Glamping near Royal, AR

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    Lake Ouachita State Park Campground and Catherine's Landing are among the top-rated glamping campgrounds near Royal, Arkansas, offering yurts and glamping tents with amenities far beyond traditional camping. Lake Ouachita offers waterfront glamping with spectacular lake views and comfortable furnished interiors. "Wow!!! What a magical experience! We arrived and Rene was incredibly welcoming," one guest shared about their glamping stay in the area. Catherine's Landing, situated on 400 acres with one mile bordering Lake Catherine, provides luxury yurts with private patios, climate control, and proximity to Hot Springs attractions. These accommodations include comfortable beds with linens, electricity, and convenient access to modern bathhouse facilities while maintaining an immersive natural experience.

    Visitors at these glamping destinations enjoy direct access to water recreation on Lake Ouachita and Lake Catherine. The parks maintain hiking trails through the Ouachita Mountains with varying difficulty levels suitable for all experience levels. Lake Ouachita State Park offers boat rentals and guided lake tours, including a special expedition to Bird Island to observe purple martins during July. A recent visitor mentioned, "There are plenty of activities to do while visiting this SP. Some of the activities may still be suspended due to Covid 19. In July they have a boat tour that costs $10 per person." Hot Springs National Park lies just 15 miles from some glamping sites, providing opportunities for thermal spring experiences and historic bathhouse tours. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound, with guests frequently spotting deer, squirrels, and various bird species from their comfortable glamping accommodations.

    Best Glamping Campgrounds near Royal (27)

      1. Lake Ouachita State Park Campground

      4.7(51)7mi from RoyalRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "There is a loop on a peninsula that are reserved for walking in your gear to a tent site. These sites have GREAT views of the lake."

      "Camping in the state park of lake ouachita in a tent. never. been. better. was on site T04 for tents and basically sites t01-t11(maybe 12) are on a small peninsula with the lake on both sides. you can"

      2. Lake Catherine State Park Campground

      4.6(86)19mi from RoyalRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "PROS  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"

      "Lake Catherine is a popular spot that’s on a first come first serve basis so arrive early. Most campsite have fire pits and grills. Nice space in between campsites."

      from $15 - $25 / night

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      3. Hot Springs National Park KOA

      4.6(25)13mi from RoyalRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "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."

      "Would like to revisit without our dogs to check out the theme park nearby next time!"

      4. Catherine's Landing

      4.8(26)14mi from RoyalRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "The park is set on 400 acres with one mile bordering Lake Catherine and about eight or nine miles from downtown Hot Springs. "

      "Gorgeous setting on pristine Lake Catherine close to historic Hot Springs. I was in lakefront site 123 for one night but would have liked to stay longer."

      5. Brady Mountain - Lake Ouachita

      4.5(10)5mi from RoyalRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "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."

      "On the lake and perfect for canoeing, but close to Hot Slrings if you want to tour the bathhouses or Dane the night away at the hotel."

      from $50 / night

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      6. Stephens Park Campground

      3.9(11)5mi from Royal9 sitesRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "Full hook ups, big campsites with table, fire pit, and level gravel. River is close by with playground. Booked up fast for us on the weekend. 20 to hot springs."

      "We arrived at this wonderful little COE with 9 sites and headed into back-in site 3 with FHUs. After we settled, we self-registered per instructions on the information board at the entrance."

      from $35 - $60 / night

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      7. DeGray Lake Resort State Park — De Gray State Park

      4.6(31)18mi from RoyalRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Lots of activities here, we stayed at the De Roche Ridge campsite area, love the view of the lake no matter which site you stay and enjoyed beautiful sunsets from ours."

      "Well maintained, lodge on site, family and pet friendly."

      8. Crystal Ridge RV Park at Ron Coleman Mine

      4.0(11)13mi from RoyalRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "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."

      "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."

      from $13 / night

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      9. COE Lake Ouachita Little Fir Campground

      4.0(6)15mi from Royal29 sitesRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "Beautiful location and you can park your RV or pitch your tent right by the lake. Is a bit remote so I recommend that you make sure you have everything you need before you head out this way."

      "Spots have good room and most have water and electricity. Not as maintained as other campgrounds but the isolation and quiet area are nice"

      from $22 / night

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      10. Cedar Fourche Campground

      3.3(3)11mi from RoyalRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "The only downside while we were there was the bathrooms were not open."

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    Glamping Reviews near Royal, AR

    497 Reviews of 27 Royal Campgrounds

    • kThe Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 25, 2026

      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.

    • Robyn Michelle S.
      Oct. 12, 2026

      Mill Pond Village RV Park

      Nice

      Nice quiet neighborly (most) pet friendly laundry showers wifi pool community gathering

    • CThe Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 2, 2026

      Catherine'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.The Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 1, 2026

      Crystal 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.

    • katie D.
      Sep. 16, 2026

      Hot 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.
      Aug. 20, 2026

      Petit 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!

    • SThe Dyrt Pro User
      Aug. 12, 2026

      Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park

      Arkansas's first state park

      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.

    • tom B.The Dyrt Pro User
      Aug. 10, 2026

      Crystal Ridge RV Park at Ron Coleman Mine

      Nicest people

      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.

    • Kimberly P.The Dyrt Pro User
      Jul. 28, 2026

      Lake Catherine State Park Campground

      Cute and busy

      We liked Lake Catherine State Park. My husband tried fishing, to no avail. I chose swimming and was also a little let down. The water by camp is extremely shallow. Even 50 ft from bank youre only in 2 ft of water.. so I opted for floating and it was perfect. My husband had my float tied around his waist while he waded around trying to fish. It was honestly magical. The bathrooms, which contain a couple of stalled showers, are some of the cleanest we've seen in all our travels. A lot of the sites are directly on the water and it looks like each group of sites has its own dock, so thats really cool. The waterfall had no falls bc it hasnt rained here in some time. There was a really nice shop that had ice, wood, souvenirs, a few groceries, and practical items like sunscreen and bug spray as well as rv stuff, like pipes and hoses. There is watercraft rental here but we didnt check that out. 2 nights cost us $52 for 30 amp, water hookup, right by the bathhouse and a site on the water. It was honestly worth it. Probably would have stayed longer if it had been a little cheaper though.

    Guide to Royal

    Lake Ouachita near Royal, Arkansas features over 210 islands and 975 miles of shoreline for camping and exploration. The crystal-clear water maintains visibility up to 30 feet deep in many areas, making it ideal for swimming and underwater adventures. Elevation in the region ranges from 578 feet to over 1,100 feet above sea level, creating varied terrain for hiking and diverse camping experiences.

    What to do

    Hiking trails with waterfall views: Visit Lake Catherine State Park Campground for accessible hiking options. "We really enjoyed hiking the Falls Branch Trail with my nieces (8 and 10 years old). I would highly recommend this trail," shares Alison C. The park offers multiple well-maintained trails with the popular waterfall as a highlight.

    Crystal mining excursions: Crystal Ridge RV Park provides convenient access to nearby crystal digging operations. "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," reports Justin M. Some campers even find small crystals within the campground itself.

    Boat and kayak rentals: At Lake Ouachita State Park Campground, affordable watercraft rentals let you explore the lake's many coves and islands. "Kayak rental was cheap (and didn't charge extra for staying out longer!)" notes Amanda H. The park offers various rental options from simple kayaks to larger pontoon boats.

    What campers like

    Spacious waterfront campsites: Brady Mountain - Lake Ouachita offers premium lakeside camping spots. "The park was clean as any national park is. Lake Ouachita has over 210 Islands. I visited several each day on a kayak," writes Kyle G. Campers appreciate the ability to leave kayaks on the beach near their sites.

    Clean, modern facilities: At Catherine's Landing, the amenities receive consistent praise. "Top notch RV campground that is well maintained and has a friendly professional staff. 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," Jennifer H. reports. The park maintains resort-quality facilities including a pool with waterfall.

    Wildlife observation opportunities: Campers frequently spot diverse wildlife from their sites. "Exceptionally lovely views, good wildlife, amazing sunsets," shares Lynn G. about Lake Ouachita State Park. Morning deer sightings and abundant bird watching opportunities enhance the natural experience.

    What you should know

    Limited cell coverage in some areas: Many campsites have spotty service. "The cell signal on the 'down the hill' portion of the campground is pretty non-existent," warns Melissa T. about Brady Mountain. Consider downloading offline maps before arrival.

    Campsite proximity varies by location: Some parks have tightly spaced sites. "My only complaint is that the campground was crowded and the spots were all very close together," notes Hannah L. about Lake Ouachita State Park. Research specific site numbers when booking.

    Reservation timing matters: Popular sites fill quickly, especially waterfront locations. "This SP will fill up quickly in the spring and fall, reservations are recommend," advises Chad K. about Lake Catherine State Park Campground. Plan to book several months ahead for peak season.

    Tips for camping with families

    Look for tent-friendly locations: Some campgrounds better accommodate tent campers than others. "We tent camped here in August, 2018 and in spite of the rain we had a beautiful experience. The tent sites are a small walk from the parking lot, and the parks provide a baggage cart on wheels to bring your stuff down," shares Deborah C. about Stephens Park Campground.

    Consider playground proximity: Catherine's Landing offers excellent facilities for children. "Kid friendly. Great upkeep and sites that are easily accessible. Playground, splash pad, and pool," reports Bridget C. The climbing and ropes course provides additional entertainment options.

    Pack water recreation gear: Natural water features make ideal play areas. "Along the river there's a trail and fun places for the kids to play and play. They made a 'treehouse' and it was hours worth of fun!" explains Lauren N. about Catherine's Landing. Water shoes are recommended for rocky shorelines.

    Tips from RVers

    Water access varies by campground: Some sites require special planning. "There are no water hook-ups at the sites, only electric. You have to tote your own water to and from the dispersed water spigots," explains Donna H. about Brady Mountain Campground. Bring extra water hoses at certain parks.

    Site leveling considerations: Many campgrounds have terraced or uneven sites. "Most sites were on an incline, so there was a lot of terracing w great use of railroad timbers and crushed rock," notes Amanda H. about Lake Ouachita State Park. Pack leveling blocks even for developed sites.

    Hookup placement differs by park: At Hot Springs National Park KOA, specialized RV setups are accommodated. "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," explains Chris H. Check hookup details when booking.

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