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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
Peggy R
VerifiedJuly 24, 2023 • Stayed at: B013, Loop: Loop B
My hubby & I were in our 26 ft motorhome & stayed in site B012, my parents were in their 24 ft motorhome & stayed in B013. There was plenty of space in these sites along with a nice tent pad, table & fire pit. Both sites were in Loop B. Site 12 is a bit more intimate, but both were lovely & clean. There is very limited potable water here and no dump station, so be advised. We were closer to the road than I like, but I would recommend these sites anyway.
Black Canyon of the Gunnison park was quite spectacular. We were there on July 11, 2023 & there were minimal crowds. The visitor center was small but nice. There is a short 'hike' from the visitor center that has great views of the canyon. On the south rim road there are 12 overlooks. Our favorite was Cedar Point. There is a very short 'hike' (2/3 of a mile) to get to two viewpoints of Painted Wall = amazing!
Henry C
VerifiedJuly 22, 2023 • Stayed at: B013, Loop: Loop B
Beautiful place. Though isolated, it would greatly help the camping experience if there were things like ice available at the visitor center.
Andrea B
VerifiedJuly 18, 2023 • Stayed at: B023, Loop: Loop B
Beautiful and clean. It wasn’t extremely crowded which makes it a bigger treat.
Pat E
VerifiedJuly 18, 2023 • Stayed at: A009, Loop: Loop A
Camp sites are close together. There are sites with untrimmed dead wood and made it difficult to park. Enjoyed visitors center, very informative.
Chris P
VerifiedJuly 18, 2023 • Stayed at: B016, Loop: Loop B
Preface: pit toilets, no reception, shared bear boxes. If you can handle those things, it’s a great, quiet spot. Not a lot of overhead cover but many of the sites are extremely tucked away from one another. We have camped at 5+ National Parks on this trip and found it to be the quietest experience among them, even at capacity.
Scott G
VerifiedJuly 15, 2023 • Stayed at: B005, Loop: Loop B
Nice campground. Good location. Electric hookup in our loop. Pit toilets. No dump station. Minimal water access.
Alexandra J
VerifiedJuly 14, 2023 • Stayed at: A034, Loop: Loop A
Wonderful campground in this beautiful national park. We had a deer come right up to our campsite while we sat around the fire. Rangers were friendly and offered educational programs. We really enjoyed our stay.
Joanna B
VerifiedJuly 14, 2023 • Stayed at: C005, Loop: Loop C
It was very small and claustrophobic campground without any views close by.
Elisa K
VerifiedJuly 13, 2023 • Stayed at: B013, Loop: Loop B
Our site was very private with lots of bushes and trees around . Not very level though.
Kristin F
VerifiedJuly 12, 2023 • Stayed at: B023, Loop: Loop B
Only stayed overnight due to time constraints but loved the campground!
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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