Rustic cabin nestled among tall pines on a misty Ozark morning
Gamaliel, Arkansas

Your piece of the
Ozarks is waiting

Private cabins on wooded grounds, fireplaces that crackle, and porches that face nothing but trees. No crowds, no rush — just quiet mountain air.

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Why Four Bears

A real retreat,
not a roadside stop

Four Bears Resort sits back off AR-101 in Gamaliel, where the road ends and the pines begin. We built this place for people who want to unplug — no resort lobby, no shared walls, no schedule to keep.

Each cabin is a standalone home on wooded grounds. Wake to birdsong. Spend the day exploring the Ozark trail network or doing absolutely nothing. Come back to a fire in the hearth and a porch that belongs only to you.

Private Cabins

Standalone homes on wooded lots

Secluded Grounds

Treed buffers between every cabin

Wood-Burning Fireplaces

Real fires, every evening

Near Branson

An hour from the action, worlds away

Four Bears Resort cabin exterior surrounded by mature oak and pine trees
Cabin Living

Everything you need.
Nothing you don't.

Our cabins are designed for comfort without clutter. Full kitchens, cozy sleeping areas, and porches that invite you to stay outside a little longer.

Spacious cabin interior with stone fireplace and exposed wood beams
Popular

The Black Bear Cabin

Our largest cabin — two bedrooms, a full stone fireplace, and a wraparound porch that catches sunset light all evening long.

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Cozy cabin bedroom with king bed and linen curtains
Romantic

The Grizzly Retreat

One bedroom, one bathroom, one incredible view. Perfect for couples who want to disconnect and actually talk to each other.

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Cabin kitchen with modern appliances and rustic wood countertops
Compact

The Cub's Den

A studio-style cabin with a loft bed, full kitchen, and a screened porch that keeps the mosquitoes out while the mountain breeze comes in.

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Amenities

Thoughtful details,
zero compromises

We handle the things that usually ruin a getaway — Wi-Fi that works, hot water that stays hot, and beds that actually feel good.

Wood-Burning Fireplaces

Every cabin has a real hearth. Firewood is provided — you just show up and enjoy the crackle.

Full Kitchens

Pots, pans, a real fridge, and everything you need to cook a proper meal instead of eating out.

Screened Porches

Morning coffee and evening wine — both taste better on a porch with a view and no bugs.

Reliable Wi-Fi

When you actually need it — remote work, movie night, sending a text — it works. No hunting for signal.

Free Parking

Pull up right to your cabin. No shared lots, no walking far with groceries and luggage.

Flexible Check-In

Self check-in with a code — arrive when you arrive. No front desk, no waiting around.

Trail Maps & Guides

Local hiking, fishing, and sightseeing recommendations printed and waiting for you on arrival.

Pet-Friendly

Bring the dog. Some cabins are designated pet-friendly — just let us know when you book.

Hiking trail through dense Ozark forest with dappled sunlight
Calm Ozark lake surrounded by autumn-colored hills
Sunset over the Ozark hills with golden light through the pines
Clear mountain creek flowing over smooth stones in the Ozark woods
Surroundings

The Ozarks at
your doorstep

Gamaliel sits in the heart of the Ozark National Forest region — a landscape of hollows, ridgelines, and clear creeks that has drawn outsiders here for generations. Four Bears is close enough to everything worth seeing and far enough away to feel untouched.

  • Hiking and trail running through old-growth hardwood forest
  • Fishing in nearby lakes and spring-fed creeks
  • Branson entertainment — theaters, shows, and attractions within an hour
  • Fall foliage that turns the entire valley gold and crimson
  • Stargazing from your porch — zero light pollution, full sky
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Our Story

We built this because
we needed it too

Four Bears Resort started as a personal project — a place where our own family could escape the noise of daily life and remember what it felt like to slow down. We bought the land, cleared the view, and built the first cabin with our hands.

Today, we welcome a small number of guests at a time. That's intentional. We'd rather have five happy families than fifty rushed ones. Every cabin is maintained personally, every reservation is handled directly, and every guest gets the same attention we'd want ourselves.

The name comes from the four bears we occasionally spot on the property — black bears, the kind that keep to themselves and remind you this is still their home, too. We're just borrowing the porch.

"We don't own the mountain. We just get to share it with you for a little while."
Guest Experiences

What people
take with them

"We drove in from Chicago and immediately felt like we'd stepped into a different world. The cabin was spotless, the fire was already going, and the only sound was wind in the pines. We left on Sunday and didn't want to come back."

M

M. Thompson

Fall visit · Grizzly Retreat

"Brought my parents for their anniversary and my kids for a family reunion — everyone was happy. The Black Bear Cabin has room to spread out, and the screened porch was our favorite spot. Already planning the next trip."

S

S. Ramirez

Summer visit · Black Bear Cabin

"Went for a weekend with my wife, no plans, no agenda. That was the point. The Cub's Den was perfect for that — small, comfortable, and exactly the kind of quiet we'd been looking for. Thank you for keeping it real."

J

J. Whitfield

Spring visit · The Cub's Den

Your table is set. The fire is waiting.
Just say when.

Reservations are handled directly — no third-party platforms, no hidden fees. Call us or send a message and we'll have your cabin ready.

Get in Touch

Ready to
unplug?

Reach out directly — we respond personally, usually within a few hours. No bots, no hold music.

Call or Text

(870) 405-3987

Find Us

7624 AR-101

Gamaliel, AR 72537

Office Hours

Mon – Fri: 9 AM – 6 PM

Sat – Sun: 10 AM – 4 PM

Self check-in available outside hours

Send Us a Message

Tell us your dates and how many in your party — we'll get back to you with availability and pricing.

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