Best Cabin Camping near Hagarville, AR

State parks near Hagarville offer furnished cabin accommodations with varying amenities and comfort levels. Mount Magazine State Park Campground provides cabins with electricity, water, and heating systems suitable for year-round use. Petit Jean State Park features cabin rentals with picnic tables, fire rings, and proximity to hiking trails. "The cabins are well appointed and inviting," noted one visitor who stayed at Dogwood Springs Campground. Lake Dardanelle State Park includes cabin options with modern conveniences like showers and toilets, while more rustic options exist at Cove Lake Complex and Mulberry Mountain Lodging & Events.

Cabin sizes range from cozy one-room structures to spacious multi-room layouts that accommodate larger groups. Most require advance reservations, particularly during summer and fall seasons when availability becomes limited. Pet policies vary by location - Mount Magazine State Park allows pets in some cabins while others maintain strict no-pet rules. A camper who stayed at Byrd's Adventure Center mentioned, "The cabin itself was as expected. Only beds inside with one table, 4 chairs and a fan. It does have electricity inside but no water." Many locations operate year-round, though amenities may be reduced during winter months.

Standard furnishings typically include beds, basic seating, and electrical outlets, but guests should bring their own linens, pillows, and towels unless otherwise specified. Kitchen facilities vary widely - some cabins offer only outdoor cooking options with fire rings and grills, while others provide refrigerators, microwaves, or stovetops. On-site camp stores at places like Macks Pines and Horseshoe Canyon Ranch stock basic provisions, though selection is limited. Visitors planning extended stays should bring groceries and supplies from larger towns before arrival, as remote cabin locations may be 15-20 minutes from the nearest store.

Best Cabin Sites Near Hagarville, Arkansas (21)

    1. Russellville Campground — Lake Dardanelle State Park

    16 Reviews
    Russellville, AR
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (479) 967-5516

    "The State Park systems in the US are some of our favorite places to find beautiful camping spots, but Lake Dardanelle State Park in Arkansas tops most of them all."

    "The park is clean and decently maintained. Great welcome center with aquarium displays that are quite informative."

    2. Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park

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

    $25 - $40 / night

    "Our first time in Petit Jean State Park and hopefully not our last! The area is so beautiful and the park is clean. We stayed in one of the yurts."

    "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"

    3. Mount Magazine State Park Campground

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

    $35 / night

    "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."

    "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."

    4. Macks Pines

    2 Reviews
    Hector, AR
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (479) 331-3261

    $20 / night

    "There are some trails nearby, but the area and trails are really designed for ATVs."

    "short drives from the campgrounds to beautiful scenery with a little bit of research, or ask greg.  alot are even accessible by car.   take the 30 min drive to hillbillys lims bbq as well."

    5. Byrd's Adventure Center

    16 Reviews
    St. Paul, AR
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (479) 667-4066

    $10 - $22 / night

    "The facility is located on 800 acres surrounded by the Ozark National Forest and Mulberry River."

    "The store is well stocked an has ice cream and fresh foods. The restaurant is pretty awesome as well. Food is YUM!"

    6. Cove Lake Complex

    11 Reviews
    Paris, AR
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (479) 963-3076

    "We stayed as a group (three families with 7 kiddos total, ranging from 6-15), across two adjacent sites: 1 & 3."

    "There is swimming, boating, (stocked) fishing, hiking, and pretty drives. Absolutely beautiful lake surrounded by green that would be incredible in the fall!"

    7. White Rock Mountain Recreation Area

    26 Reviews
    Combs, AR
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (479) 369-4128

    $15 - $215 / night

    "White Rock Mountain Recreation Area, in the western Arkansas Ozarks, has a campground with 9 tent sites. One of these is a large group site. 8 sites are arranged along a gravel loop road."

    "The drive to White Rock is part of the fun.  The campground, general store, and cabins are all at the top of the mountain."

    8. Ozark National Forest Cove Lake Campground

    3 Reviews
    Paris, AR
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (479) 963-6421

    $15 - $35 / night

    "This lake and the trails around it were absolutely gorgeous. Not far from Mt Magazine and the water was so clean and the campgrounds were fantastic."

    "We enjoyed our stay at Cove Lake. The campsite we stayed at was right on the lake with a pretty view of the nearby mountains. The swimming area is pretty large and nice."

    9. Mulberry Mountain Lodging & Events

    5 Reviews
    St. Paul, AR
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (866) 667-1919

    $30 - $100 / night

    "Near the Mulberry River and White Rock recreation area, the facility is an off road enthusiasts playground! Trails directly into the outback from the facility."

    "The bathroom/shower requires a passcode to enter and is always clean to use. It's a great escape for off-roading and overloading."

    10. Horseshoe Canyon Ranch

    9 Reviews
    Ponca, AR
    34 miles
    Website

    $5 - $245 / night

    "The ranch also has cabins and horseback rides. Check out their website for more info."

    "Car camp, hammock, tent camp, or rent one the cabins to enjoy the roaming goats and horses around the property. Infamously known in AR as one of the best climbing spots."

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Cabin Reviews near Hagarville, AR

299 Reviews of 21 Hagarville Campgrounds


  • J
    Jul. 6, 2019

    Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park

    Beautiful area

    Our first time in Petit Jean State Park and hopefully not our last! The area is so beautiful and the park is clean. We stayed in one of the yurts. The kids enjoyed the geese right outside the door and at night, the deer came out only feet from the yurt. The yurt itself is was as expected. Only beds inside with one table, 4 chairs and a fan. It does have electricity inside but no water. Outside is a nice deck, propane stove, water faucet, fire ring, picnic table and bbq pit. It also has a canoe available for use with each yurt. The boathouse was not too far away and well maintained. There is a very nice pool on the grounds also. We really enjoyed the hiking trails.

  • 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

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Lori C.
    Apr. 20, 2021

    Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park

    Beautiful Park with great hiking trails

    Beautiful park with lots of space between spots and large green belt areas to enjoy. The hiking trails were fun and challenging with not many people and we hiked with our dogs. We stayed in a pull through site in Loop A, Spot 29 with full hookups. It had plenty of room for trailer and truck parking and was pretty level. There was no wifi or cell service for T-Mobile. We rode our bikes to the Visitor Center to access wifi and were able to get cell service at the Mather Lodge overlook. There is a really nice walking / bike trail from the campgrounds to the Mather Lodge. The park is well maintained with clean bathrooms and showers. Trash bins were located throughout the camping area. We will visit here again.

  • Fred S.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 7, 2025

    Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park

    Fantastic State Park

    Camped here on May 1, 2025. This is one of my favorite state parks in the USA. Lots to do here. Fantastic hiking trails - rated from easy to difficult. Since I live only 45 minutes from this park, I normally come here for the day for hiking. This time, I got around to trying out the park's campground. This popular campround is divided into 4 areas - A through D. There are a total of 125 campsites, including 26 pull-through sites. Thirty-five of the sites are Class AAA sites which have 50 amp electrical, water, and sewer hookups. There are 90 Class B sites offering 30 amp electrical and water hookups. All sites are reservable. Tent and hammock camping is possible depending on the sites. I camped at site 103 in Area D. The staff at the office helped me pick this site for my campervan. The site had water and 30amp service. The restroom/shower house was clean and well maintained. The campsite itself was dated but clean. The site was large and had trees around it offering a little bit of privacy. The pull-thru drieway was close to the campground road. The site included a picnic table, tent pad, lantern pole, metal fire ring, and grill. Solar charging and Starlink connectivity may not be possible at this site; Area C has an open sky above it. There was some road noise from vehicles driving on Petit Jean Mountain Road which is behind the site. Received good AT&T 5G cell service, but little to no T-Mobile 2G service.  Areas C and D are in the woods. Most of the sites in these areas are on the small size but should easily accomodate a truck camper and smaller. Not all sites are level. Areas A and B can accomodate large rigs and towables.

  • Craig E.
    Apr. 21, 2024

    Fort Smith-Alma RV Park

    Quiet and clean

    Was headed to Lake Fort Smith but area was booked so we stopped here and was pleased with our stay. Spaces are quite small but it has become the norm everywhere. Site A2 had fire pit, grill, picnic table was pretty level even with gravel. Fishing pond, dog walk area, propane station all on property for reasonable rates. Bathouse was clean and stocked. Only complaint was these little red mites. I looked them up and they are harmless but they were numerous and made us uncomfortable. I was especially concerned for our 2 dogs. I believe this is an old KOA under private ownership. They have done a great job updating the place. Jules at the office was also very pleasant and helpful.

  • Ryan S.
    May. 14, 2020

    Mount Magazine State Park Campground

    Mountaintop Gem

    Mount Magazine is a mountaintop oasis in NW AR. It is definitely NOT a family SP. It is structured for adults to enjoy a peaceful, tranquil, serene campground. The campground is small and has a typical setup with 30/50A, water, fire ring and picnic table. There are only 18 sites and are booked WELL in advance. We had to book our site almost a year in advance.

    There is not much to do in the campground. There is access to hiking trails and to Signal Hill (the highest point in AR). The lodge is gorgeous and the restaurant has a buffet on Friday nights that is very good. There was an annual yoga retreat the weekend we were there which crowded the lodge, but the cabins and lodge have beautiful views of the valley.

    Mt. Magazine is an amazing park (for adults), and make an effort to get there!

  • Taryn S.
    Jul. 25, 2024

    Cove Lake Complex

    Hidden gem in the Ozarks

    Fantastic smaller campground minutes from Mount Magazine. It seems to be overshadowed by much larger, better known places like Devils Den, so it's fairly quiet even when it's 'busy.' We also learned that it has new management as of this year (2024), a young family that's extremely hands-on.

    We stayed as a group (three families with 7 kiddos total, ranging from 6-15), across two adjacent sites: 1 & 3. You could see the lake from our sites, but they don't sit right over the lake like some do. With so many kids in our group, we actually wanted that. Sites are extremely spacious and well spaced from each other, and would feel even more private later in the season when the trees are full. Bathrooms are simple pit toilets, but clean and well-maintained. 

    Boat rentals right onsite, concessions, even a small beach area! We will 100% be back. No cell service whatsoever with Verizon.


Guide to Hagarville

Camping cabins near Hagarville, Arkansas offer varied outdoor recreation access across elevations ranging from 400 to 2,753 feet. The surrounding Ozark National Forest encompasses over 1.2 million acres with dramatic seasonal temperature variations. Winter overnight lows frequently drop below freezing at higher elevations, while summer cabin campers can expect daytime highs averaging 85-95°F from June through August.

What to do

Waterfall hiking: 1-2 hour trails at Mount Magazine State Park Campground lead to seasonal cascades. "We hiked down to the Cedar Falls trail to see the falls. The video is of the roaring falls. There is not typically so much flow. We were lucky!" reports Jill B., who visited after heavy rainfall.

Rock climbing: Beginner to advanced routes are accessible from Horseshoe Canyon Ranch cabins. "The sport climbing here in particular is really well maintained and the sandstone rock is grippy and clean," notes Alex M., who recommends purchasing the climbing guidebook available at the office for route maps and difficulty ratings.

Lake activities: Paddling and fishing opportunities exist within 5-30 minutes of most cabin locations. A visitor at White Rock Mountain Recreation Area mentions, "The lake is so close and beautiful! The sunset view is to die for!" These accessible water features provide alternatives to hiking during summer heat.

What campers like

Private bathroom facilities: Some locations offer individual shower rooms rather than communal facilities. A camper at Lake Dardanelle State Park appreciated that "Not only was it clean but it had six doors. Behind each door was a shower room complete with a toilet and lavatory and guess what? It was air conditioned!!!"

Wildlife encounters: Multiple cabin locations offer opportunities for animal observation. At Macks Pines, a camper noted you can "hand feed the squirrels" while another visitor mentioned "we were able to listen to a Barred Owl before going to sleep" from their cabin site.

View diversity: Cabin locations range from lakeside to mountain vista positions. One reviewer at Petit Jean State Park highlighted site selection advice: "My 1st suggestion: RESERVE EARLY to get a spot in Loop A or Loop B. We stayed in Loop C and I felt a little too secluded." Different loops offer significantly different experiences.

What you should know

Road conditions vary dramatically between cabin locations. The approach to White Rock Mountain Recreation Area requires advance planning: "It's a slow, beautiful drive. The reviews are correct that the last hour of the drive is only 20 miles. Make sure to stop for gas! It is an unpaved road that in some spots is maybe wide enough for 2 small vehicles to pass each other."

Cabin maintenance standards differ across locations. A candid review from White Rock Mountain noted: "One warning on the cabins though - in summer be prepared for some bugs. It's not that they're dirty, it's just that they're old buildings which aren't used every day surrounded by forest. Naturally, you get spiders, rodents, etc."

Cell service limitations affect most cabin areas. At Cove Lake Complex, a visitor reported "No cell service whatsoever with Verizon" while another campground only had "WiFi, but that does not extend to the camp/RV sites." Download offline maps before arrival.

Tips for camping with families

Look for multi-amenity sites: Choose locations with multiple activities within walking distance. A family that visited Cove Lake Complex reported, "Boat rentals right onsite, concessions, even a small beach area! We will 100% be back."

Select cabins based on surroundings: Different cabin placement affects noise levels and privacy. One parent noted, "We were in sight number 28, which I picked because it was close to the bathroom. This campground is better suited to large RVs than to our teardrop trailer. Site number 28 was very tight."

Consider age-appropriate locations: Not all cabin locations cater equally to children. A reviewer observed, "For anyone with kids, I would say at the outset that this isn't a very kid-friendly park. No playgrounds, very, very mountainous, and generally just not a park for kids."

Tips from RVers

Check hookup locations before booking: Utility placement varies significantly between sites. One RVer at Mulberry Mountain Lodging & Events noted, "The electric and water hookups in 'D' area are in strange locations at each site." This can impact how you position your RV.

Verify site dimensions for larger vehicles: Some cabin areas have limited turning radius. "Some sites are angled differently and there is no clear indication how you have to enter the loop to be able to access your site. It can create some frustration when trying to get set up," reported an RVer who recommended studying site maps before arrival.

Consider seasonal accessibility: Mountain locations may have limited winter access. Several reviewers mentioned steep grade changes requiring "significant leveling chocks to get it truly level" and cautioned about "fog that I had to drive through on my way to the campsite at about 11:30 in the morning."

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular cabin campsite near Hagarville, AR?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Hagarville, AR is Russellville Campground — Lake Dardanelle State Park with a 4.4-star rating from 16 reviews.

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