Cabins near Butler, Missouri offer accommodations ranging from rustic shelters to modern retreats with various amenities. The terrain in this region features rolling hills surrounding numerous lakes and reservoirs with elevations between 800-950 feet. Summer temperatures typically range from 75-90°F while winter temperatures can drop to 20-30°F, making cabin rentals practical for year-round outdoor recreation.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Lake Paradise Resort provides access to multiple fishing ponds and lakes. "There are nice spots right by the lakes with big trees for shade. Roads going up higher past us were a little rough but made for great walks with kids," notes one visitor about Lake Paradise Resort.
Swimming: Many cabin properties maintain pools for guests when lake swimming isn't preferred. "The pool is renovated and very nice. It is very large, zero entry, up to mostly around 5 ft deep with a small area that was 9ft; there is a children's area with a sprinkler," explains a recent Lake Paradise camper.
Hiking trails: Gunn Park offers hiking paths through wooded areas adjacent to cabin sites. A visitor to Gunn Park reports, "This place is a small park that has lots of hiking trails it is five dollars for tents $10 for RVs with electric the bathrooms are Porta potty but for five dollars you can fish and you can have a campfire."
What campers like
Privacy and quiet setting: Cabins at Arrowhead Point provide a peaceful retreat. "Pleasant, quiet, and friendly experience," mentions a guest at Arrowhead Point RV Park & Cabins. Another visitor adds, "Off the beaten path, quiet, we love it!"
Cleanliness: Campers consistently mention the well-maintained facilities at many cabin properties. A visitor to Cozy Corner RV Park stated, "The host was very kind and helpful. The park is beautiful and very clean!"
Wildlife viewing: Many cabins are situated in areas ideal for observing local wildlife. A camper at Linn County Park noted, "Lots of trees lots of wildlife. Had deer walk right through the campground when we were there."
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Many cabins require advance planning during peak seasons. At Linn County Park, a visitor observed, "We stayed on site 112 in View Point Loop next to some permanent residents. There's no stay limit here so some sites are very messy."
Bathroom facilities: Quality and availability of restrooms vary significantly between properties. One camper at Gunn Park mentioned, "Bathrooms were a bit nasty. There was also a door marked showers, but had a coded lock. Maybe the county building has the code if you were to call?"
Cell service limitations: Some cabin areas have limited connectivity. A Linn County Park visitor warned, "If you have kids that go camping with you chances are your cell phones will not work so the kids probably will be very bored."
Tips for camping with families
Pool access policies: Some resorts include pool access with cabin rental while others charge additional fees. At Lake Paradise, a visitor explained, "Included in your camp fee you get 2 free daily passes per night of camping to the pool and a discounted rate for any other swimmers; so for our family with 4 we had the free passes go to the parents and paid $3 each for the kids to swim."
Entertainment options: Consider cabin properties with built-in entertainment. A visitor to Hickory Hollow Resort shared, "They have a pool there, a store, and lots of trees and also have a campfire spot. They also have TV with a good amount of Channels."
Campground activities: Many resorts organize special events during holiday weekends. One Lake Paradise camper mentioned, "We went to a movie outside there and fireworks for Memorial Day weekend. The pool was open for the first Saturday but it was rainy and of course cold."
Tips from RVers
Site leveling: Many cabins share property with RV sites where terrain can be uneven. A Lake Paradise visitor noted, "The sites are old and not very level and difficult to maneuver. Lots of seasonal campers but it could be a 4-star campsite with some upgrades."
Utility connections: For those staying in personal RVs near cabin areas, hookup quality varies by property. A visitor to Arrowhead Point mentioned, "Level sites with full hookups. 30,50 amp, water, sewer on every site. Owners are really nice, and keep everything well maintained."
Site selection assistance: Ask management for guidance if traveling with large RVs. One Arrowhead Point camper recalled, "We had reserved a spot that would have been too small for our rig. Owner had already caught my mistake on check in and moved us to a better spot. Shady spots, #22 is best."
