Campgrounds and Cabins
Camping
Cedar Lake Recreation Area Camping
National forest campground on a small lake with a sandy swim beach and a flat shoreline loop trail kids can walk on their own
Ages
3–18+
Cost
Paid
Duration
~24hrs
Difficulty
Easy
Setting
Outdoor
A Forest Service campground in the Ouachita National Forest built around a small lake with a sandy swimming beach. The setting is classic national forest: tall pines, well-spaced sites, a lake loop trail kids can walk on their own, and no commercial development in sight. There is a separate equestrian camping area, so horse trailers do not end up parked next to family tents. Facilities are simpler than a state park, which keeps both the cost and the crowds down.
Dog Friendly
Pricing
Forest Service campsite fees are modest and some loops take reservations through Recreation.gov while others are first come first served (verify)
Common Questions
- How much does Cedar Lake Recreation Area Camping cost?
- Admission to Cedar Lake Recreation Area Camping is paid. Forest Service campsite fees are modest and some loops take reservations through Recreation.gov while others are first come first served (verify)
- What ages is Cedar Lake Recreation Area Camping good for?
- Cedar Lake Recreation Area Camping is best for kids ages 3 to 18+.
- Is Cedar Lake Recreation Area Camping stroller friendly?
- No, Cedar Lake Recreation Area Camping is not considered stroller friendly.
- Can I bring my dog to Cedar Lake Recreation Area Camping?
- Yes, dogs are welcome at Cedar Lake Recreation Area Camping.
- How hard is Cedar Lake Recreation Area Camping?
- The difficulty level is easy. Plan for about 24 hours.
- Is Cedar Lake Recreation Area Camping free?
- No, there is a cost to visit Cedar Lake Recreation Area Camping. Forest Service campsite fees are modest and some loops take reservations through Recreation.gov while others are first come first served (verify)
- What should I bring to Cedar Lake Recreation Area Camping?
- Tent, sleeping bags, camp stove, drinking water, swimsuits, bug spray, groceries
- How long does Cedar Lake Recreation Area Camping take?
- Most families spend about 24 hours at Cedar Lake Recreation Area Camping.
- When is the best time to visit Cedar Lake Recreation Area Camping?
- Late spring through early fall for swimming
- Is there parking at Cedar Lake Recreation Area Camping?
- Parking at each campsite. Separate beach and trailhead lots.