Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
national park in Montrose County, Colorado, United States
About Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
The park was founded on March 2, 1933, as a national monument. The Black Canyon (contained in the borders of the park) is a very deep gorge containing sheer cliffs up to heights of 2250 feet (685 m). The canyon was carved by the Gunnison River, located at the very bottom of the canyon. The park contains Colorado's largest sheer cliff, titledPainted Wallwith a height of2,250ft (690m). Also, the canyon at its narrowest is only40ft (12m)wide, making it very narrow. Great horned owls, peregrine falcons, eagles, swifts and jays soar through the canyon. The American dipper uses its wings in fast moving waters to keep it moving underneath the surface when feeding. When driving through or hiking in Black Canyon, you are apt to see many species of wildlife such as elk and coyotes. But by far one of
Top Attractions in Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
Explore the best things to see and do in Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park:
- ★Ranger Guided Activities
Where to Stay in Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
- 🏨East Portal Campground
- 🏨North Rim Campground
- 🏨South Rim Campground
Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park Travel Guide Sections
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