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Black Canyon of the Gunnison NP South Rim Campground


A camping trip to the Black Canyon of Gunnison National Park makes for a beautiful getaway for sightseeing, stargazing, and hiking. The park protects the most dramatic section of the Gunnison River Canyon; no other canyon in North America combines the narrow opening, sheer walls, and startling depths of Black Canyon.

Facilities

Campsites are open year round, but drinking water is only available mid-May through mid-October. Electric hookups are in Loop B and available in the summer only.

Nearby attractions

Visit the Cimarron Rail Exhibit to see railcars and the last remaining railroad trestle on the Black Canyon of the Gunnison route. Head upstream to Curecanti National Recreation Area to enjoy water recreation on Colorado's largest reservoir.

Natural feaures

Perched on the South Rim of the Black Canyon, this campground is surrounded by scrub oak forests and sits atop ancient hard rocks. Deer, grouse, bears, and bobcats are known to frequent the area.

Recreation

Take one of many spectacular hikes such as the Oak Flat Loop Trail, and watch for the black-billed magpie. In summer, catch an evening educational program in the campground amphitheater. In winter, try snowshoeing on Rim Rock Trail or go cross country skiing on South Rim Drive.


Driving directions to Black Canyon of the Gunnison NP South Rim Campground

The park is located approximately 250 miles SW of Denver. South Rim: 15 miles east of Montrose, via U.S. Hwy 50 and CO Hwy 347.

Location and contact info

Rim Drive Road, CO 81401

For campground inquires, please call:970-249-1914 EXT 425

Black Canyon of the Gunnison NP South Rim Campground details

  • Checkin time: 1:00 PM
  • Checkout time: 1:00 PM
  • Max num of people: 8
  • Max num of vehicles: 2
  • Max vehicle length: 18
  • Pets allowed

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Amenities at Black Canyon of the Gunnison NP South Rim Campground

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    Shade

  • RV Hookups

    Electricity hookup


Activities at Black Canyon of the Gunnison NP South Rim Campground

Camping

Hiking

Picnicking

Visitor center

Wildlife viewing

Scenic drive

Evening programs

Fishing

Backpacking

Amphitheater

Photography

Day use area

Interpretive programs

Wilderness

Cross country skiing

Guided interpretive walks

Star gazing

Birding


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