Warning
GeneralThere is no set date to reopen the South Rim Campground in 2026 due to the damage from South Rim Fire. Loops B and C were heavily damaged. The park will assess the South Rim Campground in Spring 2026 after the snow melts, then begin to plan for rehabilitation. For more information on the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, please visit the park website's Current Conditions page.
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About Black Canyon of the Gunnison South Rim Campground
Number of accommodations: 84
Campground Amenities
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Reviews (162)
Review Summary
Ray P
VerifiedJune 5, 2025 • Stayed at: B023, Loop: Loop B
Great spot, quiet even though it backs to the road. Deer in the morning on the path through the campsite and lots of birds. South Rim visitor center is educational and has a great gift shop and the rangers there are friendly and super informative. The ranger led talks were interesting and the right length for kids. Lori (a Ranger) was wonderful and gave us the perfect hike recommendation. An excellent national park experience.
Teresa B
VerifiedJune 5, 2025 • Stayed at: C020, Loop: Loop C
Campsites private, pit toilets very clean.
Joe S
VerifiedJune 4, 2025 • Stayed at: B014, Loop: Loop B
Carole M
VerifiedJune 4, 2025 • Stayed at: B014, Loop: Loop B
Campsites are tight so you need to review the length restrictions carefully. Bathrooms were clean and campsite was well maintained. Campground lay-out afforded privacy between campsites.
Rebecca N
VerifiedJune 3, 2025 • Stayed at: A024, Loop: Loop A
So fun, make sure to bring extra water on hikes because those inclines were no joke! But they were so worth it!
Deborah B
VerifiedJune 2, 2025 • Stayed at: A020, Loop: Loop A
Such a beautiful national park. Highly recommend a visit! This is definitely a primitive campground compared to others we visited on our trip (Capitol Reef, Arches, Great Sand Dunes). It wasn't obvious to us until day two at the park that there was water available at the entrance to the campground. Of course, we had brought water with us but it would have been nice to know there was some potable water available.
Victoria K
VerifiedJune 2, 2025 • Stayed at: A007, Loop: Loop A
This site is great! A little close to some of the surrounding campsites, but I love the layout of A7. Had a deer that liked to hang out behind the car parking spot in the bush to eat a snack. We scared each other a couple times but she was curious and never darted off. We probably stood 10 feet apart making eye contact a couple times.
Randy R
VerifiedJune 2, 2025 • Stayed at: C028, Loop: Loop C
The campground is in a very beautiful area, however the sites are 1, very very close together - moreso than I had experienced in a lifetime of camping and 2, the sites are incredibly small. Some so small you don't actually have an area to setup a tent, let alone anything else.
Very nice location, but definitely for no more than 3-4 people.
Emily C
VerifiedJune 2, 2025 • Stayed at: C015, Loop: Loop C
This site (C15) would be good for a SMALL TENT (6x6 or smaller) OR VAN ONLY. The only place to put pur tent was against the picnic table and the neighbor site's bear box. The photos shown on the app are NOT of this site, they are for the neighboring site. Having said that, the campground was clean and beautiful. Really easy access to hiking trails that lead to the visitor center and beyond
Nicole M
VerifiedJune 1, 2025 • Stayed at: B013, Loop: Loop B
One of my favorite campgrounds.
Location Black Canyon of the Gunnison South Rim Campground
Address:
10346 Hwy. 347
Montrose, CO, 81401
United States
The park is located approximately 250 miles (402 km) southwest of Denver. The South Rim of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is 15 miles (24 km) east of Montrose, CO, via U.S. Hwy 50 and CO Hwy 347.
Latitude & Longitude: 38.5506 / -107.687
Elevation: 2518 feet
Policies & Rules
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There are no water hookups or dump station at South Rim Campground. |
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Cell phone reception is unreliable in the area. |
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Check out time is 11:00 a.m. |
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Bears frequent the area; all food must be kept in approved containers |
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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. |
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Weather varies greatly from the canyon rim to the canyon floor; bring appropriate clothing |
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Generator use is not permitted. |
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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. |
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralThere is no set date to reopen the South Rim Campground in 2026 due to the damage from South Rim Fire. Loops B and C were heavily damaged. The park will assess the South Rim Campground in Spring 2026 after the snow melts, then begin to plan for rehabilitation. For more information on the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, please visit the park website's Current Conditions page.
