Cabins near Mayflower, Arkansas provide access to the diverse landscapes of the Ouachita Mountains and Arkansas River Valley. Most cabin accommodations sit at elevations between 300-700 feet, providing moderate temperatures year-round with hot, humid summers and mild winters. Rainfall averages 50 inches annually, creating lush forests surrounding many cabin rentals.
What to do
Hiking to waterfalls: Cedar Falls at Petit Jean State Park is a popular destination for cabin guests, with a moderate difficulty trail. "We spent most of our days hiking the many trails the park is known for. It was at peak Dogwood season, so the understory of the Forest was beautiful!" notes a visitor to Petit Jean State Park.
Lakefront fishing: Many cabin rentals offer direct lake access for fishing. A reviewer at Indian Lakes Resort mentioned, "Beautiful area with great fishing, swimming (water slides & diving boards in the middle of the lake) and fun for the whole family. The staff were also very friendly."
Disc golf course: Catherine's Landing features a full disc golf course that winds through the property. "Lots of amenities like disc golf, hiking trails, pool, zip line course, lake access and two dog parks that were the cleanest I've seen at an rv park," explains a camper who visited the cabin area.
What campers like
Private bathroom facilities: Many cabin guests appreciate having individual bathroom spaces. At Lake Dardanelle State Park, a camper shared, "The first night when we went to the shower house we got a big surprise! 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!!!"
Water recreation options: Lake Catherine offers multiple water activities. "We absolutely love it here. Wonderful trails, fishing, cabins and camp sites and tons of photo opportunities," mentions a visitor to Lake Catherine State Park.
Unique elevated accommodations: For those seeking specialty cabins, Sunset Farm Treehouses provides elevated options. While reviews are limited as it's a newer listing, these tree-based cabins offer a different perspective on forest accommodation.
What you should know
Reservation timing matters: Popular cabin sites book up quickly, especially waterfront options. One visitor to Petit Jean State Park noted, "A loop cons: '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."
Highway noise levels: Some cabins near interstates may have road noise. A visitor to Little Rock North KOA shared, "The only downside was the traffic noise from the interstate, but that was to be expected."
Nuclear plant visibility: Some cabins on Lake Dardanelle have views of the nuclear cooling tower. "This campground would be five stars if there was not a nuclear power plant in view from my camp site," a reviewer mentioned about Lake Dardanelle State Park.
Tips for camping with families
Playground accessibility: When booking cabins with children, check playground proximity. A visitor to Hot Springs National Park KOA mentioned, "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."
Water features for kids: Some cabin areas offer splash pads or pool access. "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," noted a Catherine's Landing visitor.
Nature education options: Some park visitor centers offer educational exhibits. A Lake Dardanelle guest mentioned, "Great welcome center with aquarium displays that are quite informative. The location is close to many of the region's other recreation areas, trails, and Russellville is close enough to ensure you are well stocked."
Tips from RVers
Site leveling requirements: Many cabin areas with RV sites require leveling blocks. About Petit Jean State Park, a camper noted, "Many sites are unlevel and require significant leveling chocks to get it truly level."
Cabin access for larger vehicles: Some cabin areas have limited turning radius for large vehicles. "Easy access for a KOA, we have a cyclone 4270 (44' triple axel 5th wheel) which is pushing it for most KOA's. We landed a pull through just behind the office and on way out of curve in road so we slide right in," explained a Little Rock North KOA visitor.
Hookup locations: Utility placement varies between cabin and RV sites. A Lake Dardanelle visitor mentioned, "The electric and water hookups in 'D' area are in strange locations at each site," which is useful information for RVers considering cabin alternatives.
