We were passing through the area and decided to make a quick stop at Black Canyon of the Gunnison and are so glad we did! We enjoyed exploring the canyon and enjoying the many overlooks. We stayed at South Rim Campground and were really happy with it! It is a great location right in the park. We were able to work from our hot spot with our booster just fine as well. We didn’t have cell service though, fyi. We were in Site 2B (electric only) and it was a pull through (sorta– kinda just pull off on the side of the road) spot and there was a tent spot at the site too. There aren’t any stores near the park, so make sure to stock up before you get there!

Small sites with views of cars. Don’t stay here.

Private spots, wildlife all around, great nature talk , beautiful view. No hookups. No generator use.

Overlooked Black Canyon NP is worth the trip. Nice campsites, primitive facilities as expected. Bring wood for the pit/bbq combo. Only $16 per night was a bargain.

We stayed on night at the Black Canyon South Rim campground. The check in was self serve as we arrived in the early evening. We were able to find one of the last available sites. The campground has good facilities but its very compact and crowded. Many of the sites are uneven and too small to park a van. The tent sites are more than adequate and provide adequate space, fire rings, and picnic tables, and bathrooms. They have excellent education programs and rangers to assist with questions. The canyon is amazing and worth seeing. You can travel along the south rim and view the canyon. The visitors center is outstanding with helpful staff and some of the better canyon views. Worth the visit if you are in South Central Colorado.

The drive up to the campground was beautiful and windy. The sites themselves are pretty secluded. Only pit toilets are available, but they are clean and there are nice paved sidewalks to them. The ranger talks and star viewing is amazing!

Heard of this place from a guy while getting gas. Decided to check it out. He said it was more beautiful than the Grand Canyon. A bold statement, we thought. I wouldn't say more, but it is beautiful. The black canyon walls really are stunning and very steep. The park was open to drive through. It takes about 2-3 hours to drive end to end. The ranger was about to close but saw we just wanted water for our bottles and he kept the center open for us. Very kind staff. The campground was open too but not for any services. Being in a self contained van, it was fine. Best of all, it wasn't the season opening yet so we were able to camp for free! Woke up to light snow just adding to the beauty.

The campsites on the South Rim do take reservations, so I would recommend reserving ahead of time—especially during the summer. The campsites are well-maintained, private, easily accessible, and family friendly. The campers around were all respectful, which made for a great community of campers!

High (8,200) and deep—dramatic landscape carved by Gunnison River. Wonderful hiking trail along the rim and interesting plant community of the high plateau. Be prepared for any type of weather. We had a wild thunder, lightning and wind storm with violent downdrafts—typical for this country. Absence of light pollution means awesome night skies!

Campground Campground host very friendly. Absolutely wonderful ranger-led hikes and talks in the amphitheater each evening.