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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (685)
What Guests Are Saying
The Black Canyon of the Gunnison South Rim Campground offers breathtaking views and a peaceful environment, making it a great spot for camping. Many reviewers praised the cleanliness of the facilities and the helpfulness of the camp host, as well as the accessibility of restrooms and water. However, recent wildfires have led to some sites being less than ideal, with limited shade and closeness of campsites, which affected some visitors' experiences. Overall, it remains a beautiful destination worth visiting despite the challenges.
What Guests Are Saying
The Black Canyon of the Gunnison South Rim Campground offers breathtaking views and a peaceful environment, making it a great spot for camping. Many reviewers praised the cleanliness of the facilities and the helpfulness of the camp host, as well as the accessibility of restrooms and water. However, recent wildfires have led to some sites being less than ideal, with limited shade and closeness of campsites, which affected some visitors' experiences. Overall, it remains a beautiful destination worth visiting despite the challenges.
Review Summary
Alisha W
VerifiedJune 13, 2025 • Stayed at: C020, Loop: Loop C
Site 20 was a larger site with a large tent area, picnic table, and fire pit. Close to restrooms, good spacing between campsites, and nice parking in front of the campsite.
Duncan M
VerifiedJune 11, 2025 • Stayed at: C011, Loop: Loop C
Descriptions and photos of sites are misleading. Sites are large and private, parking is very tight or many simply wide spots on road. We had a 16’ trailer and not able to fit in site. Had to drive out of park to get a cell signal to book alternative as there is no option for first come sites and no ranger to make change. Amazingly I think Forest Service does much better job designing and managing campgrounds including site information. Amazing place though and worth a visit.
Cynthia L
VerifiedJune 11, 2025 • Stayed at: C031, Loop: Loop C
We had a lot of rain for the first day, but it was a beautiful sight and got to see some wildlife.
Jacob S
VerifiedJune 11, 2025 • Stayed at: A010, Loop: Loop A
Staff was very helpful and at the park the overlooks were very easy to to access.
Tonia H
VerifiedJune 11, 2025 • Stayed at: C014, Loop: Loop C
Beautiful!! So many birds!
Jay L
VerifiedJune 11, 2025 • Stayed at: C018, Loop: Loop C
Nice level site. Clean campground
Laurie J
VerifiedJune 10, 2025 • Stayed at: A002, Loop: Loop A
The canyons were a must see. The oak ,uplands and rim trails were amazing. ! Make sure you go see and enjoy this great National Park
Roger R
VerifiedJune 9, 2025 • Stayed at: A031, Loop: Loop A
Nice spot. Had deer wonder through or spot in the afternoon and during morning coffee. Black Canyon is overlooked but the overlooks are spectacular.
Amanda M
VerifiedJune 9, 2025 • Stayed at: C010, Loop: Loop C
Great campground! We liked having the trees between the campsite and the parking/road at C-10. It felt smaller than we expected based on photos. Short walk to the pit toilets.
Todd D
VerifiedJune 9, 2025 • Stayed at: B017, Loop: Loop B
The campsites were spacious and offered excellent privacy. No real views from the sites near us, but the park is right there and views are easily accessible.
Location & Directions for Black Canyon of the Gunnison South Rim Campground
10346 Hwy. 347, Montrose, CO 81401 United States
Elevation: 2,518 ft
Getting There
The park is located approximately 250 mi (249.8 mi) southwest of Denver. The South Rim of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is 15 mi (14.9 mi) east of Montrose, CO, via U.S. Hwy 50 and CO Hwy 347.
Highway access
The campground is accessible via U.S. Highway 50 and Colorado Highway 347, located approximately 15 miles west of Montrose, CO.
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check out time
11AM
General
- There are no water hookups or dump station at South Rim Campground.
- Cell phone reception is unreliable in the area.
- Bears frequent the area; all food must be kept in approved containers
- This is a high elevation facility (8,000 feet/2438m). Learn how to "Take it Easy at Altitude" and more on the park's Safety web page.
- Weather varies greatly from the canyon rim to the canyon floor; bring appropriate clothing
- Generator use is not permitted.
- There is NO wood collection or firewood sales in the park. Don't Move Firewood : Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states.
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Last updated: October 19, 2026
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