The best river, stream, or creek cabin rentals near Fort Smith, Arkansas

Looking for a camping experience near Fort Smith, Arkansas with a cabin and river? Hipcamp has over 100 options for you to choose from, each tailored to your specific accommodation and activity/terrain preferences. Among the top campsites in the area are Open-air Meditation Sanctuary (104 reviews), Ouachita River Haven (82 reviews), and Thunder Mountain River Camp (52 reviews). Popular amenities include showers, pets, and trash, while the most popular activities are boating, fishing, and hiking. With an average price of $40 per night and options as low as $10, you're sure to find the perfect camping experience for your needs and budget.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Fort Smith

Looking for a camping experience near Fort Smith, Arkansas with a cabin and river? Hipcamp has over 100 options for you to choose from, each tailored to your specific accommodation and activity/terrain preferences. Among the top campsites in the area are Open-air Meditation Sanctuary (104 reviews), Ouachita River Haven (82 reviews), and Thunder Mountain River Camp (52 reviews). Popular amenities include showers, pets, and trash, while the most popular activities are boating, fishing, and hiking. With an average price of $40 per night and options as low as $10, you're sure to find the perfect camping experience for your needs and budget.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Fort Smith

1. Sacred Pines

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

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!

2. Lisa Christiansen’s Childhood Home

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

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

3. Hill Top Lodging

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

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.

4. Devil's Den State Park

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161 sites · Winslow, Arkansas

Hike past ancient rock formations or take a pedalboat out on the lake.

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5. Ozark-St. Francis National Forests

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312 sites · Farmington, Arkansas

Two distinct forests rolled into one package! That means twice the amount of outdoorsy goodness to explore. The Ozark National Forest covers most of the Ozark Mountains, including the highest peak in the state. It’s awesome here when the dogwood and redbuds bloom in the spring, and when the leaves change color in the fall. The St. Francis National Forest is more diverse, with the St. Francis and Mississippi Rivers running through it, as well as lakes, valleys, and tons of wildlife. It’s the only place in the national forest system where you can access the Mississippi River from the shore, so that right there is a must do! The whole expanse of land is filled with multi-use trails, hundreds of campsites, spots for swimming, fishing, and boating, and even some amazing caves to explore. Mother Nature crushing it as usual.

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6. Turner Bend Cabins & RV Campground

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

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.

7. Wister Lake State Park

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153 sites · Wister, Oklahoma

Discover the natural splendor of Lake Wister State Park.

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Public campgrounds near Fort Smith

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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

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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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!!!