Cabin camping options near Siloam Springs provide access to the Illinois River and Ozark Mountain terrain at elevations ranging from 850 to 1,200 feet. The region experiences four distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging 85-95°F and winter temperatures typically ranging from 25-45°F. Most cabin facilities remain open year-round though seasonal closures affect some amenities between November and March.
What to do
Waterfall exploration: Natural Falls State Park Campground features a 77-foot waterfall accessible via designated hiking trails. "Loved the falls, big campsites, hiking trails and 18 hole disc golf," notes a visitor at Natural Falls State Park Campground. The park includes 4.5 miles of hiking trails along the river with observation platforms.
Lake activities: The cabin options around Lake Wedington provide opportunities for fishing and kayaking. According to a visitor at Lake Wedington, "Small clean lake with lots of wildlife and close to Fayetteville. Kayak, canoe, and fishing, with bird watching, RV and tent camping, and day use areas among the trees!" The lake perimeter trail spans approximately 1.5 miles.
Disc golf: Several cabin facilities maintain disc golf courses on their grounds. The course at Natural Falls State Park is particularly extensive, with one visitor commenting, "The park has probably the longest disc golf course I've ever seen." The 18-hole course winds through wooded areas adjacent to cabin accommodations.
What campers like
Wheelchair accessibility: Some cabin areas feature accessible trails and facilities. At Natural Falls State Park, a camper reports, "You can take your wheelchair on some of the trails and look at the Falls. There's a steep hike down to the falls for those who can walk it. The road is paved and each site has cement pad. So if you have a special needs person with you they can get around with no prob."
Private tent areas: While many visitors opt for cabins, tent sites at Blowing Springs RV Park & Campsites offer more seclusion. "What I like about this campground is that the tent sites are separate from the RV area, and RV's don't have to go through the tents to get to their area," explains one visitor. These areas often provide greater spacing between sites than RV sections.
Proximity to towns: Cabin locations maintain convenient access to nearby communities. Regarding Rustic Ridge, one visitor notes its location is "convenient to highway 412 and Siloam Springs. Hosts very friendly and helpful. New park, nothing fancy but a work in progress reasonably priced." Most cabin facilities are within 15-20 minutes of groceries and supplies.
What you should know
Seasonal flooding: During heavy rainfall, lower elevation cabins may experience flooding issues. A visitor to Devil's Den State Park Campground observed, "Campground is currently closed for maintenance and flooding. Call before you go!" Water levels can rise quickly, particularly in spring months.
Limited cell service: Many cabin locations have unreliable cellular connectivity. One camper at Devil's Den notes, "There's no cell service whatsoever but Wifi (paid) is offered by the park. Make sure to stock up on supplies beforehand - there are not many options within that area as far as food and services."
Bathroom conditions: Facility quality varies significantly between locations. One visitor at Natural Falls State Park comments, "The shower house is right next to the RV loop and a bit of a walk from the tents. We had a picnic table and fire ring. The campground is not far from a busy road so we had some noise." Most cabin facilities require guests to bring their own toiletries and linens.
Tips for camping with families
Child-friendly activities: Several locations provide dedicated play areas near cabin accommodations. A visitor to Prairie Creek (AR) mentions, "There are nice recreational areas with play equipment, pavilions and beach volley ball. There is an area for swimming as well." Most cabin areas maintain playgrounds suitable for children ages 4-12.
Tent size planning: When using tent sites near cabins, size limitations may apply. "The sites have a picnic table, lantern hook, charcoal grill and a fire ring," reports one Natural Falls State Park visitor. Tent pads typically measure 10'x10' to 12'x12', limiting larger family tent setups.
Seasonal considerations: Summer months offer more family programming but increased occupancy. A camper notes, "We came up with our 2 and 3 year old and had a fantastic time! We stayed 2 nights in the tent area and loved it, it was very clean, and easy to set up at, people were friendly as well!" Most family-oriented activities run from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Tips from RVers
Navigation advice: Larger vehicles face challenges on certain access routes. For Devil's Den State Park, one RVer advises, "If you have a large rig - make sure to take the West Fork exit off I-49 vs. the south exit (Winslow)." Most cabin areas limit RVs to 40' or less, with restrictions on slide-out usage at certain sites.
Leveling requirements: Many sites require substantial leveling equipment. A visitor to Pappy's Riverside RV Park explains the area is "Very convenient to highway 412 and Siloam Springs. Hosts very friendly and helpful. New park, nothing fancy but a work in progress reasonably priced." Bring multiple blocks for most locations, particularly in older campgrounds.
Electrical capacity: Hookup options vary widely between facilities. "We were in the middle full hook up site," reports one camper. "Had the park been at capacity there would have been room for our camper, vehicle and a strip of grass with picnic table and fire ring." Most cabin areas with RV sites provide 30-amp service, with limited 50-amp availability.
