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Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
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East Portal before and after rockfall.
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East Portal before and after the April 4, 2008 rockfall.
 

Updated October 1, 2008


ROADS

South Rim and North Rim Roads are open.  

East Portal Road is open, however only foot traffic is allowed past the picnic area toward Crystal Dam due to rockfall damage.

 
CAMPGROUNDS

South Rim Loop A: OPEN, but water is not available.
South Rim Loop B: OPEN, electricity is available, but water is turned off.
North Rim: OPEN, but water is not available.
East Portal: OPEN, but water is not available.
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Black Canyon Webcam
Webcam
Image from the South Rim Visitor Center.
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Water Flow Information
Water Flow Information
Information from the USGS for water flows through Black Canyon.
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2008 Visitor Guide
2008 Visitor Guide
(6.5mb PDF) The latest version of our annual park guide is now available.
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The Narrows  

Did You Know?
The narrowest part of Black Canyon at the river is only 40 feet across.

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Last Updated: October 01, 2008 at 13:03 EST