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Running Water Cabin deck and fire pit beside the creek in a wooded Arkansas setting

Running Water Cabins

Creekside Cabins Near Mena, Arkansas

Unplug beside the water, explore the Ouachita Mountains, and make yourself at home in a fully furnished cabin near Wolf Pen Gap.

Creekside settingFully furnished kitchensNear Wolf Pen GapCabins for 5-12 guests

Choose your stay

Two creekside cabins, two trip styles

The larger cabin is built for groups up to 12. The tiny cabin is a tighter, simpler fit for couples, small families, and small groups up to 5.

Front exterior of Running Water Cabin with a covered porch and wooded backdrop
Sleeps 123 bedrooms2 full bathrooms

Running Water Cabin

4.9 on Airbnb

A highly rated creekside Airbnb for groups who want room to spread out, cook together, relax outside, and enjoy a few built-in comforts after a day in the Ouachitas.

  • Sleeps up to 12
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 full bathrooms
  • 7 beds
  • 4.9 Airbnb rating
Front exterior of Running Water Tiny Cabin with a covered porch and wooded setting
Sleeps 52 bedrooms1 full bathroom

Running Water Tiny Cabin

4.76 on Airbnb

A compact Airbnb-listed cabin near Big Fork conveniences, creekside relaxation, and ATV routes toward Wolf Pen Gap and Fourche Mountain.

  • Sleeps up to 5
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 3 beds
  • 1 bathroom
  • 4.76 Airbnb rating

Creek, trails, and time together

Slow down by the creek or head straight for the trails

Relax by the water

Start with coffee on the deck, gather by the fire pit, and let the creek set the pace.

Ride and explore

Plan days around Wolf Pen Gap, the Ouachita National Forest, hiking, biking, and scenic drives.

Reconnect with your people

Cook, play, and settle in with enough space for the group size that fits your trip.

Cabin Amenities

Comfortable indoor spaces, practical kitchens, creekside outdoor areas, and easy access to Ouachita adventures.

Full Kitchens

Both cabins include full kitchens for easy meals between outdoor plans.

Creekside Setting

Stay close to the water in a wooded Arkansas setting.

Outdoor Fire Pits

Gather outside after a day on the trails or around the water.

Decks

Outdoor deck spaces make it easy to slow down outside.

Hot Tub

Relax with hot tub access after a day in the Ouachitas.

Pool Table

Available at Running Water Cabin.

Wi-Fi

Stay connected when you want to check plans, routes, or messages.

Pets Allowed

Airbnb lists pets allowed for Running Water Cabin.

ATV Region

Use the cabins as a base for Wolf Pen Gap and Ouachita adventures.

Big Fork / Mena Area

Close to supplies, food, fuel, and outdoor recreation.

Airbnb guest feedback

4.9 on Airbnb

Guests consistently praise the family-friendly layout, hot tub, outdoor spaces, cleanliness, location, and hospitality.

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Nearby experiences

Outdoor days around Mena and Big Fork

Explore trail riding, forest scenery, water recreation, and practical nearby stops without stuffing the itinerary.

Wolf Pen Gap ATV Trails

Make the cabins your base for one of Arkansas's best-known ATV trail areas, with mountain routes, forest scenery, and plenty of room in the itinerary for creekside downtime afterward.

Ouachita National Forest

The surrounding forest brings the classic Ouachita mix: winding roads, hardwood ridges, quiet creek bottoms, overlooks, and space to slow down between bigger adventures.

ATV Riding

ATV days are easy to build into a cabin trip, whether your group wants a full trail day or a shorter ride before dinner by the creek.

Fishing and Creek Activities

The water is part of the rhythm here, from slow creek time at the property to fishing plans around nearby rivers and streams.

Hiking

Stretch your legs on wooded routes near Mena, then come back to a real kitchen, comfortable beds, and an easy place to gather.

Scenic Drives

When the group wants views without a full trail day, the Mena area delivers winding mountain roads, forest edges, and quiet stretches worth taking slowly.

Kayaking

Nearby rivers and streams can turn a warm-weather stay into a water day, especially for guests who like a slower adventure between trail rides.

Swimming

Creeks and local swimming spots add an easy way to cool off after a morning outside, especially for families and summer groups.

Nearby Restaurants

Keep meals flexible with local food options around Big Fork and Mena, from quick bites to sit-down stops after a long day outside.

Fuel

Fuel planning matters when your trip includes ATVs, scenic routes, and forest drives. Top off before longer loops and trail days.

Groceries

Both cabins are set up for easy meals, so a grocery run can turn into relaxed breakfasts, packed trail lunches, and low-key dinners.

Local Shopping

Mena and the surrounding area offer practical stops and local finds, useful for rainy-day browsing or grabbing something you forgot to pack.

Mena Attractions

Mena gives your group a town day option with food, shops, drives, and access to the wider Ouachita Mountain area.

Big Fork Conveniences

Big Fork keeps the practical side of the trip close, with nearby options for food, groceries, gas, drinks, and quick supplies.

Photo Gallery

A preview of the cabin setting, interiors, outdoor spaces, amenities, and nearby experiences.

Near Big Fork and Mena, Arkansas

Running Water Cabins places guests near the Ouachita National Forest, Wolf Pen Gap, and everyday supplies around Big Fork and Mena.

Close to practical stops

Plan easy runs for food, fuel, groceries, snacks, and drinks while keeping the focus on creek time and mountain adventures.

Explore Nearby Adventures
Running Water Cabin beside the creek with a fire pit below the deck

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