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.

Athena Slabs at Green River

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Green River

The Best Camping Near Green River, Utah

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

Athena Slabs at Green River Dispersed

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! 

Good for quick stop on I-70

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

Overnight on I70

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 

Quick overnight stay

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.

Good and close to Hwy but a Lil rough.

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&amp;T Services was 5G!

Excellent views and nice sites

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.

Quick stop right off I70

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.

Easy stop off I-70

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. 

Got slabbed in the face

All the slabs are torn up as of 11/2024, would not risk getting a flat tire for this spot

No longer a campground 

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 

Close to highway and town, good views on hill

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. 

No slabs left. Good for a night. 

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.

Good for an overnight near 70

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/

Wide Open Spaces & Solitude

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. Use caution as there is rebar sticking up from the ground here and there, and there was a sharp steel plate near where we parked. 

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