Sams Throne Recreation Area

Facility · Arkansas ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Ozark National Forest (NF) · Open Access

1,970 ft
Elevation

Primarily well known as a rock climbing site, Sam's Throne, near Mt. Judea, is also a popular hiking, camping and photography destination. Located up on Judea Mountain and overlooking the Big Creek valley below, the scenic views will show you why this is such a popular place.

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Getting there

35.87562, -93.04642 · 35°52'32.2"N 93°2'47.1"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in3.23.44.85.05.15.53.95.24.24.54.33.6

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 8.3 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Sams Throne Recreation Area

Can you reserve a site at Sams Throne Recreation Area?
No. Sams Throne Recreation Area is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

Camping near Sams Throne Recreation Area

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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