Cane Creek State Park Campground offers premium glamping options nestled between Cane Creek Lake and Bayou Bartholomew in southeastern Arkansas. The campground's location in the Mississippi Delta region provides a blend of flat bottomlands with small hills typical of the region's geography. Weather patterns include hot, humid summers with temperatures regularly exceeding 90°F and mild winters, making the park a viable camping destination year-round with proper preparations.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Cane Creek Lake spans 1,700 acres with excellent fishing opportunities. According to one visitor at Cane Creek State Park Campground, "The campgrounds are nice and the visitors center offers fun activities for the kids."
Kayaking through cypress trees: The park's unique water trail weaves through trees and aquatic plants. A camper noted, "You can rent kayaks for very reasonable. Do it! The water trail is unlike any I have seen."
Wildlife viewing: The park's diverse ecosystem supports various wildlife. One camper at Merrisach Lake mentioned, "We were told by several people that we would be all but guaranteed to see an alligator but we never did. Not that they aren't there, we just never got that lucky."
What campers like
Nature immersion: The park offers genuine Delta region ecosystem experiences. A visitor explained, "It is not a breathtaking place, but it accurately portrays the nature of south Arkansas. I have seen ducks, deer armadillos and eagles live here as well."
Clean facilities: The modern bathroom facilities receive positive mentions. According to a camper at Cane Creek State Park Campground, "We were very pleased with the bath house which was really clean and fairly central to all campsites."
Halloween celebrations: The park hosts special seasonal events that draw large crowds. As one reviewer noted, "Halloween brings thousands of visitors each fall. The campsites all decorate for the holiday and everyone wants to see it!"
What you should know
Insect activity: Seasonal bug populations can affect camping experiences. A visitor warned, "The second time it was unbearable because a hurricane had blown in trillions of 'love bugs'. The bugs were so thick that you could not even go outside your camper without getting a mouth full."
Limited water visibility: Most campsites don't have direct water views. One reviewer at Delta Ridge RV Park mentioned their experience with access issues elsewhere: "You have to walk through thick brush on a slope to reach the water. My husband mostly chose to walk down to the fishing pier and docks."
Site availability: The campground can fill quickly during peak seasons and special events. Making reservations well in advance is recommended, particularly for the yurt accommodations.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: The park maintains play areas suitable for younger children. According to a regular visitor, "The playgrounds are good. The pavilions are clean and the AC works well."
Visitor center activities: Structured programs are available for children. One camper at Merrisach Lake shared, "This was one of the last parks available on the Memorial Day weekend. One of the great things for us was the proximity of some Arkansas State Parks such as Cane Creek."
Watch for fire ants: Some sites have fire ant colonies that require attention. A camper reported, "We did have several fire ant hills that we had to deal with and quite a few red wasps."
Tips from RVers
Electric capacity: The power hookups may have limitations for heavy-duty appliances. As noted by one visitor, "Our neighbors had issues with their electricity because they were trying to run an air fryer, and it kept throwing the breaker. We ran our box fan without any issues."
Level sites: The RV pads are well-maintained with level surfaces. A reviewer at Pat Kelley RV Park observed, "This is a bare bone site with full hookups on drive through concrete pads. Nice and level."
Dump station location: Plan for sanitation logistics. One camper mentioned, "The dump station is probably a mile and a half from the campground so if you have a grey water tote tank that you pull behind the truck like me, expect a fairly long drive."
