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Play in the Snow While Enjoying the Views
Cross country skiing, snowshoeing, and camping are wonderful
activities to accessorize a wintertime adventure at the Black
Canyon. The trails are open 24 hours and Loop A at the South
Rim campground is available for camping under a canopy of
stars (water and electricity are not available).
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World-Class Fishing
Winding through the beautiful Black Canyon National Park, the
Gunnison River offers some of the finest trout fishing available.
These Gold Medal waters have been designated by the
Colorado Wildlife Commission as providing ideal spots to catch
large trout. (Only 168 miles of Colorado's 9,000 miles of trout
streams carry the Gold Medal signature). Be sure to bring your
fishing license.
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Climb (If You Dare)
The Black Canyon is extremely deep and narrow and is a fullon
adventure climbing area that is best attempted by expert
climbers or climbers with a guide. Peak climbing season is midApril
to mid-June and late August to early November. Ratings
for the Black Canyon's 145 known climbs start at 5.9 and go
up to 5.13 (29 climbs are rated 5.8 and 5.9). Climbing permits
may be obtained at the North Rim Ranger Station or South Rim
Visitor Center.
Camping Info
North Rim Campground
North Rim Campground is located approximately 16
miles southwest of Crawford, CO. The last seven miles of
North Rim Road are unpaved. All sites are shaded within
a pinyon-juniper forest. North Rim campground often fills
during spring and fall, and occasionally during summer
months. All sites are available on a first-come, first-served
basis and have a maximum limit of a 14 consecutive days
in a 30-day period. A maximum of eight people and two
vehicles are allowed per site. RVs larger than 35 feet are not
recommended. Generator use is allowed within
designated hours.
South Rim Campground
South Rim campground is located approximately 6 miles
north of the intersection of State Highway 347 and U.S.
Highway 50 east of Montrose. All sites are in an oak-brush
forest. Electrical hookups (30 amp) are available in summer
in Loop B only. Generator use is not allowed in South Rim
Campground. All sites have a maximum stay limit of 14
consecutive days in a 30-day period. A maximum of eight
people and two vehicles are allowed per site. Vehicles greater
than 35 feet are not recommended. Reservations can be
made for Loops A and B only and must be made at least three
days in advance. Loop C is first-come, first-served.
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Dive into the Deep on the East
Portal Road
Follow this extremely steep (16% grade) road (with dizzying
hairpin turns) right to the Gunnison River that carved the
marvelous canyon. Open in summer, this location has great
fishing and camping. Vehicles must be shorter than 22'
and have the ability to use low gears to avoid burning out
the brakes.
photo credit: Ellie Renfrow
photo credit: City of Montrose
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