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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
Shelli R
VerifiedOctober 16, 2023 • Stayed at: B019, Loop: Loop B
The campground is clean and the ranger programs are fun and educational. The campground itself needs major tree trimming and maintenance. Like most older federal campgrounds, most of the spots are tight and meant for small camping units and tents. The Black Canyon itself is absolutely stunning and the fall colors of the Gambel Oak are beautiful.
Judy W
VerifiedOctober 16, 2023 • Stayed at: C003, Loop: Loop C
Canyon was amazing and the campground was fine.
Josie L
VerifiedOctober 11, 2023 • Stayed at: B015, Loop: Loop B
perfectly happy experience. being in the park makes a BIG difference. We had plenty of space for a 30 ft trailer and truck. Park staff was very friendly at every turn. Wish we could've stayed longer
John Y
VerifiedOctober 11, 2023 • Stayed at: B011, Loop: Loop B
Excellent campground. Very well maintained, adequate spaces between sites, some sites with shade.
Steve L
VerifiedOctober 8, 2023 • Stayed at: A008, Loop: Loop A
GReat campground. Savanah was a super interpetive ranger. Very good speaker and kept everyones attention with her enthusiasm for her subject and audience. Visitor center was very imformative. Campground was clean and well maintained.
David C
VerifiedOctober 5, 2023 • Stayed at: C006, Loop: Loop C
Campsites were small. Did not expect them to be basically roadside turnouts. No generators allowed per the ONE sign in only ONE bathroom (huh??). No outdoor showers, no use of water for dishwashing..... also on the ONE sign in the BATHROOM ..... imagine a very narrow road with campers on each side heel to toe.... that's this place
Shelli R
VerifiedOctober 4, 2023 • Stayed at: B011, Loop: Loop B
The Black Canyon of the Gunnison is gorgeous and yet another beautiful national park to visit. The canyon views are stunning and majestic and the fall colors are overwhelmingly lovely. While I can appreciate rustic and charming, the trees and bushes are severely overgrown with many fire pits actually located UNDER hanging tree branches. The campground was clean and the ranger programs were fun and informative.
Michael S
VerifiedOctober 4, 2023 • Stayed at: A022, Loop: Loop A
My wife and I had a very nice time in the campground. Nothing fancy about it; just a quiet, clean and beautiful place, especially on a great autumn day/night. One suggestion would be to let campers know if the fire danger is high enough to prohibit campfires. Or, maybe I just missed the sign giving that information. PS, I had never heard of this National Park prior to our visit. It is definitely a well-kept secret and a true national treasure.
E V
VerifiedOctober 3, 2023 • Stayed at: A019, Loop: Loop A
Campground is very tight, and many RV spots that say they are pull through are really just a pull off on the side of the narrow road that runs through the campground, so definitely research your site beforehand, especially if you have a larger camper. FF sites fill up fast and early, so reservations definitely recommended.
Greg H
VerifiedOctober 2, 2023 • Stayed at: B003, Loop: Loop B
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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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