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Athena Slabs at Green River

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Athena Slabs at Green River, near Green River, Utah, is a unique spot for those looking to pull off the highway and catch some shut-eye or enjoy a few days of outdoor adventure. This area features spacious concrete slabs left over from an old military base, providing plenty of flat ground for setting up camp, whether you're in a tent or an RV.

Visitors rave about the stunning views and the accessibility of the nearby Athena mountain bike trail, making it a great base for exploring the rugged beauty of the region. While the location is free and offers a relaxed vibe, keep in mind that there are no amenities like water or toilets, so come prepared. As one camper noted, “This picturesque site has great views and spacious sites,” perfect for soaking in the scenery.

The area is close to I-70, which means you might hear some highway noise, but many find it just blends into the background. If you're just stopping for the night, you'll appreciate the easy access and the fact that you can find a spot to park without hassle. Just be cautious of the surroundings, as some debris from the past can be found. Overall, Athena Slabs is a straightforward, no-frills location that offers a chance to unwind and enjoy the great outdoors.

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Athena Slabs at Green River is located in Utah

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38.97042523831463 N
110.12610643380548 W

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Reviewed Sep. 10, 2025

Wide Open Spaces & Solitude

Stayed here for a week and enjoyed the solitude of this wide open space. The Sunsets and moonrise's are spectactular. Worked on my art while out here. Met Mr. Steve and that was a fun evening. My flying hound-dog loved the freedom. The site is not far from the highway but cannot really hear it up here. Green River is just a short ways away. I recommend it for peace, quiet, amazing sky views and bring a Razor. :-)  Nomad Nikki Mobile Art Studio@NomadNikkiMobileArtStudio on YouTube.  https://www.facebook.com/NikkiYeomansAbstractArt/

SiteFound a level site next to the little dirt road.
Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Athena Slabs at Green River by Nikki Y., September 10, 2025
  • Review photo of Athena Slabs at Green River by Nikki Y., September 10, 2025
Reviewed Sep. 10, 2025

Good for an overnight near 70

This site is nice but not great for the views. More so if you need to pull off for a night. Private and perfect for campers, trailers and RVs. Right off 70. Not really any slabs we saw but gravel/rocky.

Pulled a 30 ft travel trailer with a 2003 ford f250 with no problems.

SiteAthena slabs
Month of VisitSeptember
Reviewed Sep. 9, 2025

No slabs left. Good for a night.

Just off the highway and the only amenity is good cell service but it's just a rough gravel lot with plenty of parking spaces and like someone mentioned there is still a sketchy camper but he's far away and appears to be living here. Like someone else mentioned there are a lot of sharp rocks and possibly rebar sticking out from when the slabs were moved so I would drive very carefully but it's a great View for the evening although it can get Dusty when the wind picks up since there is no shade or shelter of any kind.

SitePulled in near first set of electric lines
Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Athena Slabs at Green River by Steve M., September 9, 2025
  • Review photo of Athena Slabs at Green River by Steve M., September 9, 2025
  • Review photo of Athena Slabs at Green River by Steve M., September 9, 2025
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Reviewed Aug. 18, 2025

Close to highway and town, good views on hill

Not a bad spot to stay, there was a caravan parked that looked to have someone permanently living there which looked a little sketchy but we didn’t have any trouble, stayed up on top of the hill. Had to give the old van some right foot to get up there but not a bad spot. Good views and was away from anyone else. Probably the best free spot to stay around town. No facilities just open ground looking over the highway and over town

Month of VisitAugust
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Reviewed Oct. 12, 2024

Got slabbed in the face

We got there after dark and we couldn’t find any slabs. They had all been torn up. It’s a dirt field with slab piles and rebar in the dirt. Be careful driving in the field. We still found a nice flat spot to camp.

Month of VisitOctober
Reviewed Aug. 15, 2024

Easy stop off I-70

About a two minute drive off I-70, so very convenient stop if you’re passing through. Had the place to myself on a Wednesday night, apart from a couple herds of deer. If you’re following directions from the coordinates it’s okay to find in the dark. Can hear the highway. Wouldn’t stay here if I wanted to go “camping”, but it was fine to sleep for the night.

SiteSlab in the middle
Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Jun. 18, 2024

Quick stop right off I70

Easy gravel road after crossing I70. Would be hard to find the slabs at dusk. WIDE open no cover. Lights and noise from freeway. Good cell coverage. Great if just pulling off for a sleep.

Siteslab se corner
Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Athena Slabs at Green River by Scott W., June 18, 2024
  • Review photo of Athena Slabs at Green River by Scott W., June 18, 2024
  • Review photo of Athena Slabs at Green River by Scott W., June 18, 2024
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Reviewed May. 26, 2024

Excellent views and nice sites

This picturesque site has great views and spacious sites. This is way more than an overnight sleep, you could stay here 3-4 days for hiking and excellent views at different time of the day. Only caution is road is a bit rough to get to spots but not real bad and well worth It! BTW…AT&T Services was 5G!

Siteslab on right
Month of VisitMay
Reviewed Apr. 16, 2024

Good and close to Hwy but a Lil rough.

It great if you are gonna just spend the night and not really camp. We have dogs with us and there is a lot of junk to watch out for. Some of it from the area's former life and some of it from mis use by users. Not really site numbers but at least 20 slabs to park on. Mtn bike trail in sight of camp kinda of makes up for the mess.

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Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Athena Slabs at Green River by Taz B., April 16, 2024
  • Review photo of Athena Slabs at Green River by Taz B., April 16, 2024
  • Review photo of Athena Slabs at Green River by Taz B., April 16, 2024
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Reviewed Jul. 4, 2023

Quick overnight stay

Great spot for a quick overnight stay. Because of the concrete slabs, there are a ton of flat spots to set up whether you are tent or car camping. Easily accessible

Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Oct. 8, 2022

Overnight on I70

It is kind of cool. The slabs ate easy to camp on and find. There are some fire rings built.

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Month of VisitOctober
Reviewed May. 5, 2022

Good for quick stop on I-70

Camped right off the slabs to protect the tent, had the whole place completely to ourselves. Can hear the highway, but it’s just like white noise. Easy for short term 1-night!

Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Athena Slabs at Green River by Aimee S., May 5, 2022
  • Review photo of Athena Slabs at Green River by Aimee S., May 5, 2022
  • Review photo of Athena Slabs at Green River by Aimee S., May 5, 2022
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Reviewed Mar. 27, 2022

Athena Slabs at Green River Dispersed

This is an old military air force base, nothing left but all the concrete slabs from the bldgs. Just outside of Green River, excellent cell on Verizon, att and TMobile, some freeway noise depending on wind direction.. Free dispersed, but no water, trash or toilets. The new Athena mt bike trail is close by. Slabs are 35 ft long, 18 ft wide and there are about 56 lined up in military formation.

Info on the Athena military program:. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Green_River_Launch_Complex?wprov=sfla1

Month of VisitMarch
  • Review photo of Athena Slabs at Green River by Greg L., March 27, 2022
  • Review photo of Athena Slabs at Green River by Greg L., March 27, 2022
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Frequently Asked Questions

What amenities are available at Athena Campground?

Athena Slabs at Green River is a primitive dispersed camping area with minimal amenities. There are no water sources, trash facilities, or toilets available on site. The area offers excellent cell service coverage for Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile, which is a notable convenience. Some fire rings have been built by previous campers. The concrete slabs provide flat areas for camping, though recent reports indicate many slabs may have been removed or broken up. The main advantages are the wide-open spaces and flat parking areas suitable for all types of camping setups.

How do I make reservations for Athena Campground?

No reservations are needed for Athena Slabs at Green River as this is a free dispersed camping area. It operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Simply arrive and find an available spot among the open area. The site typically has plenty of space, with visitors often reporting having the entire area to themselves, especially on weeknights. Since this is dispersed camping on public land, there's no formal check-in process or reservation system.

What are the best times of year to visit Athena Campground?

Athena Slabs works best as a quick overnight stop year-round, though spring and fall likely offer the most comfortable temperatures in this desert environment. The area is wide open with no shade coverage, making summer potentially very hot. Winter visits are possible as the access road isn't particularly difficult, but prepare for cold desert nights. The site's convenience just off I-70 makes it particularly useful for travelers passing through the area in any season who need a simple place to camp for a night or two without amenities.