Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park

Category: National park

Address: Colorado, USA

Phone: +19706412337

Reviews

Henry Marks

Aug 1, 2022

Really cool!! I went to the south side first. The visitors center there is much more sophisticated and there are many rangers to help you out. There are many trails into the canyon from the south side, but you need a permit and if recommend either getting to the park when it opens or maybe even right before to be first in line. Getting to the south side can be a pain if you travel in on US50 because of construction. I also went to the north rim. I attempted the S.O.B. Draw trail and wow it’s tough. I was the only person hiking on that side of the canyon, with no rangers present at all. Make sure you follow all the rules! I’d say that just like the Grand Canyon, the South Rim (at the Canyon of the Gunnison NP) has more opportunity than the North Rim. Both are worth visiting though!

Macey Erica

Jul 12, 2022

Beautiful and highly underrated national park. Recommend getting there early as it heats up quickly during the summertime. If you’re looking for a challenge stop by the visitor center and get a permit to hike down into the canyon

Rte154

Jun 25, 2022

This national park may not be as popular as others but it is worth a trip to see. It has many overlook areas with great views with short walking distances. We only toured the south rim, can not speak for the north rim.

Ari

Jun 10, 2022

I had to pick my jaw up off the dirt road -- the Black Canyon of the Gunnison is just INCREDIBLE!! Standing on the edge of the South Rim and marveling at the staggering cliffs and ancient rock faces was humbling. We went in October and the Aspens were changing, enhancing the already breathtaking beauty. It took two millennia for the Gunnison River to carve out this majestic canyon and you don’t miss it!

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Questions & Answers

How long is the drive through black canyon?

Drusilla Krueger | May 9, 2019
Lori Vandercook | May 10, 2019

From the North rim to the South rim is about 2 hours.

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We will be visiting in May. 2 questions 1) we will be coming from Glenwood Springs via 92- is the North Rim worth the time to see it or should we skip the extra driving and go straight to the south rim. 2) what is the best time of day to photograph

Michele Elliott | May 9, 2019
Nathan Anton | May 10, 2019

If you have never been, go to the south rim. The north rim is pretty amazing too, and the hiking and camping is better(more private, quiter) but the veiws arent as good. There considerably fewer camp sites on the north rim and they are not reservable, so get there early. One thing i think a lot of people skip is the drive to the bottom on the south rim. If you have a smaller vehicle (not a rv) it is a pretty fun drive and a completely different veiw of the canyon.

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Is the park open now?

ezaxnic vsmith | May 9, 2018
Christopher Giles | May 10, 2018

South Rim is open. North Rim and East Portal will probably stay closed until late April.

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We need your prayers, and your eyes ! London Allen and Stetson Allen left to go to Colorado on an Elk hunt. They never made it to their guide and they are not able to be reached by phone . The guide, sheriff’s Dept in Gunnison county and the nat

James Bailey | Oct 10, 2020
Patti Stroh | Oct 11, 2020

Can their cell phones be tracked

What are the main supplies needed?

McKenna Smith | May 8, 2020
D McKenney | May 9, 2020

It is a look out with historical background. There is hiking, camping and a lot more. Best suggestion would be to checkout the web site. Beautiful area nicknamed the little grand canyon. Great experience.

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Is Black Canyon off trail or on trail hiking.

Angelique Gonzalez | May 8, 2020
larry b | May 9, 2020

Black canyon national park has several nice on trail hikes. Hiking to the bottom is off trail and requires a permit.

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I have a 12 lb. SHITzhu puppy.. are theircany restrictions for a puppy?

Lynda Brooks | May 8, 2020
Devan Berg | May 9, 2020

You are limited where you can take them on a leash due to aggressive deer. See NPS website below. https://www.nps.gov/blca/planyourvisit/pets2.htm

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Is the park open for camping currently? Also, what areas have the best views?

Cliffton Atchison | May 8, 2020
Katrina Newby | May 9, 2020

In addition to the visitor center, being able to stand in the canyon and look up is awe inspiring. I believe we left the park and drove a bit in order to do this.

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Where is it located

Dylan Bankowski | May 9, 2019
Michel Okaz | May 10, 2019

Close to Montrose CO

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