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The canyon of the Gunnison, also known as Black Canyon, serves-up some of the steepest cliffs, oldest rocks, and rocky spires anywhere in North America, including the Grand Canyon. The Gunnison River, with the help of weathering forces, has sculpted these vertically expenses that, in some cases, contain entire ecosystems.
Even if you’re not a die-hard geology fan, there’s a good chance this park has something for you. Nature trails, mountain biking and hiking trails, rock climbing routes, and horseback riding paths can all be had within the confines of this 231-acre natural wonderland. Anglers will rejoice in the healthy trout schools that populate the Gunnison River. The area’s mule deer are also known to frequent the river’s shallow shores, as well.
The canyon of the Gunnison, also known as Black Canyon, serves-up some of the steepest cliffs, oldest rocks, and rocky spires anywhere in North America, including the Grand Canyon. The Gunnison River, with the help of weathering forces, has sculpted these vertically expenses that, in some cases, contain entire ecosystems.
Even if you’re not a die-hard geology fan, there’s a good chance this park has something for you. Nature trails, mountain biking and hiking trails, rock climbing routes, and horseback riding paths can all be had within the confines of this 231-acre natural wonderland. Anglers will rejoice in the healthy trout schools that populate the Gunnison River. The area’s mule deer are also known to frequent the river’s shallow shores, as well.
Before you go about hiking the canyon south rim and north rim, make sure you’ve got your camping situation all squared away. Roughly a hundred sites exist within the park’s three designated campgrounds, with those located at the South Rim campground boasting electrical hookups, watering stations, vault toilets, picnic tables, and more. Those site dotted in the North Rim camground and East Portal campground are primitive and only accessible by walking in.
A word to the wise: Those who want to camp here during the winter months, make sure to bundle up, because temps can drop into single digits come nightfall.
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3 campgrounds in Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park
Located two miles downstream of Crystal Dam at the bottom of Black Canyon, East Portal Campground is shaded by box elder trees. Steep canyon walls define the landscape and rock climbing is only to be attempted by expert climbers. Also of note is the nearby Gunnison River Diversion Tunnel. When first constructed it was an engineering marvel and the Read more...
The South Rim Campground is going to make you feel like you just moved right into the canyon! Nicely shaded sites have lots of privacy, so you won’t feel like you’re on top of your neighbors. The Rim Rock Nature trail is right within the grounds and if you want to brush up on your canyon knowledge, walk to the amphitheatre just steps away for even Read more...
Breathe in some crisp morning air and brew yourself a cup o’ joe on the campfire, North Rim Campground beckons an early start! You’re just steps away from a scenic overlook with amazing canyon views when you stay here. And when you head back to camp there’s lots of shade underneath the Pinyon trees, lots of privacy and a place to hang your hammock Read more...
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Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park
The canyon of the Gunnison, also known as Black Canyon, serves-up some of the steepest cliffs, oldest rocks, and rocky spires anywhere in North America, including the Grand Canyon. The Gunnison River, with the help of weathering forces, has sculpted these vertically expenses that, in some cases, contain entire ecosystems.
Even if you’re not a die-hard geology fan, there’s a good chance this park has something for you. Nature trails, mountain biking and hiking trails, rock climbing routes, and horseback riding paths can all be had within the confines of this 231-acre natural wonderland. Anglers will rejoice in the healthy trout schools that populate the Gunnison River. The area’s mule deer are also known to frequent the river’s shallow shores, as well.
The canyon of the Gunnison, also known as Black Canyon, serves-up some of the steepest cliffs, oldest rocks, and rocky spires anywhere in North America, including the Grand Canyon. The Gunnison River, with the help of weathering forces, has sculpted these vertically expenses that, in some cases, contain entire ecosystems.
Even if you’re not a die-hard geology fan, there’s a good chance this park has something for you. Nature trails, mountain biking and hiking trails, rock climbing routes, and horseback riding paths can all be had within the confines of this 231-acre natural wonderland. Anglers will rejoice in the healthy trout schools that populate the Gunnison River. The area’s mule deer are also known to frequent the river’s shallow shores, as well.
Before you go about hiking the canyon south rim and north rim, make sure you’ve got your camping situation all squared away. Roughly a hundred sites exist within the park’s three designated campgrounds, with those located at the South Rim campground boasting electrical hookups, watering stations, vault toilets, picnic tables, and more. Those site dotted in the North Rim camground and East Portal campground are primitive and only accessible by walking in.
A word to the wise: Those who want to camp here during the winter months, make sure to bundle up, because temps can drop into single digits come nightfall.
Activities in the park
3 campgrounds in Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park
Located two miles downstream of Crystal Dam at the bottom of Black Canyon, East Portal Campground is shaded by box elder trees. Steep canyon walls define the landscape and rock climbing is only to be attempted by expert climbers. Also of note is the nearby Gunnison River Diversion Tunnel. When first constructed it was an engineering marvel and the Read more...
The South Rim Campground is going to make you feel like you just moved right into the canyon! Nicely shaded sites have lots of privacy, so you won’t feel like you’re on top of your neighbors. The Rim Rock Nature trail is right within the grounds and if you want to brush up on your canyon knowledge, walk to the amphitheatre just steps away for even Read more...
Breathe in some crisp morning air and brew yourself a cup o’ joe on the campfire, North Rim Campground beckons an early start! You’re just steps away from a scenic overlook with amazing canyon views when you stay here. And when you head back to camp there’s lots of shade underneath the Pinyon trees, lots of privacy and a place to hang your hammock Read more...
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