are interspersed among them. As mentioned, the Visitors Center is further up the road to the right…on the right.

    Being on an 1800 ft elevation summit, surrounded by valley…its quiet and enjoys a constant breeze. Enjoying blue skies, the shade trees are appreciated in the camping area.

    On a Wednesday, the 1st of August, we had our pick of beautiful and spacious sights. Very few campers on this day. So we chose site 17, directly on the Rim with unimpeded long views and unobstructed breezes. It was a toss-up between 16 and 17 …even 14 is directly on the Rim. $22 + tax a night.

    Each of these sites had separate electric, water spigot, fire pit, standing grill, picnic table and lantern post. Metal bear cabinets and resistant trash receptacles were clustered conveniently among the campsites. Though I was surprised they didn’t have timber outlined leveled tent areas. In fact, you need to be somewhat creative in locating a level tent spot.

    Restrooms are clean and stocked. The pool showerhouse has but one shower a piece for men and women. The entire park is well-maintained and clean.

    Overall, a very enjoyable and relaxing campground.

  • Christine N.
    Jul. 9, 2018

    Mount Magazine State Park Campground

    Quiet, shady

    We stayed at an RV site at Cameron Campground, #2. Nice shady spot with a picnic table, grill and fire pit. Was also a space for a tent. The picnic table had a few steps up to it.

    This site is at the entrance, we might have preferred something at the back. Everyone coming in or out drove by our spot. But the neighbors were all very quiet.

    The bathhouse had two showers, several toilets.

    Several signs up say beware of bears, but we didn't see any.

    We saw LOTS of deer.

    Be prepared for a long winding road up the mountain. It's not overly steep, but it takes a while to get ANYWHERE in this part of Arkansas.

    Went to Cove Lake (11 miles away, about a 20 minute drive) to fish, but didn't stay long, and didn't catch anything. Cove lake has camping but no hookups.

  • Justin M.
    Feb. 5, 2020

    Crystal Ridge RV Park at Ron Coleman Mine

    I’m all about value and experience and this place serves both.

    $12 a night, full hookup potential AND you are walking distance to the mine!!! For $20 you can go spend the day diggin through dirt and finding crystals. I don’t think everyone has the luck we had but we came after a rain and cleaned up. Hundred bucks in gems. Ok bathrooms and laundry... serves the purpose you’d expect from a $12 a night place. The REAL draw here is the mine and we had a blast! I do recommend. We took the spot up top the hill [upper left corner] and found crystals in our campsite around the fire pit :)))

  • Mason M.
    Apr. 21, 2022

    Hot Springs National Park KOA

    The Dogs’ first tent camp

    Easy to find and was a nice community spot. Would like to revisit without our dogs to check out the theme park nearby next time!


Guide to Casa

Lake Ouachita State Park offers premium glamping close to Casa, Arkansas on a peninsula jutting into Arkansas' largest lake. The park sits at 400 feet elevation with clear waters that reach depths over 200 feet. Winter temperatures typically range from 30-50°F while summer months average 75-95°F with high humidity.

What to do

Hiking to waterfalls: At Petit Jean State Park, trails range from easy to difficult with varied terrain. "The real selling point to this park is the hiking. Great hammock trees!" notes Sondra M., who recommends exploring despite rain. "The Cedar Falls hike is beautiful and a quick fun adventure. I recommend going to the Petit Jean Grave. The view is vast!"

Crystal digging: Located 45 miles from Casa, Crystal Ridge RV Park provides direct access to crystal mining. "For $20 you can go spend the day diggin through dirt and finding crystals. We came after a rain and cleaned up. Hundred bucks in gems," reports Justin M. The park offers both guided tours ($35) and self-guided mining ($25), with the unique benefit of finding "crystals in our campsite around the fire pit."

Kayaking clear waters: Lake Ouachita offers exceptionally clear water ideal for paddling. "It's a great lake for kayaking as the water was calm and there were only a couple of boats on the water," shares Alison C. about Lake Catherine State Park. Rentals are available at most waterfront parks. "Kayak rental was cheap (and didn't charge extra for staying out longer!)" notes Amanda H.

What campers like

Stargazing opportunities: For glamping accommodations near Casa, Mount Nebo offers exceptional night sky views from its 1,800-foot elevation. "Beautiful mountain top park with panoramic views. Nice trails and panoramic views," says Amanda F. The elevated position reduces light pollution and provides unobstructed horizons.

Lake access campsites: Catherine's Landing features premium glamping tents with direct water access. "I was in lakefront site 123... The water front sites near the boat dock were my favorite and easy to back into. All sites appear to be spacious with grass and fire pits," explains Taylor D. The property includes "a mile bordering Lake Catherine and about eight or nine miles from downtown Hot Springs."

Wildlife encounters: Multiple state parks feature abundant deer and bird populations that frequently visit campsites. "The deer will walk up to you and you can pet them," says Steve S. about Mount Nebo State Park. Spring and fall months offer the best wildlife viewing, with early mornings and dusk providing peak activity times.

What you should know

Weather considerations: Spring visitors should prepare for sudden temperature shifts. "Go Spring or Fall for the View," advises Andrew S. about Petit Jean State Park. "If you go in the fall, Mount Magazine SP sits at the top of Magazine Mountain. It has 18 RV campsites of varying length, all with water and most have sewer," adds Gary F.

Campsite privacy varies: Site layout and spacing differ significantly across parks. "Campsites are close together with little privacy. Several rental cabins as well," notes Stan G. about Mount Nebo State Park. For more seclusion, request specific sites when booking. "The sites in C & D areas are on the small size but should easily accommodate a truck camper and smaller. Not all sites are level," warns Fred S.

Cell service limitations: Connectivity varies dramatically by location and carrier. At Stephens Park Campground, "We got a handful of OTA channels and 2 bars on Verizon, which was manageable for internet and phone calls," reports MickandKarla W. Most glamping sites offer WiFi, though service slows during peak weekend hours.

Tips for camping with families

Kid-friendly hiking trails: Petit Jean State Park offers several trails suitable for children. "We took my nieces on a weekend trip in our camper to Lake Catherine State Park. We really enjoyed hiking the Falls Branch Trail with my nieces (8 and 10 years old). I would highly recommend this trail," shares Alison C. The trail is approximately 2 miles long with moderate elevation changes.

Playgrounds and facilities: Catherine's Landing provides extensive family amenities. "Kid friendly. Great upkeep and sites that are easily accessible. Playground, splash pad, and pool," notes Bridget C. Their recreation area includes a modern playground, pool complex, and outdoor activity space designed for various age groups.

Water activities for children: Several lakes offer designated swimming areas with gradual entry points. "Lake Catherine offers many different outdoor options close to Hot Springs. The camp sites are spaced for privacy and are level for both campers and tents," explains Chad K. Most state parks maintain swimming beaches with lifeguards during summer months, typically from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Tips from RVers

Site selection strategies: At Brady Mountain - Lake Ouachita, carefully research site locations. "We really liked this place, even though we picked the 'wrong' campsite. Our site was spacious & level, I just wish I selected one on the upper loop- the views are nicer as well as the breeze," advises Bob M. Request sites away from water treatment facilities (avoid sites 50-56).

Hookup availability: Full hookup options vary significantly between parks. "We stayed in A35 which is a triple A site with level site with all the trimmings! Wooded campsite with adequate shade, picnic table, fire pit and raised grilling station," reports Don L. about Lake Ouachita State Park. Many glamping sites near Casa offer electrical outlets inside tents, though amperage may be limited.

Seasonal considerations: Popular glamping sites fill quickly during peak seasons. "This SP will fill up quickly in the spring and fall, reservations are recommended," notes Chad K. regarding Lake Catherine State Park. For Mount Nebo, plan around visibility issues: "Due to the elevation and drastic temperature change from the base of the mountain and the campground, it isn't safe at all to drive on the mountain in the early morning or evening."

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