Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground

Federal campground in Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park

Location: Montrose, CO, CO

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (11 reviews)

Season: May through October

Official NPS North Rim Website The North Rim campground is remote and has 13 sites dispersed among pinyon and juniper trees. Sites available on a first-come, first-served basis. The ranger station is open intermittently in the summer and closed in the winter.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/black-canyon-of-the-gunnison-north-rim-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Remote 13-site campground nestled among pinyon and juniper trees at 7,767 ft elevation. First-come, first-served availability with fire rings and picnic tables.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Long-tailed Weasel, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, and various bird species including Bald Eagle present in the area.

Insider tips for Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground: Book early - federal campground with limited 13 sites Maps and newspapers available on ranger station porch during summer Self-pay station and self-registration kiosk at ranger station for park entrance fee Located 11 miles southwest of Crawford, CO via Black Canyon Road

Skip Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground if: Seeking RV hookups - no hookups available at most sites. Traveling outside May-October - seasonal operations only. Prefer ranger station assistance - open intermittently in summer, closed in winter.

Best time to visit Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground: May-October — Official operating season per verified data.

Nearby campgrounds: Black Canyon Of The Gunnison South Rim Campground (MONTROSE, CO), East Portal Campground (Montrose, CO), Cimarron Campground (Co) (Gunnison, CO), Soap Creek (Gunnison, CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground

Cell signal at Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground (Montrose, CO): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Montrose, CO, CO★ 4.6 (11 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Official NPS North Rim Website The North Rim campground is remote and has 13 sites dispersed among pinyon and juniper trees. Sites available on a first-come, first-served basis. The ranger station is open intermittently in the summer and closed in the winter.

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Verified facts

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Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV22 ft
HookupsNo hookups.
ToiletsVault toilets
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables

Straight talk

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Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ Seeking RV hookups - no hookups available at most sites✕ Traveling outside May-October - seasonal operations only✕ Prefer ranger station assistance - open intermittently in summer, closed in winter

Insider tips & when to go

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Book early - federal campground with limited 13 sites

Maps and newspapers available on ranger station porch during summer

Self-pay station and self-registration kiosk at ranger station for park entrance fee

Located 11 miles southwest of Crawford, CO via Black Canyon Road

Best: May-October

Official operating season per verified data

Things to do nearby

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4G · 0%
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4G · 0%
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4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

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Alert: American Black Bear, Long-tailed Weasel, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, and various bird species including Bald Eagle present in the area.

Location

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The North Rim is 11 miles southwest of Crawford, Colorado. From CO Highway 92, turn west on Black Canyon Road approximately 3 miles south of Crawford. Follow the road signs to the park. The last 7 miles of the park access road and the entire North Rim Drive road are unpaved gravel. Typically, the roads are in good condition and passable for most vehicles. In winter and early spring, these roads are unplowed and the North Rim is closed to vehicles.

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground cost per night?+
Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground open?+
Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground?+
Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground?+
Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$20 /night★ 4.6 (11)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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