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Come see some of the steepest cliffs, oldest rock, and craggiest spires in North America. Forces of nature and the Gunnison River sculpted this canyon over two million years. The result is a vertical wilderness of rock, water, and sky. Read More.
Start here. Entrance Fees. Get an entrance pass before you visit to save time at the entrance station. Check Park Alerts. Weather or road construction may necessitate temporary closures or delays. Check current conditions for road alerts. Reservations and Permits.
Experienced climbers can explore the canyon up close and personal. Learn how to do it safely.
Campgrounds at Black Canyon. Black Canyon offers two campgrounds - one on each rim. There is also a campground at the bottom of the canyon called East Portal. Although accessed through the park, East Portal is within the boundary of Curecanti National Recreation Area.
Hiking Trails. Rim Rock Trail is a popular trail connecting the South Rim Campground and South Rim Visitor Center. It is rocky, contains stairs, and passes by steep drop-offs with views into Black Canyon. NPS Photo/Kat Connelly.
Learn what to expect and how to prepare for hiking an inner canyon Wilderness Route in Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. Duration: 5 minutes, 4 seconds
Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is located on the western slope of the Rocky Mountains in west-central Colorado. It exposes some of the steepest cliffs, oldest rock, and craggiest spires in North America.
Road Conditions. All park roads are currently open. Road improvement projects on the South Rim will cause delays up to 30 minutes and reduce available parking spots. For roads outside the park, check Colorado Department of Transportation.
This page provides information on how you can access print, braille, and text-only versions of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park official brochure. Print Version. Obtain a copy of the print brochure at the visitor center or entrance fee station; Download a digital version from the park website; Braille Version
Park rangers offer guided snowshoe programs among the oaks, open meadows, and along the canyon rim of the Black Canyon. Geology talks are also offered daily. Check the calendar for program times. Cross Country Skiing. In winter, the South Rim Drive is closed to vehicles beyond Gunnison Point.