Sam’s Throne may be one of the most popular climbing spots in all of Arkansas but that doesn’t mean you have to be a skilled rock climber to enjoy the view. This area does have a trail that doesn’t require ropes and rappelling for the more mild adventurer in the state. Let’s head to Mt. Judea take the roundabout way to reach the top of this iconic formation.

When you look up it's easy to see why Sam's Throne is a rock climber's paradise.
Flickr/Jonathan Ball
After all, it is in the top three spots for climbing in Arkansas according to the Mountain Project.
Don't feel like you have to miss out just because you're not wanting a full blown climbing excursion.
AllTrails/Tara Barger
Some of us prefer to just rely on our legs and not ropes when ascending to the top of an Arkansas vista. Thankfully, Sam's Throne has a lovely ropeless hike to the top of the rocks.

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Hikers can still have an adventure and reach the top of Sam's Throne without having to leave the ground.
AllTrails/Doug Neidholdt
The 2-mile trail is rated as moderate and will take some exertion. No ropes or bouldering skills are needed but know that the trail does have over 300-ft. of elevation gain. For directions to the campground and trailhead, use this map.
Your effort will pay off as soon as you reach the bluffs.
Google/Teresa Hatch
This is one hike you can take in just about every season. Enjoy the explosion of color in the fall or breathtaking greenery during the spring.
No matter how you trek up the Throne, the views are worth a million dollars.
Google/Ethan Ruhland
For more details on this gorgeous hike, we recommend visiting this site.

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