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2026 Season availability
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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
Gentian N
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2021 • Stayed at: A018, Loop: Loop A
Skylar W
VerifiedSeptember 12, 2021 • Stayed at: B002, Loop: Loop B
easy access to the rest of the park! car camped here, instead of setting up tent, because i was stargazing till 3:30am and it was just more convenient! vault toilets only!
Fred R
VerifiedSeptember 9, 2021 • Stayed at: A001, Loop: Loop A
Bathrooms smelled and had many flies. Water had a bas taste.
Jamey H
VerifiedSeptember 8, 2021 • Stayed at: A015, Loop: Loop A
Really great campground! You're close to people but there are a lot of shrubs in between sites so you feel like you have space. The bathrooms were vaulted but always clean + very accessible. No showers but we knew that going in! Very helpful rangers at the park who helped us pick hikes. Stars were unreal at night. Would definitely come back here again!
Phillip H
VerifiedSeptember 7, 2021 • Stayed at: B004, Loop: Loop B
The views are fantastic, the campground well kept. The presentation at the amphitheater was well worth it. I do wish there was some phone reception. Without a sat phone there is no way to be contacted in case of an emergency at home.
Joseph G
VerifiedSeptember 7, 2021 • Stayed at: B007, Loop: Loop B
Don't stay on the south side of the A loop in the campground. You will hear the folks at the ranger employee housing quarters going on till 2-4 am.
Susan S
VerifiedSeptember 7, 2021 • Stayed at: A024, Loop: Loop A
Beautiful area with many trails of varying difficulty. Campground was decent. Spaces are close together, but it seems half of the people didn't keep their reservations, so it wasn't a big deal. Worst thing was the yellow jackets! 😕 it was really hard to enjoy any daylight hours in the campsite.
Taylor G
VerifiedSeptember 7, 2021 • Stayed at: B017, Loop: Loop B
Pictures don't do any justice. Must be seen in person. Trails were great, the campsites were nice and tidy.
David B
VerifiedSeptember 6, 2021 • Stayed at: B014, Loop: Loop B
Definitely worth the trip, the canyon is WOW. Campground was a good overnight, just not much scenery there.
Do try the star party, really great look at galaxies, nebula and planets. All in all a great stay.
Sharon R
VerifiedSeptember 6, 2021 • Stayed at: A018, Loop: Loop A
We loved the natural beauty of the canyon, and also participated in two ranger-led activities, which we very much enjoyed. The campground was spotless and sites well situated - though close together in proximity, the placement and foliage still allowed for a sense of privacy.
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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