Can you reserve a site at Black Canyon of the Gunnison NP Wilderness Permits?

Yes, Black Canyon of the Gunnison NP Wilderness Permits is reservable through Recreation.gov.

Black Canyon of the Gunnison NP Wilderness Permits

Permit ·

Managed by the National Park Service

Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park (National Park) · Open Access

8,158 ft
Elevation

Steep cliffs, rocky pinnacles, and evergreen trees line a deep shaded canyon. — Photo: NPS photo · Recreation.gov

Getting there

38.55503, -107.68650 · 38°33'18.1"N 107°41'11.4"W

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Typical weather

Typically 82°F in Jul, down to 36°F in Dec.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	37	40	49	56	66	76	82	81	72	60	47	36
Low °F	13	16	23	29	38	46	53	52	44	33	23	13
Precip in	1.7	1.7	2.0	1.8	1.6	0.7	1.6	1.7	2.1	1.9	1.5	1.5

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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A hiker uses a long chain attached to a tree to descend a steep slope. — Photo: NPS photo · Recreation.gov

A hiker heads down a steep, curving dirt trail amidst evergreen trees. — Photo: NPS photo · Recreation.gov

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Common questions about Black Canyon of the Gunnison NP Wilderness Permits

Can you reserve a site at Black Canyon of the Gunnison NP Wilderness Permits?: Yes, Black Canyon of the Gunnison NP Wilderness Permits is reservable through Recreation.gov.

Camping near Black Canyon of the Gunnison NP Wilderness Permits

Black Canyon Of The Gunnison South Rim Campground 0.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground 2.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
East Portal Campground 2.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
Cimarron Campground (CO) 10.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
South Rim Visitor Center less than 0.1 mi · Visitor Center
North Rim Ranger Station 2.4 mi · Visitor Center
East Portal Campground 2.8 mi · Campground
Flat Top OHV Staging Area 9.6 mi · Facility
Cimarron Campground 10.4 mi · Campground
Bobcat Trailhead 11.2 mi · Facility
Eagle Valley Trailhead 11.2 mi · Facility
Peach Valley OHV Staging Area 11.5 mi · Facility

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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