Area
Big enough to be overwhelming, still intimate enough to feel the pulse of time, Black Canyon of the Gunnison exposes you to some of the steepest cliffs, oldest rock, and craggiest spires in North America. With two million years to work, the Gunnison River, along with the forces of weathering, has sculpted this vertical wilderness of rock, water, and sky.
The following facilities are accessible to those with mobility impairments:
South Rim:
North Rim:
The Black Canyon Movie: Our film shown at the South Rim Visitor Center meets Section 504 standards for audiences with hearing and visual impairments. Headphones for audio descriptions are available upon request.
Entrance fee is $30.00.
Covers all persons in a single, private, noncommercial vehicle and is valid for seven calendar days.
7 miles north on CO Highway 347 from the intersection with U.S. Highway 50 east of Montrose. Physical/GPS address is - 9800 Hwy 347, Montrose, CO 81401
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.
