Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park

Big enough to be overwhelming, yet still intimate enough to feel the pulse of time. Come see some of the steepest cliffs, oldest rock, and craggiest spires in North America. Forces of nature and the Gunnison River sculpted this canyon over two million years. The result is a vertical wilderness of rock, water, and sky.

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Today's Weather: http://www.weather.com/weather/today/l/NPBLCA:13:US CLIMATE Weather can vary greatly throughout the day. Summer daytime temperatures range between 55 to 90F (13 to 32C), nights 45 to 60F (7 to 16C). Winter daytime temperatures range between 15 to 40F (-9 to 4C), nights 10 to 20F (-12 to -6C). Afternoon thunderstorms are common during the summer. Snow accumulation varies greatly year to year. Layered clothing appropriate for the season is recommended.

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Black Canyon Of The Gunnison

South Rim: 7 miles north on CO Highway 347 from the intersection with U.S. Highway 50 east of Montrose. Physical/GPS address is: 9800 Highway 347, Montrose, CO 81401 North Rim: 11 miles southwest of Crawford, Colorado. From CO Highway 92, turn west on Black Canyon Road approximately 3 miles south of Crawford. Follow the road signs to the park.

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PARK CLOSURE

Park Closed Due to Wildfires

Both the North Rim and South Rim are closed; East Portal is not accessible. Do not enter the park until further notice. Updates on the South Rim Fire will be provided on https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/cobcp-south-rim as information becomes available.

INFORMATION

Cashless Operations

Black Canyon's operations are now cashless. South Rim Campground is by reservation only via Recreation.gov. East Portal & North Rim campgrounds accept payment for first-come first-served sites ONLY using Scan & Pay through Recreation.gov's mobile app.

CAUTION

South Rim Road construction continuing in 2025

Road improvement projects will continue in 2025. Expect delays, alternating one-way traffic, and parking lot closures.

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