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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 W
VerifiedJune 24, 2021 • Stayed at: B004, Loop: Loop B
People and scenery were very nice. B Loop campground would not accommodate rv. Had to park alongside road.
Terry N
VerifiedJune 23, 2021 • Stayed at: B020, Loop: Loop B
Excellent experience and the campsite was very clean
SANDRA W
VerifiedJune 23, 2021 • Stayed at: B005, Loop: Loop B
Site was not level. Very buggy. Many barking dogs.
I did like the deer walking through the campsite and the accessibility to the sites.
Mallory F
VerifiedJune 21, 2021 • Stayed at: A018, Loop: Loop A
We loved everything about our campsite at the South Rim of Black Canyon of the Gunnison. The park ranger was so friendly as soon as we entered the park. Our spot was reserved with our name and date at the campsite. We had a nice spot to back in our camper (make sure you check out the size of the campsite for your RV- we had a 25 ft and our spot definitely wouldn't have held anything bigger). It was so quite and felt so secluded. We cooked our dinner over the fire (fire ring provided) and watched the sun set over the mountains. It was wonderful and exactly what we were looking for in a camp. We will be back!
Rheagan H
VerifiedJune 21, 2021 • Stayed at: A030, Loop: Loop A
We had issues when we arrived, there was another family who had their things in our reserved campsite. The campsite host and park ranger helped us solve the problem and were extremely nice. Would definitely recommend.
Tim P
VerifiedJune 21, 2021 • Stayed at: B002, Loop: Loop B
Great campsite, plenty of overlooks
Charlie E
VerifiedJune 21, 2021 • Stayed at: A002, Loop: Loop A
Clean and quiet. Sites can be small. Lots of RVs parked along road instead backed into sites.
Will D
VerifiedJune 19, 2021 • Stayed at: A014, Loop: Loop A
Found a deer at my campsite. Good place to look at stars. Garbage is a little bit of a walk, depending on where you're situated.
Christopher W
VerifiedJune 18, 2021 • Stayed at: B018, Loop: Loop B
Beautiful campgrounds (Loop B, partial hook-ups), spaced to maximize privacy. Clean vault toilet, and there is a drinking water station for each loop. Area well-patrolled by friendly Park personnel. Great base for exploring all trails in Park--every one of which was marked and maintained, making our treks (100 ft. to 2 mi.) more enjoyable. Black Canyon N.P. is too spectacular for words or pictures...you gotta go! We recommend 2 or 3 night trip to do most trails.
Thomas B
VerifiedJune 17, 2021 • Stayed at: A011, Loop: Loop A
Beautiful canyon! Challenging hiking. Dark sky, what more can I say.
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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