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
Addison D
VerifiedJune 27, 2023 • Stayed at: A005, Loop: Loop A
Loved!
Steve W
VerifiedJune 26, 2023 • Stayed at: A006, Loop: Loop A
We stayed in A006 and it worked well for our two tents. The spot had privacy and close to the bathrooms, but not too close to be annoyed by it. We would stay here again.
Cindy K
VerifiedJune 25, 2023 • Stayed at: B018, Loop: Loop B
We really enjoyed our stay. We hiked the following trails: Oak Flat Loop, Uplands, Rim Rock, and Warner Point, as well as each of the lookouts. We did the Oak Flat Loop, Uplands, and Rim Rock trails several times and they were impressive each time! Also took part in the ranger talk on bats at the amphitheater which was educational! The Canyon is beautiful!
Brittany W
VerifiedJune 25, 2023 • Stayed at: C016, Loop: Loop C
Beautiful place, wilderness feeling well kept. Employees incredibly knowledgeable and kind.
Amy B
VerifiedJune 25, 2023 • Stayed at: A017, Loop: Loop A
The campground was beautiful and the scenery was spectacular! So glad we saw Black Canyon of the Gunnison. The Rim Rock Trail - that leaves from the campground - was awesome!
Katherine O
VerifiedJune 24, 2023 • Stayed at: B007, Loop: Loop B
This was the best value site we stayed on. It was peaceful & we thoroughly enjoyed all the trails through the park. We even saw a baby bear!
Connie L
VerifiedJune 21, 2023 • Stayed at: B003, Loop: Loop B
Close together but worth the stay. Very pretty
Jaime R
VerifiedJune 21, 2023 • Stayed at: C005, Loop: Loop C
A beautiful park. Stunning scenery. A short drive from Montrose Colorado.
Most trails are easy hikes.
Must see the Painted Wall.
The overlook from the Visitor’s Center is beautiful. Tamichi Point is a different gorgeous view you drive up to, and Warner Point is an easy hike for stunning views of a different section of the canyon.
Sun up and sundown are excellent times for photography. Nighttime sky is so full of stars it feels as if you are twice as close to them.
Campground is clean, easy use. Vault toilets are clean and well maintained. Water stations are located at the entrance to each loop, Most campsites are pull through or pull up. Our 26 foot model (really a 29 ft) fit easily into a site which said 21 foot limit. Electric available only on loop B. Easy access to the trail from all three loops.
Easily a one day park but much more fun to stay and explore.
Jeff C
VerifiedJune 19, 2023 • Stayed at: C016, Loop: Loop C
You'll have a great time at Black Canyon if you lower your expectations just a bit. Hiking trails are minimal--you can do them all in less than four hours. Stunning views, but its largely the same view from every viewpoint. Most campsites are surrounded by trees/brush creating privacy. Bring your own water as there is limited water available in the park.
Rochelle S
VerifiedJune 19, 2023 • Stayed at: A022, Loop: Loop A
I had a great campsite in loop A across from the restrooms, which were always clean and stocked with toiletries.
The trails were well maintained and rangers in visitors center were friendly and offered helpful suggestions. Conveniently the town of Montrose is less than 30 minutes away if you need camping supplies or food.
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
