Warning
GeneralThere is no set date to reopen the South Rim Campground in 2026 due to the damage from South Rim Fire. Loops B and C were heavily damaged. The park will assess the South Rim Campground in Spring 2026 after the snow melts, then begin to plan for rehabilitation. For more information on the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, please visit the park website's Current Conditions page.
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About Black Canyon of the Gunnison South Rim Campground
Number of accommodations: 84
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Reviews (567)
What Guests Are Saying
Black Canyon of the Gunnison South Rim Campground offers a beautiful and peaceful setting with stunning canyon views and abundant birdlife, making it a great destination for nature lovers. While many sites are small and close together, some offer privacy and easy access to trails. The campground is well-maintained, featuring clean facilities, electric sites, and a calm atmosphere, although it lacks water hookups and running water.
What Guests Are Saying
Black Canyon of the Gunnison South Rim Campground offers a beautiful and peaceful setting with stunning canyon views and abundant birdlife, making it a great destination for nature lovers. While many sites are small and close together, some offer privacy and easy access to trails. The campground is well-maintained, featuring clean facilities, electric sites, and a calm atmosphere, although it lacks water hookups and running water.
Review Summary
Matthew D
VerifiedAugust 24, 2023 • Stayed at: B018, Loop: Loop B
One of the best campsites, very quiet, good stargazing.
Kevin J
VerifiedAugust 24, 2023 • Stayed at: A009, Loop: Loop A
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Eleenoy U
VerifiedAugust 23, 2023 • Stayed at: A014, Loop: Loop A
Beautiful canyon and great scenic drive with numerous accessible stops. Definitely a great park to visit as part of a larger trip, but there is not much variety in scenery in my opinion. I would do 1-2 days here but prioritize some bigger parks in Colorado for more variety. Camping was ok at South Rim but there is only drinking water, no tap for dishes/brushing teeth and no flushing toilets. We would have liked more shade on our campsite but the site of the site was good and bear boxes are at every site. Overall probably would not visit again (we felt that one time was enough) but is definitely a cool stop to make while driving through Colorado if you've never visited!
Jose V
VerifiedAugust 23, 2023 • Stayed at: B018, Loop: Loop B
Please trim the trees, especially directly over the fire pits and the grasses around the campsites. I understand deer and grouse come around to eat, however grasses are too tall.
Julie S
VerifiedAugust 22, 2023 • Stayed at: B021, Loop: Loop B
30$ a car to get into a National Park is too much. We had two cars in our campsite and that was $60. I thought Nat Parks were for all Americans, not just the rich.
Shirley R
VerifiedAugust 20, 2023 • Stayed at: A003, Loop: Loop A
Really enjoyed driving the rim road and stopping at the different viewpoints to look down into the canyon
Victoria H
VerifiedAugust 19, 2023 • Stayed at: B015, Loop: Loop B
Stayed in Loop B with an electric hookup. About half of the sites in B are side-of-the-road pull-off sites, the picnic table and firepit are located behind the pull-off, so if your rig is parked parallel to the road, you'll have privacy. Campsites are separated by low brush and scrub oaks.
There are water spigots at the entry to each Loop. No RV fill allowed. Zero internet with Verizon.
This was a nice campground in a good location. Ranger presentations at the ampitheater (walking distance) each night.
The Black Canyon is amazing. The scenic drive has many overlook pull-offs with views into the canyon gorge. Nice Visitors Center.
Jamie F
VerifiedAugust 17, 2023 • Stayed at: C014, Loop: Loop C
Our spot in the campground was just as described. The bathroom was easily accessibly. Even with a full campground, the noise levels were not bad at all. Side note: If/when you drive down into the canyon, be sure your vehicle is locked in a low gear. I ignored the sign and aaaaaalmost overheated my brakes on the 6 miles of continuous 16% downhilll grade. :) The sign is there. DO IT. :)
Ted U
VerifiedAugust 17, 2023 • Stayed at: C012, Loop: Loop C
The Ranger talks were very good. i really enjoyed the night sky's
matt h
VerifiedAugust 17, 2023 • Stayed at: A005, Loop: Loop A
Great Rangers working at the station and we attended two nightly talks by capable and knowledgeable staff.
Location Black Canyon of the Gunnison South Rim Campground
Address:
10346 Hwy. 347
Montrose, CO, 81401
United States
The park is located approximately 250 miles (402 km) southwest of Denver. The South Rim of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is 15 miles (24 km) east of Montrose, CO, via U.S. Hwy 50 and CO Hwy 347.
The campground is accessible via U.S. Highway 50 and Colorado Highway 347, located approximately 15 miles west of Montrose, CO.
Latitude & Longitude: 38.5506 / -107.687
Elevation: 2518 feet
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.
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralThere is no set date to reopen the South Rim Campground in 2026 due to the damage from South Rim Fire. Loops B and C were heavily damaged. The park will assess the South Rim Campground in Spring 2026 after the snow melts, then begin to plan for rehabilitation. For more information on the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, please visit the park website's Current Conditions page.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
