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Black Canyon of the Gunnison South Rim Campground

Campground · National park in Montrose County, Colorado. Run by National Park Service.

84Campsites
4.2 miTo Crystal Reservoir
YesRV hookups
65 ftLongest RV site

At a glance

OperatorNational Park Service
Campsites84
Site types62 standard, no electric, 22 standard, electric
RV hookupsElectric hookups at 53 sites (water at 1)
Longest RV/trailer site65 ft
RVs welcomeYes
Tent sitesYes
ShowersNo
ToiletsYes
Drinking waterYes
Wi-FiNo
Dogs allowedYes
Campfires allowedYes
FeeYes
Phone(970) 249-1914
ReservationsRecreation.gov

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About Black Canyon of the Gunnison South Rim Campground

A camping trip to the Black Canyon of Gunnison National Park makes for a beautiful getaway for sightseeing, stargazing, and hiking. The park protects the most dramatic section of the Gunnison River Canyon; no other canyon in North America combines the narrow opening, sheer walls, and startling depths of Black Canyon. Recreation Take one of many spectacular hiking trails such as the Oak Flat Loop Trail and watch for birds like the black-billed magpie. In summer, catch an evening educational program in the campground amphitheater.

Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.

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Black Canyon of the Gunnison South Rim Campground is in Montrose County.

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Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.