Best Cabin Camping near St. Joe, AR

Camping cabins near St. Joe are the charming alternative to a tent or a yurt. Cabin camping is an adventurous and unique way to experience the city. You're sure to find the perfect cabin rental for your Arkansas camping adventure.

Best Cabin Sites Near St. Joe, AR (40)

    Camper-submitted photo from Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River
    Camper-submitted photo from Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River
    Camper-submitted photo from Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River
    Camper-submitted photo from Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River
    Camper-submitted photo from Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River
    Camper-submitted photo from Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River

    1. Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River

    32 Reviews
    139 Photos
    237 Saves
    Cozahome, Arkansas

    Overview

    Buffalo Point is a convenient, fun-filled destination for families and adventurists of all types. It's perched along the Buffalo National River, providing exciting river sports and hiking opportunities. In peak season, a restaurant is open at the facility, serving up meals for those who want a break from preparing them.

    Recreation

    The wild river is a gathering place for water activities. Many campers spend their days fishing, hiking, canoeing or kayaking. Evenings are ideal for gathering next to the fire to revamp for another great day out on the river.

    Natural Features

    The campground is set along Buffalo National River, one of the few free-flowing rivers remaining in the contiguous United States. The river runs 135 miles without dams and cuts through the Arkansas Ozarks and into the White River. The region is surrounded by droves of lush hardwood trees and grassy open meadows.

    Nearby Attractions

    Two popular attractions within the Buffalo Point Area are the Indian Rockhouse Trail and the Rush Historic District. Rush was a zinc mining community until the zinc market collapsed and the settlement was deserted. Tours about the town's history are available. Buffalo Point is the former Buffalo River State Park developed in the 1930's as project of the Civilian Conservation Corps. Blanchard Springs Caverns, an extraordinary living cave, is a one-hour drive from Buffalo Point.

    Charges & Cancellations

    Please see the Recreation.gov Rules and Reservation Policies.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $50 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Bull Shoals-White River State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Bull Shoals-White River State Park
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    2. Bull Shoals-White River State Park

    25 Reviews
    129 Photos
    120 Saves
    Bull Shoals, Arkansas

    This recreation area is part of Bull Shoals Lake

    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Cabins
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
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    3. Blue Heron Campground

    14 Reviews
    32 Photos
    41 Saves
    Cotter, Arkansas

    Blue Heron Campground provides the pleasure of a natural Ozark setting without leaving the beaten path. Forget about traveling miles of back roads to reach that special camping spot. Our RV park is just off the highway and right on the banks of the White River, a premier trout fishing destination. This is RV camping at its finest. You can fish, bird watch, or simply enjoy the Ozark Mountains scenery.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    4. Shady Oaks Campground & RV Park

    10 Reviews
    19 Photos
    74 Saves
    Marble Falls, Arkansas

    Tucked away on 13 acres but close to town. One mile east on 206 from the scenic 7S. Our beautiful campground has tent sites, water/electric sites, full service 30 and 50 amp rv sites which can handle the biggest of rigs, and beautiful camping and full service cabins. In addition, we have multiple restrooms and showers located throughout the campground which are immaculate. We have added a propane fill station and just finishing a splash pad for all to enjoy during the warmer months. Please visit our website to find out more.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    5. Dogwood Springs Campground

    10 Reviews
    9 Photos
    102 Saves
    Jasper, Arkansas

    We are located in the beautiful Ozark Mountains near The Buffalo National River, just outside of Jasper, Arkansas. We have a variety of cabins and cottages for your stay. We also have tent and RV camping. The surrounding area offers great hiking, canoeing, rock climbing, caverns, hunting, elk viewing, and many other outdoor activities and community events. We strive to provide you with an excellent camping experience. We are happy to share our Campground, RV Park, and Resort with you and look forward to your visit with us soon! We are Christian owners who first of all want to bring glory to God through our lives in all we do. We strive to maintain the highest integrity in how we do business and in how we treat you. Whether you call or stop by, our family is on site daily to serve you with joy, honesty & respect. Let us know how we can help! Business Office Hours: M-S 9am to 6pm Sunday 10am to 6pm

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    6. Horseshoe Canyon Ranch

    9 Reviews
    27 Photos
    94 Saves
    Ponca, Arkansas
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents

    $5 - $245 / night

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    7. White Buffalo Resort

    6 Reviews
    15 Photos
    113 Saves
    Norfork, Arkansas
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    Camper-submitted photo from White River campground and cabins
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    8. White River campground and cabins

    4 Reviews
    18 Photos
    26 Saves
    Cotter, Arkansas
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    9. Buffalo outdoor center

    7 Reviews
    16 Photos
    38 Saves
    Ponca, Arkansas
    • Pets
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs

    $50 / night

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    10. Copper Johns Resort

    3 Reviews
    12 Photos
    19 Saves
    Bull Shoals, Arkansas
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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Recent Cabin Reviews in St. Joe

199 Reviews of 40 St. Joe Campgrounds


  • Jonathan P.
    Camper-submitted photo from Sylamore Creek Camp
    Oct. 21, 2024

    Sylamore Creek Camp

    The ABSOLUTE WORST STAFF ON THE PLANET

    While it was pretty last year (the reason it was my first pick this year) the owner uses Marissa, Jamie and Serena as his own personal shield to avoid taking responsibility for his business, and all of them are rude as all get out. Marissa promised multiple times that the owner would call me, and kept changing when exactly that would be. Two days later, I have NEVER heard from him, despite him being fully aware he needed to contact me. I ended up having the credit card company cancel the charge.

    And omg, the shower house. Bring a space heater. It's an open air shed with exposed pvc and no drain. I can't imagine how it operates in the winter.

    If you come in October, expect loud screaming, gun shots and chainsaws for THREE HOURS at night from one of their events your probably won't be told about til you arrive. Greg deserves to have this place fail.

  • Amanda W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River
    Oct. 15, 2024

    Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River

    So stressful and loud - really don't recommend camping here

    This campground had the potential to be amazing- it's beautiful, is right next to the river with amazing views of the stars, and has several hikes close by. But the camp hosts and rangers don't enforce any sort of quiet time or people capacity rules. So unfortunately my partner and I had a group of probably 20 people camping next to us. They brought in a DJ car(open the trunk and it had huge speakers and running lights) to bump techno music during the day, and at night they set up a movie projector and large screen and watched horror movies late into the night. It's not serene when there are 8 tents, a crowd of people, and horror movie screaming right beside you all day and night. I even went and talked to the camp hosts but nothing was done. So, I don't recommend this place. Usually I camp to unwind and chill, but I left the weekend more frazzled and exhausted than I came.

  • Wanda S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Heron Campground
    Oct. 7, 2024

    Blue Heron Campground

    Beautiful campground!

    You will love this campground.  It's a beautiful rv resort next to the water.  Step out of your rv and you will see some of the most beautiful scenery anywhere in the United States.  Michael is the director of the campground and he is so very helpful and congenial.  We travel to many states but this campground is our very favorite and if you like or love to fish, this is your place!  Go see for yourselves and we will probably see you there!!

    Wanda and Pete Shurow

  • Jennifer O.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Heron Campground
    Oct. 5, 2024

    Blue Heron Campground

    Absolutely beautiful on the White River

    We loved our stay at Blue Heron. We had a riverfront spot and really just came to chill not fish but it’s a fishing location. White river is trout paradise so if you’re an angler this is where it’s at. Campground was SUPER clean. Best level pads and hookups we’ve ever seen. Firewood and ice for sale. Everything was absolutely perfect except the road noise….which in all fairness we knew about. LOTS of noise. It died down after 8pm and before 8am and we couldn’t hear it in our camper so it’s was ok.

  • Buddy or Lori M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Heron Campground
    Aug. 21, 2024

    Blue Heron Campground

    Blue Heron

    This is our 5-6 year to stay here. Over the years, we have seen so many b improvements to this area.. it’s always a great time. Michael, the host, is just an all around great guy. We are looking forward to our next stay

  • Kathy D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Misty Mornings Arkansas Cabins & RV Sites
    Aug. 5, 2024

    Misty Mornings Arkansas Cabins & RV Sites

    Peaceful, Clean, Guest Favorite in Norfork, Arkansas

    Most peaceful place to stay. You are surrounded by mountains, wildlife, birds, eagles, deer, geese and the confluence of the White & Norfork River is at the end of driveway. Norfork Lake is just a few miles away. Love the Pavilion, fire pit and corn hole!

  • Jill M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Buffalo outdoor center
    Jul. 8, 2024

    Buffalo outdoor center

    Terrible Experience and Lack of Customer Service at Buffalo Outdoor Center

    I am extremely disappointed with our recent stay at Buffalo Outdoor Center RV Park in Ponca, Arkansas. After a 7.5-hour drive, we arrived on June 29, 2024, eager to enjoy a week-long stay. Unfortunately, our visit turned into a nightmare within just one hour of our arrival. While setting up our 5th wheel trailer, there was a loud pop followed by smoke pouring out of our TV. Thankfully, my husband was able to unplug it before our trailer caught fire. To our dismay, none of the outlets on one side of our trailer were working, and our TV, microwave, and fan were all fried and non-functional. We immediately contacted an employee who came to our site, inspected the outside meter post by looking at it, not testing it, and nonchalantly stated that since there was no smoke coming from it, the problem must be on our end. When my husband asked for immediate assistance, the employee told us we would have to wait two days, until Monday, and go to a nearby town to find someone to help us. This response was unacceptable and showed a complete lack of concern for our safety. Moreover, the employee had the audacity to shame us by asking if we had a GFI power surge protector plugged into the meter. None of the other RV sites had this, and in our 23+ years of camping, we have never encountered such an issue. Feeling unsafe and unsupported, we decided to pack up and drive the 7.5 hours back home, after being at the site for just one hour. The lack of assistance and options provided by the Buffalo Outdoor Center was disheartening, especially considering we were in a completely different state with no information on what we could do. Upon arriving home, we hooked up our camper at our local campground, and everything worked fine. We also went on another camping trip to a local RV campground, and again, everything worked perfectly. This clearly indicated that the surge was on Buffalo Outdoor Center's end. When we requested a refund, they refunded all but one day. This is unacceptable considering the distress, inconvenience, and financial loss we endured, including having to purchase a new TV, microwave, and fan. Our experience at Buffalo Outdoor Center RV Park was nothing short of a disaster. The lack of customer service, concern for our safety, and willingness to provide immediate assistance was appalling. We will not be returning and cannot recommend this RV park to anyone.

  • Wayne J.
    Camper-submitted photo from Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River
    Jun. 21, 2024

    Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River

    LOTS to do!

    This is our go to get away! If you like canoeing and kayaking… it’s here. Like hiking… plenty of trails. Want to just site by one of the cleanest rivers around and enjoy the Ozarks… this is it. We’ve tent camped and trailered here for more than 15 years.

    The camp grounds are well maintained by the NPS. The showers and restrooms are a bit, um, rustic. Sites can be hit and miss depending on the time of the year. Be sure and view the campsite online and consider the direction of the site. Some get full sun in the morning but most are shaded in the evening due to the mountain. Also, sites on the river side are frequented by raccoons at night and mosquitos depending on the weather.

    I would still pick Buffalo Point as a definite place to stay.

  • Jodie C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Heron Campground
    May. 31, 2024

    Blue Heron Campground

    Excellent!

    We stay at Blue Heron 3-4 times a year and love it! Excellent concrete pads with easy back-in markings for RVs. Great cement patio so there is no mud in case of rain. Each site has its own fire pit and 2 chairs. All the sites are great, but the river sites provide a nice cool breeze off the water!

  • Shana D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sylamore Creek Camp
    May. 7, 2024

    Sylamore Creek Camp

    Beautiful Creek

    Loved being able to camp so close to the creek! The campsites weren’t anything special, but it is perfect for a weekend getaway. The lower campground does not have a bathroom, have to walk to the hill. The bathrooms were clean, but the shower house is basically like taking an outdoor shower. They do sell wood, ice and have a small selection of items inside the office. The location is great and the river is gorgeous making this a place would would definitely return to.

  • j
    Camper-submitted photo from Sylamore Creek Camp
    May. 5, 2024

    Sylamore Creek Camp

    Disappointed

    We have stayed here 2 times, once in a RV a couple years ago and had a nice experience. The second just this week. Since we stayed here last the prices have increased per night and it has come under new ownership. We stayed in the “wren” cabin. Which is over looking campsites below and sylamore creek. Not horrible, but honestly if I’m paying for water views I want to see the water not campers. Overall fairly clean, other than the debris pictured in the shower. No problem, sometimes mistakes happen. Could have even fell from the ceiling when the door closed or something after it was cleaned. My biggest issue, we were here for 3 nights. Typically I like to shower a couple times a day as does my wife when it is hot out. We had a total of 2 bath towels and 2 wash cloths upon arrival. Rather than new ones being brought daily, you are required to take the used ones to the camp store and exchange them yourself. I’m on vacation, I don’t personally feel it should be my responsibility to secure my own towels on MY time. I mean, I’m here for 3 days, give me 6 towels and wash cloths and count them when I leave if your that worried about towel theft. I’ve travelled half way around the world and never had this issue before. But if I’m paying $140 a night for a room worth about $90 (at best) I’d at least like enough towels to get me through my stay or maybe send someone by with new ones. One more thing, note the front door pic needs painted at a minimum, I mean, it’s not just one thing, it’s attention to detail and upkeep. The bathroom door also rubbed the floor and the floor was uneven overall. I get around pretty good, but I can see this being a trip hazard for someone elderly. Point being, I did not get a good value for the stay I purchased. I did confront the towel issue and the response was “we’ve always done it that way”. Doesn’t sound like it will change soon, which means I won’t be back and wouldn’t encourage anyone else to stay here either. On a positive, it’s not a bad location. I will also mention the bed, it wasn’t bad, but could have lived without the sandpaper sheets.

  • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Clouds RV & Cabins Resort
    Mar. 1, 2024

    Blue Clouds RV & Cabins Resort

    New to the Dyrt!

    Jake from the Dyrt here! We're excited to have this campground on the Dyrt and ready for you to book, check them out and make sure to leave a review!

  • Martee L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Heron Campground
    Feb. 19, 2024

    Blue Heron Campground

    Great place to visit

    We celebrated a birthday with family and friends at Blue Heron - we traveled from Texas. What a GREAT place. Beautiful views - so many amenities - they have everything you need to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Can’t wait to return and stay in one of the riverfront cabins. SO nice. Cheryl and Michael were so helpful and made sure our trip was one for the books.

  • E
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Heron Campground
    Nov. 20, 2023

    Blue Heron Campground

    Great Place to Stay

    We stayed in a riverfront site.  It was perfect access to bank fishing and the boat ramp.  The entire property including our site was very clean, well kept and attractive.  

    Michael was great to work with and very attentive to any need we had.

    I would gladly recommend this property to anyone wanting to camp by a great trout stream in a beautiful setting.

  • Cheryl C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from White Buffalo Resort
    Oct. 30, 2023

    White Buffalo Resort

    Can't beat it!

    It's such a beautiful place, right on the White River and the Buffalo River, just yards away. The best of both rivers. The resort is well maintained and the staff is friendly. There's a pool in the summer and a ping pong table. The bathrooms do not have air conditioning, but are clean.

  • Brad G.
    Camper-submitted photo from Sylamore Creek Camp
    Oct. 22, 2023

    Sylamore Creek Camp

    worst campground we have been to

    We had a terrible experience camping here over the weekend. We were expecting a nice quiet family outing with friends but that is not what we got. I have never been to a rv park where there is a haunted hayride and haunted house on site only feet away from campers but we also had to listen to screaming, banging, chainsaws and tractors running until 10pm each night. So the kids decided to check out the hayride and haunted house with the moms and did so but were to chicken to go through the house. So i challenged the older kids to go through the house with me. So we made our way over to the house and were met with an upset clown that said we had to go to the office to get our vouchers because the kids had been through the house too many times already. So we go and get the vouchers and go on the hayride without any problems when we pull back up to the house the clown then confronts me and tells me i need to tell the kids to stop throwing rocks during the hayride. I said who and then asked the kids if they did and they said no and he continues to accuse them of throwing rocks. I then confront this clown about accusing my kids of doing something and he then starts dropping f bombs left and right and starts threating to call the cops which i said please do but i guess decided not to. So after a few back and forth words i decide to leave the situation and take the kids back to the camper and he proceeds to follow me and continue to use the f word repeatedly. I can say i will never be back to this clown of a campground and would not want my worst enemy staying here. Their sign says no cussing or you will be escorted off the premises but i guess that only applies to the guests not the employees. The sign also says beware of clowns. So do yourself a favor and don't waste your time or money on this clown of a place.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Heron Campground
    Sep. 5, 2023

    Blue Heron Campground

    Labor day 2023

    Great space, well kept and super clean. Micheal was great to work with and super help getting backed in. Very accommodating and has been the past 10+ times we have stayed. Grounds are Close to anything you might need between Flippin and Cotter

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Denton Ferry RV Park & Cabin Rental
    Sep. 3, 2023

    Denton Ferry RV Park & Cabin Rental

    Hot in summer

    This is probably an excellent site in spring or fall. However summertime is hot at the site because of the lack of shade trees. Site 15 is by the water and has a large area for dogs or family. There is a staircase down to the water next to site 8. The fishing is good. It’s a pet friendly site however if your dogs bark neighbors will complain. The manager is friendly. They do not have trash pick up service; you just take your trash to a dumpster at the end of the camp, which is not a big deal. No grill available but has picnic tables and fire ring. WI-FI aid very good.

  • Dustin P.
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Heron Campground
    Aug. 26, 2023

    Blue Heron Campground

    Best campground around

    Camped right off bank of white river. Toilets/showers maintained and cleaned. Fishing is fantastic off bank on afternoon. Beautiful and staff is so friendly and helpful

  • C
    Camper-submitted photo from Bidwell Point Park
    Jun. 26, 2023

    Bidwell Point Park

    Nice view but lacking shade in site 11.

    Site was a little hard to get into and a little tight with the pavillion there providing the only shade. T-mobile cell serve was very good.

  • Trina P.
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Heron Campground
    Jun. 18, 2023

    Blue Heron Campground

    Clean, well-maintained

    This campground is the nicest one in the area. Michael does a wonderful job with the mowing and landscaping, so there is a very park-like feel to the place. We appreciated the easy access to the highway, and the highway noise was not a bother for us during our week stay. We have already booked a second stay for the fall.



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