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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
Brandon R
VerifiedJune 8, 2021 • Stayed at: A005, Loop: Loop A
Awesome visit. If you want to climb down into the canyon make sure to get to the visitor center at 3 the day before!
Jerald W
VerifiedJune 8, 2021 • Stayed at: B007, Loop: Loop B
It was so nice to have close proximity to the national park's main developed area, and maybe even nicer to have electricity at the campsite for a relatively low price. I like that my site had a fairly private wooded area around the picnic table and fire pit. I liked to have a pull-through site but did not like that, given the one-way road, my trailer door was on the "wrong side."
The park was quiet the first night but had some kind of noisy campers on the Friday of Memorial Day weekend. It wasn't a tragedy since I had a good source of white noise. I can imagine that on a typical weekend the place is very peaceful.
There is easy access to some of the park's trails from one of the campground loops. Unfortunately I didn't have enough time to fully utilize them.
I will return if I am back at Black Canyon, which itself is an amazing thing.
Emily S
VerifiedJune 7, 2021 • Stayed at: B008, Loop: Loop B
Camping in Black Canyon was perfect for a long Memorial Day Weekend. The rangers were around often doing work in the campgrounds as well as answering questions of campers. They were knowledgeable and I much appreciate them. Bathrooms were clean and were well stocked and the campgrounds were clean and well maintained too. Would definitely recommend camping here!
Christine G
VerifiedJune 7, 2021 • Stayed at: A021, Loop: Loop A
This park was incredible in every way. From the campground, to restroom, scenic pull offs all were impeccably clean and well kept. Thank you staff and volunteers!
Tai K
VerifiedJune 6, 2021 • Stayed at: A030, Loop: Loop A
Incredible spot. Perfectly maintained campgrounds. What more can I say.
Karen A
VerifiedJune 5, 2021 • Stayed at: A009, Loop: Loop A
The campsite was basic, nice and as represented.
Jennifer S
VerifiedJune 4, 2021 • Stayed at: B015, Loop: Loop B
The campgrounds and park are great. Be aware you can’t fill your rv fresh water tank here. Which important since there aren’t showers. The campgrounds have a couple great trails close by that lead to the visitors center. Absolutely gorgeous!
Jnietfeld N
VerifiedJune 3, 2021 • Stayed at: A016, Loop: Loop A
Outhouses were very clean. The campsite was very narrow and short. Our camper and truck barely fit the site. No power on loop A and we found out later that no generators are allowed in any loop. Honestly, once you have seen the Grand Canyon, this canyon pales in comparison.
David G
VerifiedJune 3, 2021 • Stayed at: A002, Loop: Loop A
Matthew F
VerifiedJune 3, 2021 • Stayed at: A001, Loop: Loop A
What an amazing Park! Like many park goers, we had not heard of this park before reserving, and it was absolutely 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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