The Oak Flat Trail is located in the South Rim section of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. The trail, built by Student Conservation Association volunteers, allows hikers to descend below the rim without going all the way to the river. As you hike, you’ll pass through parts of the Black Canyon of […]
The Warner Point Nature Trail is a scenic, family-friendly hike in the South Rim section of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. Named after Mark Warner, a local minister dedicated to protecting the park, this 1.6-mile out-and-back trail features approximately 380 feet of elevation gain. As you hike, you’ll pass through a landscape of […]
Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park features two campgrounds within the park to accommodate the visitors it receives each year. This year we stayed at the South Rim Campground located one mile from the South Rim Visitor Center. Reservations may be made on recreation.gov for mid-May to mid-October, and it is first-come first-served after […]
The South Rim Visitor Center In Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is located near the park entrance. This center serves as a gateway for visitors to the park, providing them with information and resources to enhance their understanding and enjoyment of the park’s natural and cultural resources. This small visitor center offers […]
