Black Canyon Of The Gunnison South Rim Campground
The campground is partially open with limited capacity due to the 2025 South Rim Fire. Only 25 non-electric sites in Loop A are available for the 2026 season (May 18 through September 30). Loops B and C remain closed for rehabilitation with no set reopening date. Reservations required via Recreation.gov.
Flood Watch issued August 30 at 11:36AM MDT until September 1 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of Colorado, including the following areas, Central Colorado River Basin, Central Gunnison and Uncompahgre River Basin, Central Yampa River Basin, Debeque to Silt Corridor, Flat Tops, Four Corners/Upper Dolores River, Gore and Elk Mountains/Central Mountain Valleys, Grand Valley, Grand and Battlement Mesas, Northwest San Juan Mountains, Paradox Valley/Lower Dolores River, Roan and Tavaputs Plateaus, Southwest San Juan Mountains, Uncompahgre Plateau and Dallas Divide, Upper Gunnison River Valley and West Elk and Sawatch Mountains and Utah, including the following areas, Arches/Grand Flat, Canyonlands/Natural Bridges, La Sal and Abajo Mountains, Southeast Utah and Tavaputs Plateau. * WHEN...Through Monday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Recent burn scars will also be especially susceptible and these include the Lee and Elk RX, Gold Mountain and Elk, Ferris, and Babylon burn scars to name a few. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Monsoonal moisture will remain across the area through Monday evening and will support thunderstorms and showers with heavy rainfall across the watch area. Several rounds of heavier rain are expected increasing the chance for flash flooding especially in our more susceptible areas. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
From Recreation.gov
Due to wildfire damage, there is no set date to reopen Loops B & C at the South Rim Campground in 2026. Please visit the park website's [Current Conditions][1] page for more information and rehabilitation status updates. [1]: https://www.nps.gov/blca/planyourvisit/conditions.htm
About
South Rim Campground occupies a stunning perch at 8,400 feet elevation on the South Rim of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. The campground is surrounded by scrub oak forests atop ancient hard rock, with deer, grouse, bears, and bobcats frequenting the area. Sites are fairly close together, partially shaded by tall shrubs, with bear-proof food storage lockers at each site. The campground has three loops: Loop A and C offer standard non-electric sites at $20/night, while Loop B provides 20 and 30 amp electric hookups at $34/night. Loop B accommodates RVs and trailers up to 55 feet combined length, though most sites average 30 feet. Loops A and C fit vehicles up to 23 feet combined. Vault toilets are available year-round, but potable water is only available mid-May through mid-October. There are no showers, dump station, or water hookups. Summer visitors can attend evening educational programs at the campground amphitheater. Winter activities include snowshoeing on Rim Rock Trail and cross-country skiing on South Rim Drive when the road is closed to vehicles.
Directions
From Montrose, take US Highway 50 east for 6 miles, then turn left onto Highway 347 and follow it for 6 miles into the park. About 0.3 mile past the entrance station, turn right onto the South Rim Campground road.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $20 - $34 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 50ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 50ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| blca_info@nps.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (970) 249-1914 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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