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Sams Throne Recreation Area

Primarily well known as a rock climbing site, Sam's Throne, near Mt. Judea, is also a popular hiking, camping and photography destination. Located on Judea Mountain and overlooking the Big Creek valley below, the scenic views demonstrate why this is such a popular place. This is a dispersed camping area with no trash services. Pack it in, pack it out.

 

General Information

Open all year

No fees are required for this site

Free

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Address: 12000 AR-27 Hector, AR 72843
Phone: (479) 284-3150
Hours: Visitor Center open Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00AM to 4:00PM. Phone services only Monday and Thursday 9:00AM to 4:00PM. (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 35.87561

Longitude: -93.04642

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Vault toilet(s)

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated October 31, 2025