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Black Canyon of the Gunnison National ParkNPS photo by Lisa Lynch
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Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
Plan Your Visit
 
pasqueflower
NPS Photo by Lisa Lynch
Pasque Flower (Pulsatilla patens hirsutissima)

When You Get Here
Stop at the South Rim Visitor Center for additional information, exhibits, introductory film, publications and Junior Ranger program for kids.

Help preserve the Black Canyon for future generations. Please don’t pick the flowers, feed or approach wildlife, or disturb natural features.

Maps
Maps
Park map of Black Canyon is available for download.
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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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Upper Black Canyon/Morrow Point Reservoir  

Did You Know?
The Black Canyon stretches far beyond the 14 miles within the national park. Including the canyon within Curecanti National Recreation Area and Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area, the total length is 53 miles.

Last Updated: September 19, 2006 at 13:54 EST