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ScoutHot Springs National Park KOA
Really nice cabin w/ lots of amenities. koa was flexible in letting us rent the cabin for our daughter and grandkids while we slept in the Rv out front.
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Cabin camping near Hot Springs Village spans rustic log cabins to spacious family-sized units with full bathrooms and kitchen facilities. Lake Catherine State Park offers cabin units with full bathrooms and kitchen facilities, while Lake Ouachita State Park Campground provides rustic cabin options. Hot Springs National Park KOA features cabin units with varying levels of furnishings, some with private bathrooms and kitchenettes. Catherine's Landing and Treasure Isle R.V. Park both maintain cabin rentals for visitors seeking alternatives to tent or RV camping. One visitor noted, "The campground was a little hard to find, about 22 miles from I-30 but we found it. Check-in was easy, directions to our site clear."
Options range from tiny log cabins to spacious family-sized layouts. Several campgrounds operate cabins year-round, including Hot Springs National Park KOA and Lake Catherine State Park. Most cabin accommodations require advance reservations, particularly during summer months and holiday weekends. Pet policies vary by location, with many allowing pets for an additional fee. According to one visitor, "The staff is friendly and the sites are, for KOA standards, spacious." Crystal Ridge RV Park at Ron Coleman Mine offers basic cabin rentals for visitors primarily interested in crystal mining activities rather than luxury accommodations.
Most cabins include beds with mattresses but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities vary significantly between locations, from fully equipped kitchens at some Lake Catherine cabins to minimal cooking options at more rustic sites. On-site camp stores at KOA and state park locations stock basic provisions, though selection is limited. Hot Springs OffRoad Park provides simple cabin accommodations with limited amenities for visitors focused on trail riding activities. Brady Mountain cabins near Lake Ouachita offer water and electric hookups but limited interior amenities. Petit Jean State Park, though farther from Hot Springs Village, provides well-maintained cabin options with scenic views.
Best Cabin Campgrounds near Hot Springs Village (34)
1. Lake Catherine State Park Campground
"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 "
from $15 - $25 / night
Check Availability2. Lake Ouachita State Park Campground
"Definitely my favorite park in Arkansas so far. It’s a really big park at the lake with lots to do. I was there in the fall so I didn’t do any lake stuff but still had a great time tent camping."
"This is an absolutely beautiful state park 30 minutes Northwest of Hot Springs, Arkansas. It is massive with a Marina, multiple swimming beaches, RV and tent camping plus cabin rentals."
3. Hot Springs National Park KOA
"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."
4. Catherine's Landing
"The park is set on 400 acres with one mile bordering Lake Catherine and about eight or nine miles from downtown Hot Springs. "
"Located on Lake Catherine in Hot Springs, AR."
5. Crystal Ridge RV Park at Ron Coleman Mine
"We stayed in the tini cabin because it was 98* out, and we were sun burnt from digging crystals."
"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."
from $13 / night
Check Availability6. Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park
"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"
from $25 - $40 / night
Check Availability7. Treasure Isle R.V. Park
"Nice, quiet park. Laundry facilities nice and clean. Clean showers. Nice dog park. Management friendly. On lake, so some boat noise."
"Great space on our lot, WiFi for Verizon and ATT were great. Very accommodating staff, super friendly. Clean laundry facility. Would definitely visit again. Allowed to receive packages and wash my rv."
from $45 - $95 / night
Check Availability8. Brady Mountain
"After recent rains the lake level was high and several low water crossings on the road into park looked intimidating at night."
"Great 180 view of the lake and nice trees to hang a hammock on. Picnic tables, electric & fire ring all at sites. Hot showers are available! The camp staff was VERY polite upon our arrival."
from $18 - $60 / night
Check Availability9. Brady Mountain - Lake Ouachita
"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."
"the park was clean as any national park is. Lake Ouachita has over 210 Islands. I visited several each day on a kayak."
from $50 / night
Check Availability10. Hot Springs Offroad Park
"Car camped at tent site to visit HSNP and trail ride. Staff were plentiful and friendly."
from $15 - $375 / night
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Drive Time
- 28 min from Hot Springs, AR
- 57 min from Little Rock, AR
- 2 hrs 1 min from Texarkana, TX
- 2 hrs 38 min from Fort Smith, AR
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Cabin Reviews near Hot Springs Village, AR
459 Reviews of 34 Hot Springs Village Campgrounds
Samantha L.ScoutOuachita Campground at Edendell
Sites are closer together than what appears online—overall clean and well maintained. A hike to the bathhouse but there is one!
Katie D.
GuideLittle Rock North KOA
Older, but still nice
Facilities look dated, but staff was great. Had an electrical problem on our pole after we were already set up and working. Allowed us to use neighboring site electricity, and started fixing ours. Lots of mature trees. Right off interstate so decent amount of road noise, but not a big deal.
- CChris A.
LegendCatherine's Landing
Here for Grand Design Rally, but will come back
Nice, spacious, clean rv park with solid amenities. Very near lots of outdoor activities and Hot Springs National Park
Martha R.ScoutCrystal Ridge RV Park at Ron Coleman Mine
Great place does need some attention.
Been camping here for a few years now. Quiet at night. Clean bathroom and showers. Campground a little rocky and hilly. Some sites need some attention, minor water dripping or damage to facets mostly great place. Wonderful hosts. Gary and Michele. Good price.
- hhailey T.Scout
Ouachita Campground at Edendell
Beautiful campground!!
Me and my husband loved this campground!! There were tons of lots to choose from and it felt very private. There were hot showers which is a huge bonus when you’re camping! The owners showed us around and are very friendly and nice to talk to.
katie D.ScoutHot Springs National Park KOA
Hot Springs
The camp ground is hilly, but all the site are flat and level, the basic site comes with a picnic table, electric, water, and a fire ring. The staff are very friendly and helpful, as we were a last minute check in. The bathroom facilities are very clean, air conditioned, and individual room that include a nice size shower. They have a very nice pool and offer shuttle service into Hot Springs!!
- Melinda E.
TravelerPetit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park
Phenomenal Vacation!
We stayed a week at Petit Jean in one of their gorgeous cabins. It was a wonderful experience that I would highly recommend. The check-in and check-out was easy. Finding the cabin was easy with the directions and map we were given. They were clearly marked, with parking for two vehicles, as they were setup like a duplex. The cabin was beautiful and clean, inside and out. There was a large, heavy, all wood porch swing on each side. Relaxing in it was a peaceful experience, listening to the sounds of birds and the breeze through the tall pines. Inside it was all beautifully stained wood and roomy enough for two people, much like a hotel room, except for the cathedral ceiling. In fact, the setup was better than most hotel rooms we have stayed in. There was a mini-fridge with a small freezer, microwave, coffee pot(with coffee, cups, creamer, sugar, etc,) a Keurig, blow-dryer, iron, ironing board, and broom. It had all the toiletries: soap, shampoo, conditioner, tissue, cups. The open closet had plenty of shelving and hangers for clothing and bags. The bathroom was standard with water that quickly got hot for your bath or shower. There were two full size beds with comfortable mattresses, plenty of pillows and warm bedding, with a nightstand between. There were plugs to charge your phone and a landline. There was also a fireplace, however it was locked closed. The air unit in the room had cooling/heating that was easy to operate and sufficiently cool. We were near the highway, close to the lodge, but did not hear traffic while in the cabin. Parking at Mather Lodge is just like any other, with a short, easy walk to the entrance. Once inside, you pass the check-in desk, a small, well-stocked gift shop,(with something for every age,) an open meeting area and bar before reaching the restaurant. It is beautifully constructed from large logs stained and polished to a gleaming shine. From floor to ceiling, it is the epitome of rugged elegance. We ate breakfast and dinner exclusively at the lodge. The food was exemplary, every meal, cooked to perfection and delicious. The atmosphere was relaxing and we were never rushed or made to feel as if we overstayed our welcome. The service was fast, even when every table was occupied. The servers were friendly and attentive. We had only one server, one time that was"less than," maybe she was new, not sure, but we did not see her again. Tommy, Thomas, Jessie, Brad, Rebekah, and Lindsay were all so pleasant, always greeting us, even when they weren't our servers, remembering us and making us feel like family. The view of the gorge with it's tall trees and towering rock formations was incredible! There was a common area behind the lodge, just outside the restaurant with tables, chairs and benches for observing the gorge, taking photos, relaxing and socializing. You could walk right down to the edge of the huge flat rocks for photos with a stunning background. We spent every evening there, watching the exquisite sunsets. This place is a nature lovers paradise. There is a pool surrounded by loungers behind and to the side of the lodge. It was clean and well-kept with a small waterfall at one end. Thick thirsty towels are provided for your convenience. The grounds are beautifully maintained. We never saw or heard a mower but the grass was cut to perfection and there wasn't a single piece of litter in the entire park. At check-in we were given a map, brochure and weekly schedule of events/tours at the park. The map was very necessary for navigating around this extensive park of which the lodge area was only a small part. The brochure described the hikes and other available activities(such as climbing and repelling) with descriptions of what could be observed, length and difficulty levels. Trust the brochure! If it says strenuous, it is. Plan accordingly. There were four ranger guided tours the week we were there. We took two of them. They were genuinely interesting and pleasurable. Baron, our ranger, was exceedingly knowledgeable about the geology, animal and plant life and history of the area. Exceptionally so, for someone who was seemingly so young. He was attentive to the needs of those attending the tours, stopping to rest if necessary and moving a bit slower for us older folks. He was so affable and easy to talk with, it seemed as if we were old friends. Willing to spend extra time after the tours, talking with us, was an indication of how much he enjoyed his job. We were very appreciative of someone of his character and enjoyed spending time with him. He is the perfect model of what one would think a park ranger is and should be! Any hike can be taken unguided and there are plenty of them. In fact, we had plans to go outside the park on other hikes, but never made it off the property for those. We actually did not have enough time to do all we wanted to do within the park. If you are looking for a phenomenal vacation, this is the trip you should take!
Jessica K.ScoutOuachita Campground at Edendell
Beautiful place to stay
The scenery is lovely with so many options for how you can stay there. The owners are helpful and very friendly.
Guide to Hot Springs Village
Lake Catherine and Lake Ouachita serve as the primary natural backdrops for cabin accommodations near Hot Springs Village, Arkansas. These water bodies, part of the Ouachita Mountain region, provide visitors with access to clear water recreation while staying in weatherproof structures. Cabin rentals operate year-round at several locations, with peak demand occurring between May and September when daytime temperatures average 85-95°F.
What to do
Waterfall hiking: Lake Catherine State Park offers hiking opportunities with cascading water features. "We absolutely love it here. Wonderful trails, fishing, cabins and camp sites and tons of photo opportunities. The waterfall was flowing a little on the low side. That's not unusual since it is the end of summer," notes Tina B.
Crystal digging: Crystal Ridge RV Park provides cabin access near crystal mining. "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," reports Justin M.
Ropes course activities: Catherine's Landing features adventure elements beyond basic cabin amenities. "The climbing and ropes course is enormous and will make any kid's jaw drop in disbelief. There's an affiliated zip line just outside of the park," explains Taylor D.
Lake activities: Lake Ouachita State Park cabins offer water access with rental equipment. "The cabins are beyond wonderful to stay in and well worth the price. Beautiful scenery and tons of activities for the whole family to enjoy. The rangers were great and offered a variety of informational classes and hikes," shares Josh H.
What campers like
Cabin privacy: Lake Catherine State Park Campground offers sufficient space between structures. "The camp sites are spaced for privacy and are level for both campers and tents. The facilities are updated and well maintained. The park has a couple hiking options along with the lake activities," states Chad K.
Modern cabin facilities: Petit Jean State Park maintains upgraded accommodations. "A loop pros: it's new, it's laid out ideally, full hook up sites with sewer, and plenty of gravel and concrete to keep from dealing with too much dirt, mud, sand," reports Ryan S.
Lakefront views: Brady Mountain cabins position visitors directly on the water. "Beautiful campsite right on Lake Ouachita. Site 61 is right on the water. PROs: lake views, spacious camp, cell service," explains Shiloh M.
Clean amenities: Hot Springs National Park KOA maintains sanitary cabin conditions. "Stayed 2 nights in a basic one room cabin. Had a double bed and bunk bed. Heat/air and cable tv. Clean and well kept. Porch swing, fire ring and water at the site. Friendly staff. Clean facilities," shares Rachael H.
What you should know
Seasonal cabin availability: Hot Springs National Park KOA operates throughout winter. "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," cautions Roxy V.
Cabin conditions vary: Crystal Ridge RV Park offers utilitarian accommodations. "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," notes Trevor B.
Reservation planning: Petit Jean State Park requires advance booking for cabins. "'Stays booked 93% of the year' -Park Office. It's really hard to get a reservation if you don't book at least a year out in A loop," warns Ryan S.
Distance considerations: Brady Mountain cabins require additional travel time. "We used this as our base while visiting Hot Springs. It took us about 30 minutes to get there, with the last few miles being down a somewhat curvy, yet easily navigable and very pretty road in the mountain," explains Carole G.
Tips for camping with families
Water activities: Catherine's Landing offers multiple water recreation options for children. "A paradise for everyone! The property is so peaceful and quiet. We came with little kids and they explored their hearts out. Along the river there's a trail and fun places for the kids to play and play," shares Lauren N.
Entertainment options: Catherine's Landing includes amenities beyond standard cabins. "Kid friendly. Great upkeep and sites that are easily accessible. Playground, splash pad, and pool. We were not able to access the pool because of the time of year, but we will definitely be back in warmer weather," reports Bridget C.
Educational opportunities: Lake Ouachita State Park provides family learning activities. "The staff is friendly and the sites are, for KOA standards, spacious. The rangers were great and offered a variety of informational classes and hikes. We will be back!" notes Josh H.
Hiking difficulty: Lake Catherine State Park offers trails for various age groups. "We really enjoyed hiking the Falls Branch Trail with my nieces (8 and 10 years old). I would highly recommend this trail. We will definitely camp here again," recommends Alison C.
Tips from RVers
Positioning considerations: Brady Mountain - Lake Ouachita offers multiple cabin layout options. "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.
Supply planning: Hot Springs National Park KOA requires advance provisioning. "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," suggests Roxy V.
Site selection: Treasure Isle R.V. Park offers varying cabin locations. "If you get a lakeside spot, they look lovely. But our spot was on gravel with little wiggle room. Low hanging wires were scary pulling into our site, scraping up against our ac units (13.5')," warns Stacy W.
Utility considerations: Brady Mountain cabins have limited hookups. "Great place. very nice place to stay if you want for hook. Easy access to Hot Springs. Only downside is no water at RV spots," notes Bob P.
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