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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
David S
VerifiedJune 11, 2023 • Stayed at: C016, Loop: Loop C
Canyon is breathtaking to view. Campground was well maintained.
Sean G
VerifiedJune 10, 2023 • Stayed at: B015, Loop: Loop B
Great views and trails! Leveling blocks are needed at most campsites. East Portal road is a very steep switchback road so low gear and good brakes are a must. All of the overlooks are great.
Anika F
VerifiedJune 10, 2023 • Stayed at: C008, Loop: Loop C
The park was amazing. We loved the connection to the hiking trails right off loop C and reccomend doing all of the south rim trails. The trees and foliage around the campsite made it feel more private, but there was still easy access to the bathrooms and potable water.
Jasmin S
VerifiedJune 10, 2023 • Stayed at: A010, Loop: Loop A
Great campground in the Black Canyon of the Gunnison.
Mule Deers walking throug the site.
We had almost no net on the campsite.
If you hike Warner Point there is good net on top of it
Dale D
VerifiedJune 9, 2023 • Stayed at: B006, Loop: Loop B
Excellent campground. Beautiful location.
Ian S
VerifiedJune 8, 2023 • Stayed at: B022, Loop: Loop B
Beautiful in every way!!!
Kathryn B
VerifiedJune 8, 2023 • Stayed at: C006, Loop: Loop C
Loved the Black Canyon. The Rim Canyon drive is easy to navigate with stellar views along the way. Also enjoyed the upland hike from the Visitors Center to the Campground. Beautiful with lots of birds.
sandra e
VerifiedJune 6, 2023 • Stayed at: B004, Loop: Loop B
Mountain top campground. The campground has three loops. We were in movie which was electrical hook up. There is no dump station or potable water to fill your RVs at this national park. There are water fill stations throughout the campground for your water bottles. They also have pit toilets.
Stephen L
VerifiedJune 5, 2023 • Stayed at: C010, Loop: Loop C
The South Rim Campground was perfect! Obviously very well located in the beautiful Black Canyon of the Gunnison NP, but also a great, secluded site in the park as well. Perfect for a solo travler.
Lindsay C
VerifiedJune 5, 2023 • Stayed at: A001, Loop: Loop A
Nice sites with accessible bear boxes. Sites were quite small and little shade.
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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