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Black Canyon Of The Gunnison South Rim Campground

Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park, Colorado

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As of October 2026, Black Canyon Of The Gunnison South Rim Campground is a campground in Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park, Colorado with 84 campsites. Black Canyon Of The Gunnison South Rim Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Black Canyon Of The Gunnison South Rim Campground is located at 38.5506° N, 107.6867° W.

people allowed on each site: 8

Black Canyon Of The Gunnison South Rim Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Mid-stay changes allowed
Campsites held at once: 2 campsite(s) held
Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive days
Maximum stay: 14 days

Published by Recreation.gov for Black Canyon Of The Gunnison South Rim Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Black Canyon Of The Gunnison South Rim Campground

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Standard 84
Accessible 2
Hookups 53

What an RV fits

15–19 ft5 sites
20–24 ft31 sites
25–29 ft11 sites
30–34 ft10 sites
35–39 ft6 sites
40–44 ft2 sites
45–49 ft1 site
50–54 ft1 site

Amenities

potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

Things to do: hiking, wildlife, stargazing.

All sites at Black Canyon Of The Gunnison South Rim Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Hookups	Access
A001	Loop A	Standard	8	-	-	-
A002	Loop A	Standard	8	-	-	-
A003	Loop A	Standard	8	-	-	-
A004	Loop A	Standard	8	-	-	-
A005	Loop A	Standard	8	-	Electric	-
A006	Loop A	Standard	8	-	-	-
A007	Loop A	Standard	8	18 ft	-	-
A008	Loop A	Standard	8	30 ft	-	-
A009	Loop A	Standard	8	28 ft	-	-
A010	Loop A	Standard	8	32 ft	-	-
A011	Loop A	Standard	8	25 ft	-	-
A012	Loop A	Standard	8	32 ft	-	-
A013	Loop A	Standard	8	27 ft	-	-
A014	Loop A	Standard	8	16 ft	-	-
A015	Loop A	Standard	8	23 ft	-	-
A016	Loop A	Standard	8	32 ft	-	-
A017	Loop A	Standard	8	45 ft	-	-
A018	Loop A	Standard	8	27 ft	-	-
A019	Loop A	Standard	8	18 ft	-	-
A020	Loop A	Standard	8	-	-	-
A021	Loop A	Standard	8	20 ft	-	Accessible
A022	Loop A	Standard	8	20 ft	-	-
A023	Loop A	Standard	8	20 ft	-	-
A024	Loop A	Standard	8	18 ft	-	-
A025	Loop A	Standard	8	26 ft	-	-
A026	Loop A	Standard	8	25 ft	-	-
A027	Loop A	Standard	8	-	-	-
A028	Loop A	Standard	8	-	-	-
A029	Loop A	Standard	8	-	-	-
A030	Loop A	Standard	8	28 ft	-	-
A031	Loop A	Standard	8	30 ft	-	-
A034	Loop A	Standard	8	30 ft	-	-
B001	Loop B	Standard	8	16 ft	Electric	Accessible
B002	Loop B	Standard	8	35 ft	Electric	-
B003	Loop B	Standard	8	35 ft	Electric	-
B004	Loop B	Standard	8	31 ft	Electric	-
B005	Loop B	Standard	8	32 ft	Electric	-
B006	Loop B	Standard	8	23 ft	Electric	-
B007	Loop B	Standard	8	35 ft	Electric	-
B008	Loop B	Standard	8	21 ft	Electric	-
B009	Loop B	Standard	8	21 ft	Electric	-
B011	Loop B	Standard	8	30 ft	Electric	-
B012	Loop B	Standard	8	25 ft	Electric	-
B013	Loop B	Standard	8	36 ft	Electric	-
B014	Loop B	Standard	8	32 ft	Electric	-
B015	Loop B	Standard	8	36 ft	Electric	-
B016	Loop B	Standard	8	35 ft	Electric, Water	-
B017	Loop B	Standard	8	27 ft	Electric	-
B018	Loop B	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric	-
B019	Loop B	Standard	8	40 ft	Electric	-
B020	Loop B	Standard	8	28 ft	Electric	-
B021	Loop B	Standard	8	44 ft	Electric	-
B022	Loop B	Standard	8	21 ft	Electric	-
B023	Loop B	Standard	8	21 ft	Electric	-
C001	Loop C	Standard	8	-	Electric	-
C003	Loop C	Standard	8	-	Electric	-
C005	Loop C	Standard	8	22 ft	Electric	-
C006	Loop C	Standard	8	28 ft	Electric	-
C007	Loop C	Standard	8	21 ft	Electric	-
C008	Loop C	Standard	8	21 ft	Electric	-
C009	Loop C	Standard	8	-	Electric	-
C010	Loop C	Standard	8	21 ft	Electric	-
C011	Loop C	Standard	8	21 ft	Electric	-
C012	Loop C	Standard	8	-	Electric	-
C013	Loop C	Standard	8	21 ft	Electric	-
C014	Loop C	Standard	8	24 ft	Electric	-
C015	Loop C	Standard	8	-	Electric	-
C016	Loop C	Standard	8	21 ft	Electric	-
C017	Loop C	Standard	8	-	Electric	-
C018	Loop C	Standard	8	21 ft	Electric	-
C019	Loop C	Standard	8	-	Electric	-
C020	Loop C	Standard	8	21 ft	Electric	-
C021	Loop C	Standard	8	21 ft	Electric	-
C022	Loop C	Standard	8	21 ft	Electric	-
C023	Loop C	Standard	8	21 ft	Electric	-
C024	Loop C	Standard	8	21 ft	Electric	-
C025	Loop C	Standard	8	21 ft	Electric	-
C026	Loop C	Standard	8	21 ft	Electric	-
C027	Loop C	Standard	8	21 ft	Electric	-
C028	Loop C	Standard	8	21 ft	Electric	-
C029	Loop C	Standard	8	21 ft	Electric	-
C030	Loop C	Standard	8	21 ft	Electric	-
C031	Loop C	Standard	8	21 ft	Electric	-
C032	Loop C	Standard	8	21 ft	Electric	-

About Black Canyon Of The Gunnison South Rim Campground

Overview

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.

Winter activities include snowshoeing on Rim Rock Trail or go cross country skiing on South Rim Drive (South Rim Campground is first-come, first-served in winter).

Facilities

Campsites are open year round, but drinking water is only available mid-May through mid-October. Electric hookups are in Loop B and available year around.

Natural Features

Perched on the South Rim of the Black Canyon, this campground is surrounded by scrub oak forests and sits atop ancient hard rocks.

Deer, grouse, bears, and bobcats are known to frequent the area.

Nearby Attractions

Visit the Cimarron Canyon Rail Exhibit to see railcars and the last remaining railroad trestle on the Black Canyon of the Gunnison route. Head upstream to Curecanti National Recreation Area to enjoy water recreation on Colorado's largest reservoir.

Rules and notices at Black Canyon Of The Gunnison South Rim Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Black Canyon Of The Gunnison South Rim Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

There are no water hookups or dump station at South Rim Campground.

Cell phone reception is unreliable in the area.

Check out time is 11:00 a.m.

Bears frequent the area; all food must be kept in approved containers

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.

Weather varies greatly from the canyon rim to the canyon floor; bring appropriate clothing

GENERATOR USE IS NOT PERMITTED.

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.

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Black Canyon Of The Gunnison South Rim Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Black Canyon Of The Gunnison South Rim Campground?

Black Canyon Of The Gunnison South Rim Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Black Canyon Of The Gunnison South Rim Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Black Canyon Of The Gunnison South Rim Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Black Canyon Of The Gunnison South Rim Campground have?

Black Canyon Of The Gunnison South Rim Campground has 84 campsites.

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