Lake Ouachita State Park Campground and Lake Catherine State Park Campground offer cabin accommodations near Mountain Pine, Arkansas. Cabins at Lake Ouachita feature electricity, air conditioning, and basic furnishings including beds, tables, and chairs. Lake Catherine's cabins provide similar amenities with the addition of full kitchens in some units and screened porches overlooking the water. Most cabins include private bathrooms with showers, while some more rustic options require guests to use nearby bathhouse facilities. Hot Springs National Park KOA provides basic one-room cabins with double beds, bunk beds, heat/air conditioning, and cable television. "Stayed 2 nights in a basic one room cabin. 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."
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Lake Ouachita offers standard cabins with lake views while Catherine's Landing provides more upscale cabin rentals with modern amenities. Most cabins require advance reservations, particularly during summer months when availability becomes limited. Pet policies vary by location—some cabins at Catherine's Landing are pet-friendly while others prohibit animals entirely. Treasure Isle R.V. Park and Brady Mountain also offer cabin rentals with varying levels of amenities. A recent review noted, "I peeked into one of the cabins and they look really nice. They also have camper cabins that have heat/air but no bathroom."
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities vary widely—from fully equipped kitchens with refrigerators, stoves, and microwaves in premium cabins to simple countertops with coffee makers in more basic units. Cooking equipment, dishware, and utensils are typically not provided in rustic cabins. Small camp stores at Lake Ouachita State Park and Hot Springs National Park KOA stock essential items, though selection is limited. Firewood is available for purchase at most locations for outdoor cooking on fire rings or grills that accompany many cabin sites. One camper shared: "Outside is a nice deck, propane stove, water faucet, fire ring, picnic table and bbq pit."
"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."
$15 - $25 / night
"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 "
"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."
"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."
$45 - $95 / night
"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."
$16 - $50 / night
"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."
$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."
"the park was clean as any national park is. Lake Ouachita has over 210 Islands. I visited several each day on a kayak."
$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."
"Beautiful State Park. Full hookup, paved and level pads with picnic table, fire ring, grill, tent pad, lantern pole. Bathhouse clean and well maintained."
"Well maintained, lodge on site, family and pet friendly."
"Close to Oaklawn Horse Track."
RangerStayed 2 nights in a basic one room cabin. 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. Porch swing, fire ring and water at the site. Friendly staff. Clean facilities. Pool is small. Dog play area and kids playground. Good location for exploring hot springs area.
RangerDefinitely 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. There’s a nice hiking trail to explore. Also, the bathrooms were the cleanest I’ve ever seen at a state park. All the tent sites have a gravel pad, grill, picnic table and fire ring. There are also walk in tent sites on the peninsula which are nice and quiet. If you get one at the end I’d say it’s probably 200 meters to the parking lot and bathrooms. I peeked into one of the cabins and they look really nice. They also have camper cabins that have heat/air but no bathroom. In all there are 93 RV/tent sites, 8 cabins and 4 camper cabins. The park is also near Hot Springs so there is lots to do.
LegendCatherine’s Landing is a great RV park with lots of amenities and things happening. This park is an RVC Outdoor Destination property which is known for their “resort” amenities. The park is set on 400 acres with one mile bordering Lake Catherine and about eight or nine miles from downtown Hot Springs.
All roads, sites and patios are paved and this is definitely a big rig-friendly park. Every site has water, 50/30 amp, sewer, cable, and wifi. Fire pits and picnic tables accompany all sites. There are a variety of sites ranging from waterfront back-in, pull-thrus, or interior back-in. Waterfront sites have a nice view of the lake from the back of the site and access for fishing. The park also has yurts and cottages (some of which are pet-friendly). Adjacent to the yurts is a nice, large covered picnic area with grills, a dish washing station.
Lots and lots of amenities here. Hiking trails, swimming pool, fitness center, lounge, playground, dog park, zip-line, boat rental, boat launch, store, and disc golf. Some amenities (boat rentals and zip-line) are an extra charge.
Hot Springs is a nice little town nestled in the Ouachita Mountains with interesting history and natural beauty. We found plenty to do from hiking the National Park to learning about the bathhouse history to discovering the gangster influence. We spent four nights and could have stayed longer with all that the town offers. Most people come here to bathe in the soothing warm mineral waters but there is also a horse racetrack, science museum, off road track, water/theme park, alligator farm, and a few museums. Hot Springs National Park has miles and miles of great hiking trails and a great place to spend an afternoon. The town of Hot Springs is very dog-friendly and we found many places that would allow them in and on the patio for lunch.
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GuideThis 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.
We stayed in campground Area A, on a concrete pad with tons of space around the camper. Many RV sites overlook Lake Ouachita, though ours didn’t.
If you are there over a weekend, I highly recommend taking the sunset tour by the park service at the marina. It is two hours, $10 per adult and stunning. With the recent heat wave it was also much cooler then the afternoon cruises.
LegendLet me just start this out by saying, selecting a spot in Arkansas you are overwhelmed with options. State parks flourish and individual campgrounds seem to be countless. When traveling to the Hot Springs area It was a toss up as to which location would bear suit my journey, not only as a campground but as a part of the adventure. I elected to try Lake Catherine State Park, located just 10 miles outside of Hot Springs.
What sold me on this site were the numerous hiking trails, but what surprised me when I arrived were the lakeside water rentals located on premise as well as the actual beach recreation area.
I arrived later in the day and quickly made my camp in the primitive tent area. These sites have no water or electric hook ups however a very nice restroom facilities within 100 yards. They also boast a playground for the kids, not the only of the site. I was greeted by other campers and the sense of community was high at this facility.
My campsite included a table and grill and was nearby a fire ring. The area was much flatter than many camp areas and made for a quick site selection. In the distance deer grazed as the sun was setting.
The next morning I ventured toward the marina and was excited to find they have numerous boats for any level of experience available. Larger units available for full or half day use and smaller units for full or half day along with by the hour.
Hiking trails were my next stop after learning of the various skill levels including ADA accessible, moderate and difficult.
In addition to primitive camping the park offers RV and non-primitive tent camping. Also available are Yurt and Cabin rentals.
Office contains limited food and beverage options as well as supplies for lake visitors and a full picnic area overlooking the beach. Bathrooms and washrooms are scattered throughout the park and are kept impeccably clean with high water pressure.
Cell signal was good even on the remote trails during my stay.
This is by far one of the nicest parks I have camped not only on this journey but on any. Staff was knowledgeable about the park and others of the state and very helpful.
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Easy 5 of 5 Bunnies. I will return!
TravelerOur 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.
GuideWe 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. 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. We were late check-ins and they were extremely accommodating by placing our paperwork on the check-in board for us. Even in the dark our site was easy to find. They offer RV, cabin rentals, and tent sites. We tent camp and the pad was of good size with a fire ring, picnic table and pea gravel. Most all of the tent sites are located with tree shade above them (note: not enough trees that you could hang hammocks or tarps though). There is a small pond that looked as though they allow family fishing in. "Grandpa's Griddle" is a small kitchen on site that they offer home-cooked breakfast to be purchased from in the morning. Mostly simple items: biscuits & gravy, breakfast sandwiches, eggs & bacon, etc. The restrooms / showers were all very clean. We did not go in to the National Park, but it looked very pretty from what we could see. The view of the mountains in the morning was very pretty to wake up to.
Pandemic note: Even though the pandemic was still going on (visited on 5/28/20-5/29/20), no one was really wearing masks here. We did since we were traveling but were the only ones I saw.
The photos are of the pond and some of the super cute vintage RVs that we saw there.
I would recommend staying here.
LegendPROS
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
GuideLocated on Lake Catherine in Hot Springs, AR. This privately owned campground has it all: level paved camping pads, 30/50 amp electrical hookups, sewer, cable, picnic tables, fire rings and grilling stations. Several sites are located right on the waterfront of Lake Catherine. They have some of the nicest showers/bathrooms I’ve ever seen in a park! Lake access, water toy rentals, swimming pool, and a zip line! Easy access to downtown Hot Springs. Not many mature trees and campsites are close, but large size to accommodate any sized rigs. We enjoyed our stay there.
Lake Ouachita and Lake Catherine state parks offer cabin accommodations within 30 minutes of Mountain Pine, Arkansas. Lake Ouachita State Park sits on a peninsula jutting into Arkansas' largest lake with over 40,000 acres of water surface and 200+ islands. Most cabin rentals in this region require advance reservations, with availability limited during summer months when temperatures regularly reach 90°F.
Hike to waterfalls: Lake Catherine State Park features several hiking trails, including the popular Falls Branch Trail. "We really enjoyed hiking the Falls Branch Trail with my nieces (8 and 10 years old). I would highly recommend this trail," notes a visitor at Lake Catherine State Park Campground.
Explore islands by boat: Lake Ouachita contains more than 200 islands perfect for exploration. "Lake Ouachita has over 210 Islands. I visited several each day on a kayak. I arrived at Memorial Day and basically had the place to myself," shares a camper at Brady Mountain - Lake Ouachita.
Try disc golf: Catherine's Landing offers a disc golf course on property. "Kid friendly. Great upkeep and sites that are easily accessible. Playground, splash pad, and pool," reports a visitor who enjoyed the various recreational options available.
Ranger programs: Park rangers offer educational sessions about local wildlife and ecology. "The rangers were great and offered a variety of informational classes and hikes. We will be back!" shares a visitor at Lake Ouachita State Park Campground.
Waterfront access: Many cabin sites provide direct water access for swimming and fishing. "Great camping spot right on Lake Ouachita. Site 61 is right on the water. PROs: lake views, spacious camp, cell service," notes a camper at Brady Mountain.
Boat rentals: Several parks offer affordable watercraft rentals. "Kayak rental was cheap (and didn't charge extra for staying out longer!)" says a visitor who enjoyed exploring the lake. Canoes, kayaks, and pontoon boats are available at various locations around Mountain Pine.
Arrival timing: Some access roads can be challenging in certain conditions. "Plan on arriving during daylight hours or you might think you have lost the way. After recent rains the lake level was high and several low water crossings on the road into park looked intimidating at night," advises a visitor at Brady Mountain.
Cell service: Connectivity varies widely between locations. "The cell service was minimal (1 bar) but a cell booster gave us full service," reports a camper at Lake Ouachita. AT&T and Verizon generally provide better coverage than other carriers in this area.
Bathroom facilities: Quality and proximity of bathrooms vary by location. "Bathrooms were awesome but a little bit of a hike from where we were," notes a tent camper at Lake Ouachita who appreciated the facilities despite the distance.
Book waterfront sites early: Lakefront cabin sites offer the best experience but fill quickly. "Our campsite backed up to the lake, so we had a great view. The campsite was a great size and well spaced out from our neighbors. There were trees to hang our hammocks," shares a family at Lake Catherine State Park Campground.
Pack hammocks: Many sites have suitable trees for hammocks. "The sites were pretty close to each other, and some people might not prefer that. There was a family reunion happening while we were there, so that feature was pretty convenient for them," notes a visitor describing the social setup at lakeside sites.
Check swimming conditions: Swimming areas vary seasonally with lake levels. "We enjoyed the hiking trails and rented a few kayaks. It's a great lake for kayaking as the water was calm and there were only a couple of boats on the water," reports a family who found multiple ways to enjoy the lake.
Level your rig properly: Many cabin and RV sites require adjustment. "Lots of sites were on an incline, so there was a lot of terracing w great use of railroad timbers and crushed rock. Most sites were FULL HookUps. All had crushed rock pad for tent," explains an RVer at Hot Springs National Park KOA.
Reserve waterfront spots: Premium sites with lake views book months ahead. "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 a visitor comparing different site options.
Prepare for varying hookup layouts: Site configurations differ between parks. "If you're going out with your rv and you've got multiple waste port, this place has multiple lines in the sites for front and back tanks," notes an RVer appreciating the thoughtful design of the sites.
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