12 Best Cabin Rentals Near Fort Smith, AR, US 2025

Cabin camping around Fort Smith means you skip the tent stakes and step straight into woods-edge comfort. With over 50 cabin options in the area—some starting as low as $60 a night—you’re never far from a real mattress or a hot shower. Average prices hover around $150 per night, but value ranges widely. You’ll find spots like Tin Top Village (39 reviews), Sacred Pines (30 reviews), and Barker Gap (15 reviews) leading the pack—each with its own take on rural Arkansas comfort. Horseback riding trails snake through the woods, fishing is steady in the creeks, and you might spot deer at dusk. Most cabins come with toilets, let you bring the dog, and don’t mind if you light a campfire. If you want a quick escape without roughing it, Fort Smith’s cabins fit the bill.

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Cabin camping around Fort Smith means you skip the tent stakes and step straight into woods-edge comfort. With over 50 cabin options in the area—some starting as low as $60 a night—you’re never far from a real mattress or a hot shower. Average prices hover around $150 per night, but value ranges widely. You’ll find spots like Tin Top Village (39 reviews), Sacred Pines (30 reviews), and Barker Gap (15 reviews) leading the pack—each with its own take on rural Arkansas comfort. Horseback riding trails snake through the woods, fishing is steady in the creeks, and you might spot deer at dusk. Most cabins come with toilets, let you bring the dog, and don’t mind if you light a campfire. If you want a quick escape without roughing it, Fort Smith’s cabins fit the bill.

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1. Barker Gap

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25mi from Fort Smith · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Natural Dam, AR

Welcome to Barker Gap! Opened in August 2024 we offer 3 beautifully shaded rv/camper spots, 2 pull thru spots and 1 back in. We have NO size or slide out restrictions, our spots were built with your comfort in mind. All spots come standard with 50A/30A/110 electric hookup, city water, Bbq/park grill, stone fire pit and sewage hookup at every campsite. Wi-Fi is also included for all campers. At this time we do not have bathrooms available to tent camping or any primitive style camping. The BEAR'S DEN cabin is a 1 room 1 bathroom cabin. Built to sleep 4 with a spacious queen bed perfect for falling asleep on, a cozy twin bed for reading/sleeping, and stowed under the twin bed is an adventure cot for that outside nap on the deck. The cabin is equipped with a mini fridge/freezer, a Keurig coffee maker, and a microwave) inverter. In the bathroom we have a metal wrapped 22" deep soaking tub equipped with a rainfall shower head to wash the stress away. No glamping cabin would be complete without a wave activated hand dryer a 43" Wi-Fi connected smart TV and the latest plug ins with USB ports included so you can forget that charging box at home. Coffee, bedding, towels, bar soap, provided. So what are you waiting for? It's time to camp!

2. Sacred Pines

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45mi from Fort Smith · 17 sites · Tents, Lodging · Boles, AR

Surrounded by thousands of acres of National Forest, enjoy secluded time in nature! Stay in our off-grid treehouses, peaceful campsites, cozy tiny homes, and handcrafted cabins, allowing you to connect with others in the wild. We are located near many hiking trails, kayaking spots, swimming holes, atv and bike trails and so muchg more!

3. Tin Top Village

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48mi from Fort Smith · 3 sites · Lodging · Fayetteville, AR

3 private cabins in the country, isolated yet accessible, park-like setting with glamp-camp accommodations! Great ride for bicyclist or motorcycles. Less than 10 miles to University of Arkansas Campus. Near Lake Sequoyah Park, Stonebridge Meadows Golf Course. Base camp to events and venues across Northwest Arkansas. Be close to happenings in Fayetteville, yet have a country get-away feel. Hike the property, enjoy campfire gatherings, relax with all the conveniences of home.

4. Meadow Mountain Cottage Retreat

23mi from Fort Smith · 4 sites · Tents, Lodging · Chester, AR

Please give attention to your surroundings. You WILL be in the country. That means there are critters out there. Venomous snakes, coyotes, wasps, scorpions, bears (yes bears), dogs, frogs and maybe a Sasquatch. Just maybe!!

5. Lake Wilson Retreat 🌲

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47mi from Fort Smith · 1 site · Lodging · Greenland, AR

The Lake Wilson Retreat is our 35 acre private property, peacefully situated atop the wooded mountains near Lake Wilson. On the property is The Shed, a simple campsite where you'll find a fire pit and a simple sleeping cabin with a full size platform bed frame and wood stove to enjoy. An ideal place to clear your head. The Shed comfortably sleep two (2) adults, but you are welcome to bring tents for up to to four (4) other additional campers. We provide a full size platform bed frame, but guests will need to bring their own blow up mattress or camp pads for comfort — as well as all bedding / pillows / towels. About Lake Wilson: Lake Wilson Park is comprised of approximately 320 acres of land with 28 acres of water. Park visitors can experience boating, fishing, nature watching, picnicking, and hiking. The park is also an off-leash dog park with both sunny and shady places for pets to enjoy. The nature trail runs almost entirely through the woods with views of the lake and ancient rock formations. There are also lots of beautiful wildflowers in the spring!

6. Lisa Christiansen’s Childhood Home

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49mi from Fort Smith · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Tahlequah, OK

A place carved out of history dating back over 200 years ago. This is where history welcomes you to the Cherokee culture. This land has been handed down for generations and has stayed in the family beginning on my mother’s side of the family, Mary Ann Groundhog, the fourth generation great granddaughter of Sequoyah on the “Dick” side of my family tree. My mother was heavily involved with AIM (American Indian movement). My dad was the last monolingual Cherokee. His name was Mack Vann, he was a man who loved culture and sharing it with visitors and handed down that passion to me. My hip camper site is named after my daddy, I am still a daddy‘s girl. The land originated before Sequoyah. who created the Cherokee syllabary. Sequoyah was my fifth generation great grandfather and I am very proud of my Cherokee heritage, I would love to share my culture, my tradition, and my passion with you. Learn more about this land: Come and experience the authenticity of Tahlequah, Indian country, Oklahoma where almost every resident is Cherokee, Native American, Nature at its most organic state; A place where deer run free, the sunset paints a new picture each evening with glorious colors of warmth and serenity. Away from the hustle and bustle, peaceful, and inviting. Just a short hike or drive to Todd’s access or you can swim, fish, or float down the beautiful Illinois River. Welcome to Oklahoma’s best kept secret. * * * * FREE HIGH SPEED WIFI * * * * Up to 1,000 Mbps upload and download speeds With upload speeds matching download speeds, you can transfer and back up large files with ease. Unlimited data usage, no data caps or throttling. Capacity for all your devices

7. Serenity Hollow Campground

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40mi from Fort Smith · 10 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Heavener, OK

Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space. We are an equine campground nestled by the Ouachita mountains in Oklahoma. Though our main campers are equestrians, we are open to all who love to be outdoors and have multi-use horse, hiking and bike trails. We offer a outdoor kitchen with all cookware available. Our bath house has a men's and women's side with lavatories as well as shower. Come enjoy the beautiful scenery and calm environment. We strive to be your favorite vacation spot!

8. Hill Top Lodging

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15mi from Fort Smith · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Hackett, AR

Learn more about this land: Pull up primitive camp site. Hiking, fishing, and natural beauty of the forest and mountains. Bring your UTV for short excusions to enjoy ridge running near by mountain roads. Ask for details.

9. Turner Bend Cabins & RV Campground

38mi from Fort Smith · 73 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Ozark, AR

Welcome to Turner Bend, a unique outdoor destination that has been a cherished part of the Mulberry River Valley since 1911. Nestled at the junction of the Mulberry River and Highway 23, also known as the Pig Trail, Turner Bend Outfitter offers a blend of adventure and relaxation in Cass, Arkansas. Our campground features cozy cabin rentals, RV sites, and tent camping, all conveniently located near trailheads leading to the Mill Creek ORV/ATV riding area and other scenic trails in the Boston Mountain and Pleasant Hill Ranger Districts of the Ozark National Forest. At Turner Bend, we cater to all your adventure needs. Whether you're eager to experience the thrill of whitewater boating on the Mulberry River, hike the picturesque Ozark Highland Trail, or ride your ORV/ATV through the stunning Ozark Mountains, we have you covered. Our rentals include canoes, kayaks, and rafts, making it easy to explore the river's beauty. After a day of outdoor activities, don't miss our 'almost famous' deli sandwiches, perfect for refueling. In addition to our outdoor offerings, Turner Bend provides essential supplies for your adventures, including camping gear, premium gasoline, cold beer, native wine, ATV/OHV maps and t-shirts.

Camper favorites near Fort Smith

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

Meadow Mountain Cottage Retreat

23mi from Fort Smith · 4 sites · Tents, Lodging · Chester, AR

Please give attention to your surroundings. You WILL be in the country. That means there are critters out there. Venomous snakes, coyotes, wasps, scorpions, bears (yes bears), dogs, frogs and maybe a Sasquatch. Just maybe!!

Lake Wilson Retreat 🌲

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47mi from Fort Smith · 1 site · Lodging · Greenland, AR

The Lake Wilson Retreat is our 35 acre private property, peacefully situated atop the wooded mountains near Lake Wilson. On the property is The Shed, a simple campsite where you'll find a fire pit and a simple sleeping cabin with a full size platform bed frame and wood stove to enjoy. An ideal place to clear your head. The Shed comfortably sleep two (2) adults, but you are welcome to bring tents for up to to four (4) other additional campers. We provide a full size platform bed frame, but guests will need to bring their own blow up mattress or camp pads for comfort — as well as all bedding / pillows / towels. About Lake Wilson: Lake Wilson Park is comprised of approximately 320 acres of land with 28 acres of water. Park visitors can experience boating, fishing, nature watching, picnicking, and hiking. The park is also an off-leash dog park with both sunny and shady places for pets to enjoy. The nature trail runs almost entirely through the woods with views of the lake and ancient rock formations. There are also lots of beautiful wildflowers in the spring!

Lisa Christiansen’s Childhood Home

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49mi from Fort Smith · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Tahlequah, OK

A place carved out of history dating back over 200 years ago. This is where history welcomes you to the Cherokee culture. This land has been handed down for generations and has stayed in the family beginning on my mother’s side of the family, Mary Ann Groundhog, the fourth generation great granddaughter of Sequoyah on the “Dick” side of my family tree. My mother was heavily involved with AIM (American Indian movement). My dad was the last monolingual Cherokee. His name was Mack Vann, he was a man who loved culture and sharing it with visitors and handed down that passion to me. My hip camper site is named after my daddy, I am still a daddy‘s girl. The land originated before Sequoyah. who created the Cherokee syllabary. Sequoyah was my fifth generation great grandfather and I am very proud of my Cherokee heritage, I would love to share my culture, my tradition, and my passion with you. Learn more about this land: Come and experience the authenticity of Tahlequah, Indian country, Oklahoma where almost every resident is Cherokee, Native American, Nature at its most organic state; A place where deer run free, the sunset paints a new picture each evening with glorious colors of warmth and serenity. Away from the hustle and bustle, peaceful, and inviting. Just a short hike or drive to Todd’s access or you can swim, fish, or float down the beautiful Illinois River. Welcome to Oklahoma’s best kept secret. * * * * FREE HIGH SPEED WIFI * * * * Up to 1,000 Mbps upload and download speeds With upload speeds matching download speeds, you can transfer and back up large files with ease. Unlimited data usage, no data caps or throttling. Capacity for all your devices

Serenity Hollow Campground

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40mi from Fort Smith · 10 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Heavener, OK

Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space. We are an equine campground nestled by the Ouachita mountains in Oklahoma. Though our main campers are equestrians, we are open to all who love to be outdoors and have multi-use horse, hiking and bike trails. We offer a outdoor kitchen with all cookware available. Our bath house has a men's and women's side with lavatories as well as shower. Come enjoy the beautiful scenery and calm environment. We strive to be your favorite vacation spot!

Hill Top Lodging

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15mi from Fort Smith · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Hackett, AR

Learn more about this land: Pull up primitive camp site. Hiking, fishing, and natural beauty of the forest and mountains. Bring your UTV for short excusions to enjoy ridge running near by mountain roads. Ask for details.

Turner Bend Cabins & RV Campground

38mi from Fort Smith · 73 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Ozark, AR

Welcome to Turner Bend, a unique outdoor destination that has been a cherished part of the Mulberry River Valley since 1911. Nestled at the junction of the Mulberry River and Highway 23, also known as the Pig Trail, Turner Bend Outfitter offers a blend of adventure and relaxation in Cass, Arkansas. Our campground features cozy cabin rentals, RV sites, and tent camping, all conveniently located near trailheads leading to the Mill Creek ORV/ATV riding area and other scenic trails in the Boston Mountain and Pleasant Hill Ranger Districts of the Ozark National Forest. At Turner Bend, we cater to all your adventure needs. Whether you're eager to experience the thrill of whitewater boating on the Mulberry River, hike the picturesque Ozark Highland Trail, or ride your ORV/ATV through the stunning Ozark Mountains, we have you covered. Our rentals include canoes, kayaks, and rafts, making it easy to explore the river's beauty. After a day of outdoor activities, don't miss our 'almost famous' deli sandwiches, perfect for refueling. In addition to our outdoor offerings, Turner Bend provides essential supplies for your adventures, including camping gear, premium gasoline, cold beer, native wine, ATV/OHV maps and t-shirts.

Public campgrounds near Fort Smith

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Lake Fort Smith Campground

28mi from Fort Smith · 40 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lake Fort Smith State Park

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Devil's Den Campground

31mi from Fort Smith · 161 sites · Tents, RVs · in Devil's Den State Park

White Rock Mountain Recreation Area and Campground

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White Rock Mountain Recreation Area and Campground

33mi from Fort Smith · 12 sites · Tents, RVs · in Ozark-St. Francis National Forests

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Wister Lake Campground

37mi from Fort Smith · 153 sites · Tents, RVs · in Wister Lake State Park

Stories from the community

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Jackson

2 weeks ago

With pets

Weekend Trip to Tin Top Village

We stayed at the Country Cabin and had the most amazing time! Perfect mix of seclusion and safety. Our two dogs had so much fun on their tie outs and we can’t wait to come back!

Travis

2 weeks ago

With pets

3 nights at Lake Wilson Retreat 🌲

Very convenient and easy to get to, while still being away from everything and quiet. Everything was set up nicely. The host was very friendly and easy to contact. You can watch the sun rise from the deck in the morning. Perfect place for a quiet getaway! Thanks!

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Kathleen

3 weeks ago

With kids

Weekend Trip to Barker Gap

From the moment we booked the cub cabin until we left, Brian was absolutely amazing! He was very attentive to all my questions and even greeted us when we got there. The cabin was perfect and so was the whole campsite. We will be back for sure!!

Site 1 - - Lovely country themed cabin with sleep loft

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Juniper

October 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Tin Top Village

This little cabin in the woods was the perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of Fayetteville. Not too far from town and located in a beautiful forest. We will definitely return. If you are a big coffee drinker, I recommend bringing your own.

Tanner

October 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Tin Top Village

We loved our stay at the Country Cabin. It's 15 minutes from downtown, but it feels out in the sticks. The cabin was clean and well-stocked, the A/C kept us cool, the shower was hot, the kitchen had everything we needed for meals. The nights were quiet, perfect for fires and nature. We will be back!

Tammy

October 2025

With kids

1 night at Serenity Hollow Campground

The Host Tammie was very welcoming and showed my granddaughter around. Beautiful and cozy little stay. Would recommend this to anyone looking to stay if you need a halfway point.

Sandy

September 2025

Group trip

3 nights at Tin Top Village

Super awesome spot and an amazing host!! We will be back!! :)

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Alex

September 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Barker Gap

Amazing people beautiful place highly recommend will be back

Entrance and front porch of the Bears Den cabin.

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Lexie

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Barker Gap

We had the best weekend camping in the Bears Den. The owners were very sweet and the campgrounds were clean and relaxing. The Bears Den was very comfortable and clean.

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Cole

August 2025

3 nights at Tin Top Village

I stay here every time I go to Fayetteville for work. So peaceful and quiet! Cheaper than any hotel and the owner always makes sure you’re taken care of. 10/10

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Shelly

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Tin Top Village

I this is the second time I have stayed at tiptop. It is wonderful. It feels like you’re in the country. It is clean and stocked so well. At night time when you walk outside, you might see a ton of beautiful fireflies. I recommend this whole hardly

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Sophia

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Lake Wilson Retreat 🌲

My partner and I loved the location. Easy to find and private. Really nice set up.

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Cory

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Tin Top Village

What a wonderful place to stay. Great experience. Quiet location and close to amenities. Neighboring cabin was in eyesight but the other visitors were quiet and respectful. Host checked in with us and made sure we had everything we needed! Can’t beat the value!

Jim

June 2025

With pets

7 nights at Tin Top Village

I love the screen and front porch. All the comforts of home. I have been there twice now & both times have been great. My dog loves it also.

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Chris

May 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Tin Top Village

Great cabin, the perfect getaway. Had everything we needed. Well furnished and great location. Would recommend!

Christy

May 2025

Weekend Trip to Barker Gap

Great place and location. So quiet. The owners are so kind. The cabin and front porch are perfect.

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jasmine

May 2025

With pets

3 nights at Sacred Pines

The cabin has a lot of character and neat decor. It was really nice to have 1.5 bathrooms, a full kitchen, and a washer and dryer! The back patio is nice and large, which was great since it rained a bit each day we stayed. My family and I spent the majority of our days out there. When we weren’t relaxing on the patio, we went on adventures all over the beautiful and well maintained property. There is a nice pavilion, a pond, and plenty of trails to explore. Thank you Miranda for a lovely weekend getaway!!!

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Rachel

May 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Lake Wilson Retreat 🌲

This was a great spot that felt very secluded for being so close to town! It was nice and quiet throughout our time there. We enjoyed the short walk down to the lake. We tent camped with our dogs and used the shed for dry storage which was so nice to have. Chairs and fire pit tools were an added bonus. As with any Arkansas camping, be sure to use your bug spray and check for ticks often!

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Jackie

April 2025

Weekend Trip to Lake Wilson Retreat 🌲

This was a beautiful piece of land that offered privacy and everything about the shed was perfect and as described. We really enjoyed our time. The recreational lake near the property was busy that weekend so there was some noise from that but it also offered some lovely trails which we enjoyed hiking and exploring.

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Leeann

April 2025

Weekend Trip to Tin Top Village

Upon arriving at this cabin, it immediately became my favorite. I was in Arkansas for a gravel race and needed a restful, relaxing environment to recharge and recover. In addition to the cutest decor, there were so many extra thoughtful spaces throughout the cabin. I enjoyed sipping coffee on the screened porch in morning. Evenings were spent by the fire enjoying the stars. All the firewood and grilling supplies were provided at no extra cost. I enjoyed all the wonderful reading materials supplied throughout the cabin carefully placed for maximum enjoyment. Vicky even supplied coffee, spices, food and every kitchen convenience. If you enjoy cooking, this place has lovely dishes for inside and even picnic supplies for an afternoon hike. The only time I was sad when I had to pack up and leave. I am already planning another bike adventure so I can get back to this quiet, cozy, cute cabin in the woods.