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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
Danielle J
VerifiedAugust 21, 2022 • Stayed at: A022, Loop: Loop A
deer wandered through the campsites
ranger programs were accessable and timely
stunning park - why had I never heard of this place before??
Campsites are rather private, due to large amounts of shrubs around them.
Trevor M
VerifiedAugust 20, 2022 • Stayed at: B009, Loop: Loop B
My 1st time to this NP and it was great. I was surprised that even the bathrooms at the visitor center were vaults but those and the ones at the campground were the cleanest vault bathrooms I have seen (and 3 months into a 5-month RV trek, on this trip I have been to 31 NP and many other NPS locations).
Trinity C
VerifiedAugust 18, 2022 • Stayed at: A027, Loop: Loop A
Nice quiet campground. Lots of deer walking through!
Carolyn G
VerifiedAugust 16, 2022 • Stayed at: B018, Loop: Loop B
Beautiful area. Camping spots a bit small but worth the trip.
Alan V
VerifiedAugust 15, 2022 • Stayed at: A025, Loop: Loop A
Quiet area and friendly fellow campers. One site shared wifi with us.
David K
VerifiedAugust 11, 2022 • Stayed at: B017, Loop: Loop B
The campsite was easily found. There are three loops. We were in loop B. Ours was an electric site. Things to note: (1) there is no firewood to be purchased in the campground. Buy it at the entrance. (2) there isn't a dump station in the campground. (at least we couldn't find it). (3) there is not a check in at the gate to the campground. You will need to know your spot if you reserved it ahead of time. Take a screen shot of your email/reserve.gov site before you get into the park. Access to the internet was limited. Loved the campground and the visitor's center. The rangers and staff were very friendly and helpful. Get outside at night. The sky was amazing!
Devon S
VerifiedAugust 10, 2022 • Stayed at: A030, Loop: Loop A
Ranger programs in the campground were great! Site and restrooms were clean. We had shade and plenty of room for our tent and stargazing!
Jennell C
VerifiedAugust 10, 2022 • Stayed at: A010, Loop: Loop A
The campground and area is beautiful. However bring something for shade.
Timothy J
VerifiedAugust 9, 2022 • Stayed at: A006, Loop: Loop A
No enforced generator and quiet hours which made for a noisy and poor experience.
teresa R
VerifiedAugust 9, 2022 • Stayed at: A002, Loop: Loop A
Camp hosts were great and very helpful in accommodating our needs. The park was absolutely fantastic and the rangers were super helpful. Staff at gift shop friendly and welcoming as were all staff. We enjoyed our adventure there and made great memories and took fantastic pictures. Campground was immaculate.
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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