Best Cabin Camping near Van Buren, AR
Devil's Den State Park Campground near West Fork offers rustic cabins with basic amenities including electricity, running water, and picnic tables. Lake Fort Smith State Park Campground provides similar accommodations with cabins positioned to maximize lake views. The cabins at these locations generally include standard furnishings like beds, tables, and cooking facilities. "The sites are not all level so be picky with what site you choose, they have horse camps, TV sites, and camper spots as well as small cabins, each spot has different amenities but most have electric and running water near," notes one visitor. Several locations also feature air conditioning and heating systems for year-round comfort.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Mount Magazine State Park Campground features one to three-bedroom cabins with kitchens and climate control systems. Fort Smith-Alma RV Park and Sallisaw-Fort Smith West KOA provide cabin rentals with varying levels of amenities. Most locations are pet-friendly, though some charge additional deposits. A visitor to Sallisaw-Fort Smith West KOA commented: "This place has absolutely everything you could need. They also have normal cabin rental and tiny home rentals that were perfectly positioned around campground and fishing pond." Reservations are strongly recommended, especially during summer months when occupancy rates are highest.
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, bringing cleaning supplies is advisable since cleanliness standards vary between locations. Kitchen facilities range from full kitchens with refrigerators and stoves in premium cabins to simple microwave setups in more basic units. White Rock Mountain Recreation Area and Byrd's Adventure Center cabins often include firewood for heating and cooking, while other locations may sell firewood on-site. Grocery stores are limited in the immediate vicinity of most cabin locations, so stocking up on provisions before arrival is recommended.