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Lake Dardanelle State Park near Russellville offers cabin accommodations with full hookups and modern amenities. The cabins provide comfortable lodging with electric service, climate control, and proximity to the lake. A review noted that "The spots are spacious and aesthetically nice, wood and charcoal grills at the ready, most are shaded well, the shower/restrooms are air conditioned and spacious." Petit Jean State Park, located approximately 30 miles from Russellville, features well-appointed cabins with scenic views and access to hiking trails. Mount Magazine State Park also provides cabin rentals with electricity, running water, and furnishings for visitors seeking comfort while enjoying the natural surroundings.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Lake Dardanelle cabins accommodate families with spacious layouts, while more secluded options exist at Mount Magazine and Petit Jean for those seeking privacy. Most cabins require advance reservations, especially during summer months when occupancy rates peak. Pet policies vary by location, with Lake Dardanelle State Park allowing pets in certain cabins. A camper wrote, "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."
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities vary between locations, with some offering full kitchens while others provide only basic cooking equipment. Nearby markets in Russellville stock groceries and camping supplies, though items at park stores typically cost more. Mack's Pines and Byrd's Adventure Center maintain on-site stores with essential items. Cabin guests should check specific amenity lists when booking to determine what personal items to pack, as furnishing levels differ substantially between parks and private 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
Check Availability"The park is clean and decently maintained. Great welcome center with aquarium displays that are quite informative."
"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."
"Nice shady spot with a picnic table, grill and fire pit. Was also a space for a tent. The picnic table had a few steps up to it."
"Not a glamping campground, but beautiful peaceful change. Only 16 sites, with only 2, 50 amp sites. We were lucky enough to get one. Site is huge and private."
from $35 / night
Check Availability"There are some trails nearby, but the area and trails are really designed for ATVs."
"short drives from the campgrounds to beautiful scenery with a little bit of research, or ask greg. alot are even accessible by car. take the 30 min drive to hillbillys lims bbq as well."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"We stayed as a group (three families with 7 kiddos total, ranging from 6-15), across two adjacent sites: 1 & 3."
"There is swimming, boating, (stocked) fishing, hiking, and pretty drives. Absolutely beautiful lake surrounded by green that would be incredible in the fall!"
"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."
"This lake and the trails around it were absolutely gorgeous. Not far from Mt Magazine and the water was so clean and the campgrounds were fantastic."
"We enjoyed our stay at Cove Lake. The campsite we stayed at was right on the lake with a pretty view of the nearby mountains. The swimming area is pretty large and nice."
from $15 - $35 / night
Check Availability"Steep and fun drive to get to this campground. Sites are big and spaces are wide creating a very nice experience. Short hike from the campground is the overlook road and the views are incredible!"
"But on cloudy days, hikes on the various trails are surreal! And it’s only a short hike to the tallest point in AR - 2753ft above sea level"
"The facility is located on 800 acres surrounded by the Ozark National Forest and Mulberry River."
"The store is well stocked an has ice cream and fresh foods. The restaurant is pretty awesome as well. Food is YUM!"
from $10 - $22 / night
Check Availability"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
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ScoutWe 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.
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.
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.
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.
LegendPROS
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 shady
Good condition asphalt parking pad with gravel and grass surrounding
Good view of lake from Site 14
Sites well spaced
Campground A toilet/shower building clean and sufficiently stocked. Heated but not air conditioned.
Site 14 more than long enough for trailer and tow vehicle
Dark sky friendly as there are no street lights in Campground A
Very nice 6ft wide asphalt bike trail from Campground B to Mather Lodge
(approximately 1.75 miles) CCC Hike and Bike Trail
New Visitor Center built 2021
Beautiful CCC built Mather Lodge
(restaurant added in 2012)
Grass throughout campground mowed
Firewood sold in the yards of residences along State Road 154
CONS
Site 14 extremely unlevel side to side
No privacy from other campsites
No entrance security gate to the park or any campgrounds as State Road 154 cuts thru the park
No park ranger drive thrus
Mather Lodge Restaurant OK. Don't expect much from the menu or service but it has a full bar
3 of our 4 day stay there was a religious group prophetlytizing at the Park Visitor Center WIFI only at Lodge and Visitors Center
NO TMOBILE service
GuideCamping 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 go swimming in the lake right off the back of your campsite. they have charcoal grills at each site as well as a fire pit that has a grill over itnfor cooking things over the fire. there is a concrete pad with a picnic table as well as a separate pad on compacted dirt for your tent and then plenty of space in your campsite for other things. you can’t beat the views. the bathrooms are the cleanest an moat upsated Ive seen in a camp ground (and I’ve worked in one) and the showers are great. never felt afraid of wild animals roaming the sites while walking to the bathroom in the dark or anything. the staff in the office is friendly. they offer boat rentals for cheap as well as expeditions to partake in. theres also camper and rv sites and cabIns available, a marina to bring your boat, and fun activities for kids! theres a few different trails to hike around the campground. we went on a moderate 4 mile hike and walked to the trailhead from the campsIte. a great hike with awesome views of the lake and you dont have to drive to the trailhead! couldn’t recommend this place enough!
TravelerWe 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!
GuideWe stayed at an RV site at Cameron Campground, #2. Nice shady spot with a picnic table, grill and fire pit. Was also a space for a tent. The picnic table had a few steps up to it.
This site is at the entrance, we might have preferred something at the back. Everyone coming in or out drove by our spot. But the neighbors were all very quiet.
The bathhouse had two showers, several toilets.
Several signs up say beware of bears, but we didn't see any.
We saw LOTS of deer.
Be prepared for a long winding road up the mountain. It's not overly steep, but it takes a while to get ANYWHERE in this part of Arkansas.
Went to Cove Lake (11 miles away, about a 20 minute drive) to fish, but didn't stay long, and didn't catch anything. Cove lake has camping but no hookups.
LegendAwesome Small Campground! What a gem! Not a glamping campground, but beautiful peaceful change. Only 16 sites, with only 2, 50 amp sites. We were lucky enough to get one. Site is huge and private. Has fire pit with grill, separate bbq, siting area and great hook ups. Bear proof refuge container on site as well. Half off if disabled! Site 3 wasn't completely level, but quick fix. Sights and hiking were breathtaking. No laundry, cable or wifi, but restrooms and showers were clean. Cell service was spotty. Gorgeous lodge with great overlooks and restaurant close by. A diamond in the rough.
Cabins near Russellville, Arkansas offer year-round access to the natural wonders of the Ozarks. Located in the Arkansas River Valley at approximately 350 feet above sea level, the area experiences hot summers with temperatures often exceeding 90°F and mild winters. The region features a mixture of hardwood forests, mountain terrain, and several water bodies providing diverse overnight accommodations.
Hiking to waterfalls: Near Petit Jean State Park, visitors can explore multiple trails of varying difficulty. "We went hiking saw water falls and went to the pool," noted a camper who stayed at the park's cabins. The Cedar Falls trail is particularly popular, with one reviewer mentioning "the Cedar Falls hike is beautiful and a quick fun adventure."
Fishing opportunities: Lake Dardanelle State Park provides excellent fishing access. "Great fishing, 3 miles to town" according to one visitor. The park sits on a peaceful cove with a wide boat ramp and plenty of parking space for anglers bringing their own equipment.
Mountain exploration: The highest point in Arkansas sits atop Mount Magazine State Park at 2,753 feet. "The hike up to the highest point in Arkansas is easy and family friendly for kids," reports a reviewer. The mountain offers multiple vantage points for valley views and photography opportunities.
Private bathrooms: At Lake Dardanelle, the shower facilities exceed expectations. "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!!!" wrote one satisfied guest.
Seasonal considerations: Cove Lake Complex provides excellent year-round options. "Absolutely wonderful camping spot for RVs or tents," noted a visitor. Fall colors are particularly noteworthy at Petit Jean, with one camper suggesting, "Go Spring or Fall for the View."
Wildlife encounters: Small animals frequently visit cabin areas. At Lake Dardanelle, one guest mentioned, "you can hand feed the squirrels." Bird watchers will appreciate the variety of species, with one Cove Lake camper mentioning, "We were able to listen to a Barred Owl before going to sleep."
Cell service limitations: Connectivity varies significantly between parks. At Macks Pines, a reviewer noted "No ATT or Verizon service there or in the general area, had to download a map that was essentially a PDF to get around."
Weather preparedness: The mountain terrain creates unique conditions. At Mount Magazine, one visitor warned, "due to the elevation and drastic temperature change from the base of the mountain and the campground, it frankly isn't safe at all to drive on the mountain in the early morning or evening."
Supply availability: Several parks are in remote locations. A Macks Pines visitor cautioned, "Dry county with very few places to buy any food or groceries outside of an hour drive." Plan accordingly by stocking supplies in Russellville before heading to more remote cabin locations.
Kid-friendly spaces: Byrd's Adventure Center caters well to families with children. "Family Friendly Campsite" notes one reviewer. The property features river access, numerous trails, and on-site food options convenient for families.
Swimming options: During summer months, water activities become the focus. Lake Dardanelle includes "a nice swim beach with playground in addition to nature experiences," according to a visitor. Most swimming areas around Russellville close by early October due to cooler temperatures.
Educational opportunities: Several parks near Russellville offer ranger-led programs. At Lake Dardanelle, a camper mentioned the "great welcome center with aquarium displays that are quite informative." These programs typically run on weekends during peak season and offer hands-on learning about local wildlife.
Site selection advice: At Brady Mountain, an RVer suggested, "Recommend this campground, but stay far away from sites 50-56 (sites nearest the water treatment area)" due to noise. Researching specific site numbers and locations before booking improves the cabin experience.
Hookup details: Electrical services vary between parks. At Mount Magazine, an RVer noted "There are no water hook-ups at the sites, only electric." Several parks offer full hookups at premium prices while others provide more basic services.
Leveling requirements: Site preparation often requires additional equipment. At Petit Jean, a reviewer mentioned "many sites in B & C were uneven from roots pushing the asphalt up. Beware!" Bringing leveling blocks proves necessary at most cabin and RV sites near Russellville.
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