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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
Vince H
VerifiedOctober 23, 2022 • Stayed at: A013, Loop: Loop A
Steep climb on a paved road gets you to the campground. Foliage was about 8 ft high, no tall trees which was fine. Didn’t read the VERY fine print that said no generators allowed. I would have never picked a campground where I couldn’t use my generator! Because of that I only stayed one night instead of the two I reserved. Most sites are very short so do your diligence when picking one out! I don’t regret the stay though because the views of the canyon where magnificent!
Peter A
VerifiedOctober 17, 2022 • Stayed at: B013, Loop: Loop B
Great Park, beautiful views
William T
VerifiedOctober 16, 2022 • Stayed at: A034, Loop: Loop A
Campground is nice but cramped. Sites are practically on top of one another.
Cassandra S
VerifiedOctober 15, 2022 • Stayed at: A014, Loop: Loop A
Unique and truly awesome place to visit! The campground was amazing, plenty of camp sites but far enough apart to get an outdoor experience. We had a cozy campsite, the only noisy neighbors were the coyotes singing nearby. Dog friendly for a national park, dogs can be at the overlooks and on the very pleasant Rim Rock Trail from the campsite to the visitor center. Geology talk from a park ranger was great. Overall wonderful! Thanks NPS!
PAUL H
VerifiedOctober 15, 2022 • Stayed at: B021, Loop: Loop B
Fairleigh well space campsite
Richard R
VerifiedOctober 15, 2022 • Stayed at: B007, Loop: Loop B
The campground overall is very nice. Excellent separation between sites! No serious issues.
We had a problem with Recreation.gov! We reserved a site for one night 10/8, right up until everything became first come (the website wouldn't lets us reserve the actual last night, that was 10/9 this year. But then a card appeared on our post for that last night! I don't know how, but someone did what we couldn't! This kerfuffle should not be possible in a digital world!! Local staff got things workable, but they tried to put the new folks in a non-pull through site. This could have been a really mess.
Recreation.gov should get this sorted. It happens every year at many sites!
Nathan E
VerifiedOctober 14, 2022 • Stayed at: A028, Loop: Loop A
This was my first time visiting Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, and when I come back, I'll stay here again. I like how the campsites were set back off the road and more secluded than most campgrounds I've stayed at.
Lisa J
VerifiedOctober 13, 2022 • Stayed at: B007, Loop: Loop B
I spent about 5 hours riding the rim, stopping at each overlook and taking time to soak in the view. It was a lovely time on a cool October day. I stayed two nights in the campground which as very clean and quiet after the day trippers got off the rim road. All in all, a great experience and recommended.
Lawrence C
VerifiedOctober 12, 2022 • Stayed at: B011, Loop: Loop B
Very quiet. Appreciate the "no generators" policy. The campgrounds are kept very clean.
James C
VerifiedOctober 12, 2022 • Stayed at: A012, Loop: Loop A
My campsite at Black Canyon was by far the largest and most secluded I've ever had in a National Park. The pit toilets were... well pit toilets with all the flies to go along with them, but that still didn't have much of a negative impact on the overall experience. The park itself is amazing!
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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