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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
James V
VerifiedAugust 26, 2023 • Stayed at: C008, Loop: Loop C
The Black Canyon is a hidden jewel. Views of the canyon were spectacular. The campground was clean and well maintained. The camp host, Mark, was the best host ever encountered…very helpful.
Kevin J
VerifiedAugust 24, 2023 • Stayed at: A009, Loop: Loop A
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Matthew D
VerifiedAugust 24, 2023 • Stayed at: B018, Loop: Loop B
One of the best campsites, very quiet, good stargazing.
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.
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!
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.
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.
Ted U
VerifiedAugust 17, 2023 • Stayed at: C012, Loop: Loop C
The Ranger talks were very good. i really enjoyed the night sky's
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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