With several established sites spread throughout dense forest, Sam's Throne Campground operates as a National Forest facility where campers pay varying fees for drive-in or walk-in access. The tree cover blocks solar panels and satellite internet, creating conditions that favor disconnected stays. Pit toilets serve both ends of the campground, though no water or trash service is provided.
Hikers find trail access directly from the campground, with routes leading to rock climbing areas and elevated viewpoints. Firewood collection proves challenging on-site, so campers often purchase supplies from the nearby Red Oak store. The spacious site layout and midweek departures create opportunities for solitary camping experiences, particularly for visitors extending stays beyond typical weekend crowds.
Description
Six primitive campsites - not dispersed - (vault toilet, no water or electricity) are open for use in the area.
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Location
Public CampgroundSam's Throne Campground is located in Arkansas
Coordinates
35.878689303060746 N
93.04549375593149 W
Connectivity
T-MobilePossible CoverageVerified by 16 usersLast on 4/4/26
VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 16 usersLast on 4/4/26- AT&TLTEGood CoverageVerified by 16 usersLast on 4/4/26
Connectivity
- T-MobilePossible CoverageVerified by 16 usersLast on 4/4/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 16 usersLast on 4/4/26
- AT&TLTEGood CoverageVerified by 16 usersLast on 4/4/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Dispersed
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 1 hr 53 min from Fort Smith, AR
- 1 hr 55 min from Little Rock, AR
- 1 hr 56 min from Springfield, MO
- 1 hr 59 min from Fayetteville, AR
