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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
Melanie N
VerifiedAugust 13, 2026 • Stayed at: A020, Loop: Loop A
Unfortunately the recent fires presented a less than desirable campsite
mike f
VerifiedAugust 7, 2026 • Stayed at: A028, Loop: Loop A
Overall it was a nice stay. However, the bathrooms smelled NASTY! Made my eyes tear.
Josiah C
VerifiedAugust 6, 2026 • Stayed at: A007, Loop: Loop A
Great site but just wish the conditions were better. The campground was good. It had restrooms near by our site (A7). It had a picnic table and fire pit. Unfortunately because of recent fires loops B and C were closed and we were not allowed to use the fire pit. Because there was so few people though there was lots of wildlife to be seen throughout the campground.
Tara N
VerifiedAugust 6, 2026 • Stayed at: A023, Loop: Loop A
Got a spot last minute, great place to stay and explore!
Emma S
VerifiedAugust 5, 2026 • Stayed at: A004, Loop: Loop A
The site was amazing to stay and was very quite. It is so sad to see all of the dead tree's nearby from the fire's. Bathrooms were not too far and were decently clean. Would stay again. The site was pretty flat and had good space for our 3 person tent.
Elaine A
VerifiedAugust 4, 2026 • Stayed at: A017, Loop: Loop A
Due to the forest fire last year, many of the campsites on the south rim are closed. I was fortunate to get a camp site that allowed my truck and trailer to be parked parallel to the road in the front of my camp site so no trailer back-up needed. I had limited cell phone service but WiFi available at the visitor center about a 5 minute drive away. The Rim Rock Trail which allows dogs also has a trailhead close to the camp site.
Keith G
VerifiedJuly 31, 2026 • Stayed at: A001, Loop: Loop A
Our site at the South Rim campground was great!
Rachel H
VerifiedJuly 31, 2026 • Stayed at: A024, Loop: Loop A
Camping up on the south rim was breath-taking. Glad we had composting toilets. Though potable water was accessible, I'm glad we brought our own water due to the arid and remote location. It's great to see vegetation regenerating following fire in a previous season.
Ashley L
VerifiedJuly 30, 2026 • Stayed at: A028, Loop: Loop A
Pretty good. However, the sites get very muddy when it rains. Also, all around the campground was burnt off. Just some things to consider…. Nevertheless, you can never go wrong visiting a national park!
Madison M
VerifiedJuly 30, 2026 • Stayed at: A009, Loop: Loop A
Quiet and clean campground, water access (for water bottles and cooking, no sink for cleaning dishes), and clean vault toilets. The sunrise and sunset from the campground was beautiful. We happened to camp on a night where there was a star gazing ranger led program at the visitor center, which was a wonderful bonus. This was a great place to stay after driving South Rim Road during the day. If there has been rain recently, the ground stays damp so recommend bringing a tarp or some kind of ground cover if you are using a tent!
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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