Green River, Utah offers multiple camping options along the Green River corridor, with camp sites generally situated between 4,000-5,000 feet elevation. The region serves as a strategic camping base for accessing both the San Rafael Swell to the west and multiple national parks to the east. Summer temperatures frequently reach triple digits during daytime hours, while winter brings freezing overnight conditions with occasional snow.
What to do
Mountain biking near Moab: Campers staying at Utahraptor State Park Campground can access several trail systems without relocating. "This is close to the Soverign MTB trail system, and a little south from Klondike. At the end of this road is the KlonZo trail network," notes a reviewer who appreciated the convenient trail access.
Green River floating: Set up camp at Swasey's Beach Campground for easy water access. "This is a great campground right on the Green river next to the beautiful Swasey's beach. It is perfect for anyone getting off the river from Deso-Grey Canyons or a day float down from Nefertiti," writes a camper who visited the site.
Golfing: Several campgrounds provide access to golf facilities, including Green River State Park Campground, which shares boundaries with a full course. As one reviewer noted, "This state park also has a full fledged, beautiful golf course! We just stayed one night passing through but it's definitely the kind of spot we'd love to stay for a weekend."
What campers like
Convenient interstate access: Many travelers appreciate the accessibility of Athena Slabs at Green River for overnight stays. "Easy access to and from the highway. Distant Cliffs provide a nice view. High enough from the road that you don't really hear it," according to one visitor's review.
Swimming options: During hot summer months, cooling off becomes a priority. A camper at Green River KOA commented, "They have sewer, water, 30/50 Amp hookups. There's an area for dogs as well... Beautiful. Clean and updated. The pull throughs are flat ground. Picnic tables, grills, pool."
Clean facilities: Many campsites maintain well-kept restrooms and showers. According to one visitor to Shady Acres RV Park, "This camping establishment is okay you have a bathhouse with two showers a toilet, 2 urinals and two sinks. The bathhouse is clean and the hot water is an on demand type so it takes a few minutes to work."
What you should know
Limited shade: The desert landscape means minimal natural shelter. "Not much shade and I70 a mile away. We tent camped so the hwy was very loud and the cows in the adjacent field were mooing for a few hours at night," noted a camper at Green River KOA.
Seasonal considerations: Area campgrounds operate on varying schedules depending on location and facilities. While most established sites close during winter months, Green River KOA remains operational year-round, providing an option during off-season travel.
Road conditions vary widely: Many dispersed camping areas require careful navigation. At BLM 144 Dispersed, a camper cautioned, "If rainy/wet and in 2wd beware. I got stuck, luckily got myself out. It was about 930p and I didn't notice just how muddy it was until I was sliding. Good spot if dry."
Tips for camping with families
Plan for extreme weather: The climate demands preparation regardless of season. A visitor to Green River State Park shared, "We never met any of the staff, but the place looked well kept and the sites were great! Very spacious and close to all the parks."
Pet-friendly options: Multiple sites accommodate animals, with specific amenities for pets. At Green River KOA, one camper noted, "Stayed here for a night after a long drive. We wanted to take showers and not have to search for a site. Hot showers, nice staff, dog park."
Secure reservations early: Popular established campgrounds fill quickly during peak season. "We ended up at this campground after discovering every other campground within an hour of Moab was full. We were lucky enough to find a walk up site at this state park," warned a visitor to Green River State Park Campground.
Tips from RVers
Full hookup availability: Several campgrounds offer complete services. A reviewer at iCamp Green River observed, "Spots have electric and water some have sewer. It seems there are several RV that just live here and others are passing through. Spaces are pull throughs."
Consider site location: Train noise affects several campgrounds in the area. "It is great for a one night stay but I would not want to be here longer. There is a train tracks near by so if that noise bothers you this is not the place," noted an RVer at iCamp Green River.
Laundry facilities: For extended trips, access to washing machines can be crucial. "Nice place. Laundry on site which was the biggest draw. Can't find a laundromat in 100 miles of here. Reasonable prices. Clean. Has a fenced in dog park," according to a camper at Shady Acres RV Park.
