Hot 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.
2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Petit Jean State Park offers log cabin rentals with full amenities approximately 20 minutes from Morrilton, Arkansas, making it one of the top-rated cabin camping destinations in the region. The cabins include electricity, heating and air conditioning, private bathrooms, and furnished living spaces with tables, chairs and beds. Kitchen facilities vary between cabins, with most providing refrigerators, stovetops, and basic cooking equipment. Sunset Farm Treehouses provides unique elevated cabin experiences with toilet facilities and showers. "My family and I loved petit jean. We got to stay in a beautiful cabin for 3 days. The staff was excellent. We went hiking saw water falls and went to the pool."
Rustic cabin options range from basic accommodations to fully-equipped rentals at Lake Dardanelle State Park, Hot Springs National Park KOA, and Little Rock North KOA. Most cabins require advance reservations, especially during summer months when availability becomes limited. Pet policies vary by location—Petit Jean State Park and several KOA campgrounds permit pets in select cabins, while Sunset Farm Treehouses does not allow pets. According to a visitor, "The campground is split into two main sections. Section A is on the lake-side of the main road. It is full hook-up with very level sites."
Most cabin rentals provide furniture and basic kitchen equipment but require guests to bring linens, towels, and personal items. Cooking facilities vary significantly—some cabins offer full kitchens while others provide only basic amenities like microwaves or outdoor grills. Crystal Ridge RV Park at Ron Coleman Mine and Indian Lakes Resort maintain on-site camp stores for basic supplies. Petit Jean State Park includes a lodge with restaurant service for those preferring not to cook during their stay. Lake Ouachita State Park cabins typically include water and electric hookups but limited cooking facilities.
"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
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
from $200 - $300 / night
"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
"This Campground is quiet, secluded jewel in Clinton, Arkansas. Tall trees everywhere you look. Every campsite is shaded. Perfectly spaced trees for the hammock lovers."
"Tall trees, a lake, and nicely spaced out sites. Loved it."
Available this weekend
from $18 - $50 / 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"
from $25 - $35 / night
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.
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.
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.
We stopped to camp here on a Sunday night because it was convenient to where we were headed. It is off the beaten path so it was nice and quiet. There were only a few campers but although there is a beach that had families playing and swimming, it cleared out by 7PM. Our campsite was nice but the ground was hard and full of rocks, which made tent stakes useless, but our tent will function without them. The facilities were old and dated but they were clean and neat and the family who owns the campground were really nice and friendly. All in all, a good experience and a restful nights sleep for $30 a night.
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!!
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!
Well maintained state park especially for its age. All sites have a picnic table, ground grill, and tent pad. Roads and campsites are paved. Nicely spaced sites. Clean bathhouse.
We stayed in the tini cabin because it was 98* out, and we were sun burnt from digging crystals. It had an AC, shower, full bathroom, kitchen, TV, a charcoal grill with charcoal, and the camp host brought over fire wood with no charge.
Here for an overnight and it was a great night at this KOA. Pool, trails, lake were fantastic. In a camper B RV so no issues navigating to the camp using the Google Maps way. If you are in a big rig RV, it’ll be tight.
Cabin camping near Morrilton, Arkansas offers diverse accommodations in the Ozark foothills, with most options situated between 300-600 feet elevation. The region experiences four distinct seasons with hot summers reaching 90°F and mild winters rarely dipping below 30°F. Fall camping from September through November provides moderate temperatures and colorful foliage displays throughout the surrounding mountains.
Hiking to waterfalls: Petit Jean State Park provides multiple trail options leading to Cedar Falls, a 95-foot waterfall. "If in Arkansas, Petit Jean State Park is a must. With a ton of trails, lodge, restaurant, and waterfalls it is a nature lovers dream," notes Andrew S., who recommends visiting during spring or fall for optimal views.
Crystal mining: The area near Crystal Ridge RV Park at Ron Coleman Mine offers unique mining experiences. "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., adding that some visitors even find crystals in their campsite.
Wildlife viewing: Lake Ouachita State Park serves as a wildlife sanctuary where visitors can observe various bird species and small mammals. "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!" shares Jill B., who visited during spring.
Lake activities: Fishing and boating are popular at several area lakes. "The lake was gorgeous! I wish we had more time to walk trails, but we were just stopping for the night," notes Hannah L. about Lake Ouachita, which features multiple access points for watercraft.
Private shower facilities: Many campers appreciate the individual bathroom setups at Lake Dardanelle State Park. "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!" David B. specifically mentions this as a highlight of his stay.
Lakefront camping sites: Access to water views ranks high among camper preferences. "From the loop A, great view to the lake. A lot of hiking around," reports Perrine C. about Petit Jean State Park, where many sites offer direct lake views.
Shaded camping areas: The region's tree coverage provides natural temperature control. "This Campground is quiet, secluded jewel in Clinton, Arkansas. Tall trees everywhere you look. Every campsite is shaded. Perfectly spaced trees for the hammock lovers," describes Natalie E. about Choctaw campground.
Cabin convenience: Many parks offer cabin options beyond traditional camping. "The cabins are beyond wonderful to stay in and well worth the price," notes Josh H. about Lake Ouachita State Park's cabin rentals, which provide more creature comforts than tent camping.
Campsite selection matters: Different loops within the same park offer vastly different experiences. At Little Rock North KOA, "We arrived late at night, so didn't get to see much. Very easy to navigate the park. The staff was EXTREMELY friendly and kind!" reports Michael C., emphasizing the importance of researching specific sites.
Seasonal popularity: Most cabin rentals require advance planning, particularly during peak seasons. "It's really hard to get a reservation if you don't book at least a year out in A loop," Ryan S. notes about Petit Jean State Park, adding that certain sections remain "booked 93% of the year" according to park staff.
Facility variations: Bathroom and shower facilities vary significantly between parks. Some offer basic amenities while others provide more comfortable options. "The showers are not very private other than a nasty mildewed shower curtain, but there is no where to dry off or dress that is private," Shana D. warns about certain sections of Petit Jean State Park.
Nuclear plant proximity: Some campers are surprised by the view at Lake Dardanelle. "I had no idea what the Nuclear Evacuation signs were for since I am not from the area. This campground would be five stars if there was not a nuclear power plant in view from my camp site," notes Matt S., though he still rates his experience highly.
Kid-friendly amenities: Indian Lakes Resort offers unique water features. "Beautiful area with great fishing, swimming (water slides & diving boards in the middle of the lake) and fun for the whole family," shares Carson C., who found the staff very friendly despite noting a lack of campsite signage.
Educational experiences: Several parks feature interpretive centers with exhibits. "Petit Jean State Park is a must... The Cedar Falls hike is beautiful and a quick fun adventure. I recommend going to the Petit Jean Grave. The view is vast!" recommends Sondra M., highlighting activities suitable for various age groups.
Noise considerations: Different camping areas have varied noise policies. "Quiet park that enforces the quiet time rule after 9:00," Jason R. notes about Petit Jean State Park, making it suitable for families who need consistent sleep schedules.
Accessibility factors: Consider mobility needs when selecting sites. "This campground is better suited to large RVs than to our teardrop trailer. Site number 28 was very tight. We were cramped in between two large RVs and next to a road so there was no privacy at all," warns Amy H. about Lake Dardanelle State Park.
Site leveling challenges: Many campgrounds in the Ozark foothills require equipment for leveling. "We stayed in space 55 and had a great view of the lake and the beautiful sunsets. Our friends stayed in space 1. It was more shady but didn't have a view of the lake," shares Brenda A. about Hot Springs National Park KOA, highlighting the tradeoffs between views and shade.
Seasonal tree considerations: Several reviews mention challenges with tree coverage. "The paved areas (including the RV pads) are a bit rough, but ok. Leveling pads were needed for our site. Lots of crystals just laying around also. Something out of the control of the campground, but the Oakworms were crazy. That's not rain you hear falling from the trees!" Wayne J. cautions about Crystal Ridge RV Park.
Hookup variations: RV sites vary significantly in available connections. "Many 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," Ryan S. notes about Petit Jean State Park's B loop, adding that "some sites have water and the picnic table on the opposite sides of the camper."
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