• Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park

    Black Canyon Of The Gunnison

    National Park Colorado

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  • Road Status

    East Portal, South Rim and North Rim Roads are currently open, but could close again if winter condtions or rock fall exist.

Ninth-Twelfth Grades

Black Canyon-ology (Field Trip) Join our rangers as we explore the geology and history of the Black Canyon. This field trip can be offered on either the North or South Rim of the Black Canyon. (3-4 hours)

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Boating and Water Safety - This lesson, based on the Colorado Boating Safely course, discusses water and boating safety. (90 minutes)

Note: This lesson does not certify students to legally operate a powerboat in Colorado.

Did You Know?

Upper Black Canyon/Morrow Point Reservoir

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.