Cedar Lake Campground, Hodgen, OK

Cedar Lake Campground is located in the Choctaw Ranger District of the Ouachita National Forest (1 hr 1 min southwest of Fort Smith, AR) with an elevation of 1,021 feet. There are a total of 51 campsites. The campground is open all year. 4 sites can accommodate RVs between 25 and 70 feet. All sites are currently reservable. 33 sites have electric and water hookups. 1 site has electric hookups. Fees range from $15.00 to $40.00.
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Campsite Reviews (92)

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@EricaS4599853 · Camped on Jun 28, 2024 at Campsite #28
Leeches all over our feet when using swim area!
@RickB1041029 · Camped on May 9, 2024 at Campsite #33
Loved the campground although it probably gets pretty noisy on the weekends. If there was cell service with AT&T we would stay longer. Overall good experience.
@AlbinoC10653F9 · Camped on Apr 28, 2024 at Campsite #28
Although hard to get into our RV spot because it was on an incline, once we were settled, we thoroughly enjoyed the experience. We fished and caught dinner two nights. We hiked the 3 mile trail around the lake. We explored the area on our motorcycle and especially enjoyed the Talimena scenic drive. It was quiet and peaceful.
@JenniferO78490 · Camped on Apr 26, 2024 at Campsite #28
Site 27. Gravel pad that kept the site dry. Bathrooms clean. Trail around the lake was beautiful. Poison ivy was rampant be careful. Quiet and camp hosts friendly. Loved it!
@MarshaR4667478 · Camped on Apr 19, 2024 at Campsite #E3
It was our 4th stay at Cedar Lake Equestrian Camp. Enjoy it every time. Still haven't cover near enough of the trails. The only thing that would make it better would be sewer hook us or at least a dump station in the camp. We'll be back
@DeborahG605773 · Camped on Apr 11, 2024 at Campsite #E10
Equestrian campFun ride. Very rocky shoes or boots a must. Showers nice and warm. The loops are confusing.
@RussellU619BDC · Camped on Apr 11, 2024 at Campsite #E8
Enjoyable experience.
@DavidM1864120 · Camped on Apr 6, 2024 at Campsite #GC 1
Came for the 2024 eclipse. Campsites were all clean and well-maintained. We enjoyed Group Camp 1 for the weekend. The eclipse bags available at the visitor center were a nice welcoming touch as well. We did not explore much beyond the North Shore campground, but did enjoy the (almost) 3 mile trail around the lake as well as observing the eclipse from the dam. Bathrooms and showers were nearby, convenient, and clean. Convenient to the Talimena Drive as well as several hiking trails in the forest. We did avail ourselves of the drive, but didn't do the trails this time.A beautiful family experience that we highly recommend.
@CarolB2589812 · Camped on Apr 5, 2024 at Campsite #E8
Trails were nice and campground and bathhouse were tidy. Unfortunately, the USFS has opted to allow non-horse people to camp in the equestrian campground. This brings up a host of issues, that I don't believe they've thought through.
@KarenJ9033248 · Camped on Apr 4, 2024 at Campsite #E5
Oklahoma's Cedar Lake equestrian campground is one of the best campgrounds for horse people in the tri-state area. Equestrians from many states visit our state due to Cedar Lake equestrian campgrounds and the many horse trails in the Quachita National Forest. We usually make 4 or 5 trips to Cedar Lake equestrian campgrounds every year and have done so for many, many years. We love it there and love the horse trails there.
@PattyHB862231C · Camped on Mar 31, 2024 at Campsite #33
The most peaceful, scenic, pine-surrounded mountainous campsites in Oklahoma! The camping spots are far enough apart to feel private. Many are close to the water. Theyre kept clean, but be sure to bring shower shoes. They finally have the water warm enough in the showers. The hiking trail around the lake is very beautiful, but youll need a walking stick for the terrain. Weve been coming here almost 50 years and cant get enough. Be sure to dine at Southern Belle in Heavener!
@RachelB1663487 · Camped on Mar 22, 2024 at Campsite #E18
This is a really nice horse camp. There is plenty of room between sites, pens are nice, water and electric is a plus, bathroom/shower house is very nice, clean, and well maintained. The lake is a short hike away and a beautiful 2.9 hike around. People are extremely friendly and helpful.
@DaleD6006260 · Camped on Mar 20, 2024 at Campsite #13
Camp host attentive. Grounds in excellent shape.
@LarryR5427320 · Camped on Mar 15, 2024 at Campsite #33
This is Heaven in Oklahoma . One of the must visit areas for the the evergreen lover. Is well kept and campsites are all via paved access. NO SEWER, but good dump stations and adequate showers. Small fishing lake with a nice sandy beach area. NO LARGE BOATS. Great walking trail.
@TeeH2E7ADC2EE8 · Camped on Mar 10, 2024 at Campsite #E20
We always enjoy our getaways to Cedar Lake Equestrian Camp!
@PamelaS2519925 · Camped on Mar 9, 2024 at Campsite #E17
The horse trails are beautiful but very rocky. Shoes are needed for sure. Had a great time.
@bobb2528793 · Camped on Mar 9, 2024 at Campsite #E11
Great camp sites and great well marked trails to ride.
@KathyH9289839 · Camped on Mar 6, 2024 at Campsite #33
The campground was very clean. The trail around the lake is well maintained. Scenery was beautiful and my stay was very relaxing. The camp hosts were friendly and very helpful. Loved my stay and plan to return.
@JeanneR0ACCAD5 · Camped on Nov 24, 2023 at Campsite #38
Beautiful Campsite. A bit confusing checkin, someone was in our site--haha.
@JamesR5751753 · Camped on Nov 19, 2023 at Campsite #45
Campgrounds are very well maintained. The Fire ring at our campsite was clean when we arrived and the bathrooms were well-maintained. The only complaint was that numerous dogs were off-lease at campsites and on walking trails.
@LeeannJCC671F1 · Camped on Nov 12, 2023 at Campsite #28
Had a great time. Spot 27. Our group had 26 and 28. Spot 26 fit a small travel trailer. All 3 were fairly level. Fishing dock behind these. Super calm small lake. Great hiking trail around the lake. Restrooms clean. Showers had good pressure and warm water. Camp host was excellent. Be careful when coming in to read signs. Make a left at stop sign to go to Sandy south shore. If you miss this turn youll have to turn around. Try doing it at the dump station before you got too far north. Watch low lying limbs! We had a great time and will be back.
@PattiK1502592 · Camped on Nov 12, 2023 at Campsite #27
Beautiful & quiet little lake.
@RichardB341941 · Camped on Nov 10, 2023 at Campsite #49
Beautiful campground. Very clean. Individual campsites are well set up and well maintained.
@katieh5499084 · Camped on Nov 6, 2023 at Campsite #27
This was the most peaceful, clean, quiet and beautiful campground I've been to in Oklahoma. I can't wait to go back and stay longer. The camp hosts were a visible presence and they maintained the grounds and facilities wonderfully. Everything was clean; restrooms, trails, campsites. I so much appreciated the quietness of the campground, that made it possible to enjoy the beauty of the surroundings.
@JanetM4560C9E5 · Camped on Oct 20, 2023 at Campsite #E8
We camped in equestrian camp. Park was clean and well maintained. Host was friendly and helpful.

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