We stayed in one of the duplex cabins on Christmas break this year. The cabins were very clean and nice, had excellent views of the lake. We loved that each cabin has its own boat dock! Hiked a few if the trails up to a waterfall. We loved it! We will be back!
We were only there for the day. We walked the trails to see the waterfall. Seems as though a lot of other people had the same idea. It would have felt good on a hot day, however, it was very crowded. The campgrounds looked nice. We wanted to come next year and camp, however it seems there is a very long waiting list. Very scenic
Loved the serenity and peacefulness. Lush, green surroundings. A wonderful place to pull up a lawn chair and do some fishing.
We didn't have much time and did the Falls Branch Trail. There are three main trails in this area Dam Mountain Trail-White Blaze-4.5 miles, Falls Branch Trail-Red Blaze-2.0 miles, Horseshoe Mountain Trail-Yellow Blaze-3.5 miles. You could do one...all...or some combination of the trails - but look at the map before you go. The trail was well cut - some mild elevation. The waterfall was a nice feature (not too flowing in January). The State Park had a lot of camping/cabins, a beach area (when warmer), and lake. The view of the dam building is pretty strong and does take away from the wilderness feel. Could be a nice day or two...a very nice state park. We did use the bathroom in the visitor center; the toilets by the trailhead were closed the day we were there in January.
Growing up in Arkansas, I only went to Lake Quachita, Hamiliton and Greers Ferry. I was so impressed with the facilities at Lake Catherine State Park. If camping is on your agenda, this place is a great destination.
We loved the cabin. We had a family BBQ and look forward to staying in the cabins again. Only one cabin allows pets. I will be booking in advance for that one.
And even a waterfall that you can hike to. This is a good hiking area and if you don't have time you can just hang out at the lake side. Bathrooms are clean, picnic tables and BBQs .
Me and my family went here last March it was very peaceful. The only complaint we had was that a party was going on next door until 1am and they were extra loud. Plus one of the guest stayed up late practicing violin and the yurt are not very far apart. But view is nice and bathrooms are clean.
Our family has not every stayed in a yurt until our stay at Lake Catherine. We enjoyed taking our two dogs along on our getaway. Bath house was very nice and clean. Staff was very friendly and professional.
Very nice, quiet campground. Easy access from I 30, not too far from Hot Springs. Nice site, fire rings with grills, many back up to the water. Good maintenance, very clean. Friendly folks at check in. We camped in mh.