https://www.nps.gov/blca News releases from Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park. en-us https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/trails-opening-at-black-canyon.htm Thu, 20 Nov 2025 10:24:00 EST The Oak Flat and Uplands Trails are now open to the public at the South Rim of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park after being closed since July 10, 2025. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/trails-opening-at-black-canyon.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-winter-operations-2025-2026.htm Wed, 17 Sep 2025 20:00:00 EST As summer comes to an end, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park will transition to winter operations. Check the park websites for operational hours, closures, and current conditions before your trip. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-winter-operations-2025-2026.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-and-curecanti-move-to-stage-1-fire-restrictions.htm Thu, 04 Sep 2025 10:08:00 EST Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area are in Stage 1 Fire Restrictions effective September 5 at 12:01 am. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-and-curecanti-move-to-stage-1-fire-restrictions.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-astrofest-2025.htm Wed, 03 Sep 2025 10:15:00 EST The National Park Service invites you to discover your local day and night skies at the 2025 Black Canyon AstroFest. Minimal light pollution and expansive public lands result in wonderful clear days and dark night skies at Curecanti National Recreation Area and Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-astrofest-2025.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/south-rim-of-black-canyon-to-open-south-rim-road.htm Thu, 28 Aug 2025 04:12:00 EST On Friday, August 29, 2025, the South Rim Road in Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park will open to the public. Visitors will be able to drive the entire South Rim Road, access all the park overlooks, and experience the visitor center and park store. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/south-rim-of-black-canyon-to-open-south-rim-road.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/south-rim-of-black-canyon-to-open.htm Thu, 14 Aug 2025 07:39:00 EST On August 18th, 2025, Park staff will re-open the South Rim of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park to the public. Visitors will be able to drive the South Rim Road to the visitor center, access Tomichi and Gunnison Point overlooks, and visit the park store. Visitors can see for themselves the forces of nature and the mosaic of burned and unburned vegetation. The hours of operation on the South Rim will be 7:00 am to 6:00 pm daily. The entrance gate will lock at 6:00 pm. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/south-rim-of-black-canyon-to-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-and-curecanti-move-to-stage-2-fire-restrictions.htm Wed, 13 Aug 2025 11:39:00 EST Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area are in Stage 2 Fire Restrictions effective August 14 at 12:01 am. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-and-curecanti-move-to-stage-2-fire-restrictions.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/north-rim-of-black-canyon-to-open.htm Fri, 25 Jul 2025 07:51:00 EST Park staff will open the North Rim of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park to the public on July 30, 2025. Visitors will be able to access trails, overlooks, and the North Rim Campground. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/north-rim-of-black-canyon-to-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/south-rim-fire-response-update.htm Thu, 24 Jul 2025 08:54:00 EST The South Rim Wildfire, which was ignited by lightning strikes on July 10, 2025, remains active within Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. The park is coordinating with federal, state, and local partners to manage fire activity and to assess potential post-fire impacts. The park remains closed to visitors until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/south-rim-fire-response-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/status-of-black-canyon-of-the-gunnison-national-park.htm Fri, 18 Jul 2025 03:06:00 EST On the morning of July 10, 2025, lightning strikes ignited wildfires on both the North Rim and South Rim of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. Visitors and staff were safely evacuated, and the park is closed until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/status-of-black-canyon-of-the-gunnison-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/wildfires-close-black-canyon-of-the-gunnison-national-park.htm Thu, 10 Jul 2025 10:35:00 EST On the morning of July 10, 2025, lightning strikes ignited wildfires on both the North Rim and South Rim of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. Visitors and staff have been evacuated and the park is closed until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/wildfires-close-black-canyon-of-the-gunnison-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/roadwork-at-black-canyon.htm Thu, 03 Jul 2025 11:08:00 EST Starting July 7, 2025, roadwork will occur at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. The project will involve chip sealing, patching, and micro-sealing roadways at several locations in the park. This important project will improve and preserve roadways which benefit the visitor experience. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/roadwork-at-black-canyon.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/nps-seeks-public-input-on-grazing-management-at-black-canyon-of-the-gunnison-national-park-and-curecanti-national-recreational-area.htm Thu, 22 May 2025 10:29:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking public input on the Grazing Management Plan and Environmental Assessment (GrMP/EA) for Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area, under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/nps-seeks-public-input-on-grazing-management-at-black-canyon-of-the-gunnison-national-park-and-curecanti-national-recreational-area.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-national-park-missing-person-recovery.htm Wed, 16 Apr 2025 10:57:00 EST On April 13, 2025, US Park Rangers conducted an operation to recover the human remains that were located in a remote and highly technical area within the wilderness area at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. The remains were recently confirmed to be those of Jordan Marsters. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-national-park-missing-person-recovery.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-moves-cashless-fee-collection.htm Mon, 14 Apr 2025 08:56:00 EST Effective immediately, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park will transition to a fully cashless fee system and only accept mobile or electronic payments for entrance, camping, and permit fees. Transition to electronic payment is safer, reduces transaction times, allows for reservations and prepayment, and improves accountability. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-moves-cashless-fee-collection.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-park-missing-person-update.htm Tue, 18 Mar 2025 05:21:00 EST Park Rangers and a member of the Black Canyon Search and Rescue Team located human remains within a remote and highly technical area to access within the wilderness area at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-park-missing-person-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/national-park-service-and-montrose-county-sheriff-s-office-conducts-search-for-missing-man-at-black-canyon.htm Mon, 24 Feb 2025 11:29:00 EST Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park staff and the Montrose County Sheriff’s Office staff are seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing person. Jordan Marsters is a 31-year-old male who resides in Denver, Colorado. Marsters was traveling through Grand Junction on February 11 and in Montrose on February 12. His last known locations were in Montrose on February 12 and 13 and at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park on the morning of February 13 at approximately 7:20 am. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/national-park-service-and-montrose-county-sheriff-s-office-conducts-search-for-missing-man-at-black-canyon.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-of-the-gunnison-national-park-opens-comment-period-for-amphitheater-rehabilitation-project.htm Fri, 10 Jan 2025 03:22:00 EST On January 10, 2025, the National Park Service (NPS) will begin a 30-day public comment period for an amphitheater rehabilitation project. The amphitheater is located on the south rim of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park (BLCA), immediately east of the South Rim Campground. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-of-the-gunnison-national-park-opens-comment-period-for-amphitheater-rehabilitation-project.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/fire-management-plan-public-commenting.htm Tue, 07 Jan 2025 02:54:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is preparing a fire management plan (FMP) and its associated environmental assessment (EA) for Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park (BLCA) and Curecanti National Recreation Area (CURE). The NPS is seeking public input on the plan’s EA from January 7, 2025, through February 6, 2025. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/fire-management-plan-public-commenting.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/fee-increases-approved-for-black-canyon-and-curecanti.htm Mon, 25 Nov 2024 06:07:00 EST MONTROSE, Colo. – The National Park Service (NPS) proposed this summer to charge fees for wilderness permits on the South Rim of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and increase group campsite fees for Curecanti National Recreation Area. Park managers sought public comment on the fee changes in July. Comments were reviewed and the fee increase was approved in November. The proposed fee changes will take effect in January 2025. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/fee-increases-approved-for-black-canyon-and-curecanti.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/winter-operations-at-black-canyon.htm Sun, 20 Oct 2024 04:26:00 EST As winter approaches, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park will see changes to operations. Winter is a peaceful time to visit the park with less noise and traffic. Visitors should be prepared for changes in operations. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/winter-operations-at-black-canyon.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-of-the-gunnison-national-park-celebrates-25-years.htm Fri, 04 Oct 2024 10:39:00 EST Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park celebrates 25 years as a national park this year. While first proclaimed as a national monument on March 2, 1933, by President Herbert Hoover, it was redesignated as a national park on October 21, 1999, by Congress and signed into law by President William Clinton. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-of-the-gunnison-national-park-celebrates-25-years.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/fire-management-plan-for-black-canyon-of-the-gunnison-national-park-and-curecanti-national-recreation-area.htm Tue, 03 Sep 2024 04:46:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) invites public input in the development of a fire management plan (FMP) and its environmental assessment (EA) for the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and the Curecanti National Recreation Area. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/fire-management-plan-for-black-canyon-of-the-gunnison-national-park-and-curecanti-national-recreation-area.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-regional-astrofest-september-5-to-7-2024.htm Wed, 21 Aug 2024 10:40:00 EST Come celebrate the starry night skies of Black Canyon at Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, and Curecanti National Recreation Area. The region’s annual astronomy festival, known as AstroFest, will take place Thursday in Montrose, Friday at Black Canyon, and Saturday at Curecanti. This event connects us to the dark skies of the region and provides the opportunity to look through telescopes, learn about wildlife, and appreciate dark skies. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-regional-astrofest-september-5-to-7-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/nps-seeks-public-input-on-grazing-at-black-canyon-of-the-gunnison-and-curecanti.htm Mon, 19 Aug 2024 12:36:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) invites public input in the development of a Grazing Management Plan and Environmental Assessment for Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area, under the National Environmental Policy Act. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/nps-seeks-public-input-on-grazing-at-black-canyon-of-the-gunnison-and-curecanti.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/proposed-fee-changes-black-canyon-of-the-gunnison-national-park-and-curecanti-national-recreation-area.htm Fri, 28 Jun 2024 05:19:00 EST MONTROSE, Colo. – The National Park Service (NPS) is proposing to charge fees for wilderness permits on the South Rim of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and increase group campsite fees for Curecanti National Recreation Area. Park managers are seeking public comment on the fee changes. The proposed fee changes would take effect in January 2025. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/proposed-fee-changes-black-canyon-of-the-gunnison-national-park-and-curecanti-national-recreation-area.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/roads-opening-at-black-canyon.htm Thu, 11 Apr 2024 13:18:00 EST Two roads at Black Canyon closed in winter will open for the season on the morning of Friday, April 12, 2024. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/roads-opening-at-black-canyon.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/friends-of-black-canyon-invite-interested-parties-to-gather.htm Wed, 27 Mar 2024 13:19:00 EST Montrose, Colo. – The Friends of the Black Canyon group is welcoming like-minded park advocates to a meeting on Tuesday, April 16 in Montrose. This local non-profit seeks to enhance the connection between the local community and the national parks through support park activities, projects, fundraising, and advocacy. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/friends-of-black-canyon-invite-interested-parties-to-gather.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/road-improvement-projects-to-impact-black-canyon.htm Thu, 22 Feb 2024 12:30:00 EST Road improvement projects at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park will begin in 2024 and continue through 2025. These much-needed improvements will create significant impacts in accessing the park. Visitors should plan on delays of up to 30 minutes during their visit and a significantly reduced number of parking spots available. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/road-improvement-projects-to-impact-black-canyon.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/friends-of-black-canyon.htm Sat, 17 Feb 2024 03:45:00 EST Have a passion for national parks and public lands? Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area would love some Friends! The non-profit Friends of the Black Canyon group is welcoming like-minded park advocates to a gathering. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/friends-of-black-canyon.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-and-curecanti-fees-will-increase-in-january-2024.htm Wed, 29 Nov 2023 04:40:00 EST Beginning January 1, 2024, Black Canyon National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area will increase camping and boat launch fees. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-and-curecanti-fees-will-increase-in-january-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/injured-climber-rescued-off-great-white-wall-route-at-black-canyon.htm Tue, 12 Sep 2023 05:12:00 EST At approximately 10:30 am on Monday September 11, 2023, National Park Service (NPS) law enforcement received a 911 call of a rock climber who had sustained a fall on the Great White Wall climbing route on the North Rim of Black Canyon. The Black Canyon Search and Rescue (SAR) team and the Western Colorado University SAR team joined to respond. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/injured-climber-rescued-off-great-white-wall-route-at-black-canyon.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/celebrate-dark-skies-at-astrofest-2023-on-september-14-through-16.htm Fri, 25 Aug 2023 06:45:00 EST MONTROSE, Colo. – The National Park Service (NPS) is excited to join with numerous partners to celebrate the region’s dark skies at the 2023 AstroFest. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/celebrate-dark-skies-at-astrofest-2023-on-september-14-through-16.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-and-curecanti-seek-public-comment-on-proposed-fee-changes.htm Wed, 16 Aug 2023 04:08:00 EST GUNNISON, Colo. – The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking the public’s comment on changes to campground and boating fee increases under consideration for Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area. The proposed changes would take effect in January 2024. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-and-curecanti-seek-public-comment-on-proposed-fee-changes.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/red-rock-canyon-wilderness-use-permits-available-online-with-www-recreation-gov.htm Wed, 15 Mar 2023 07:29:00 EST Beginning Friday, April 14, 2023, reservations for Red Rock Canyon Wilderness use permits in Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park will be available online at www.recreation.gov. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/red-rock-canyon-wilderness-use-permits-available-online-with-www-recreation-gov.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/stuart-west-selected-as-superintendent-of-black-canyon-of-the-gunnison-national-park-and-curecanti-national-recreation-area.htm Wed, 22 Feb 2023 03:54:00 EST GUNNISON, Colo. – National Park Service (NPS) Acting Regional Director Lisa Carrico announced the selection of Stuart West as superintendent of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area. He will also supervise the superintendent of Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument. He begins his new assignment on February 27. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/stuart-west-selected-as-superintendent-of-black-canyon-of-the-gunnison-national-park-and-curecanti-national-recreation-area.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/wilderness-use-permit-changes-for-red-rock-canyon-at-black-canyon-of-the-gunnison-national-park.htm Mon, 19 Dec 2022 08:40:00 EST Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park staff are working to place Red Rock Canyon wilderness use permit reservations online with www.recreation.gov in 2023. Wilderness use permits for Red Rock Canyon were previously available by mail-in lottery only. The online process will allow visitors to access Red Rock Canyon wilderness use permits with greater ease. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/wilderness-use-permit-changes-for-red-rock-canyon-at-black-canyon-of-the-gunnison-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-of-the-gunnison-and-curecanti-announce-a-finding-of-no-significant-impact-for-the-wilderness-and-backcountry-management-plan.htm Mon, 19 Dec 2022 06:39:00 EST The National Park Service has issued a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park – Curecanti National Recreation Area Wilderness and Backcountry Management Plan (plan) and Environmental Assessment (EA). The final plan will provide long-term direction and an integrated framework for decision making for the stewardship of designated wilderness and backcountry lands in the two parks. The EA and FONSI are available online at https://parkplanning.nps.gov/BLCA-CUREWBMP. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-of-the-gunnison-and-curecanti-announce-a-finding-of-no-significant-impact-for-the-wilderness-and-backcountry-management-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-astronomy-festival-september-22-through-24-2022.htm Wed, 07 Sep 2022 10:40:00 EST Come celebrate the starry night skies of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park (Black Canyon). The park’s annual astronomy festival, known as AstroFest, will take place Thursday, September 22 through Saturday, September 24. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-astronomy-festival-september-22-through-24-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/wilderness-and-backcountry-management-plan-and-environmental-assessment-public-comment-period-extended-to-august-4-2022.htm Wed, 13 Jul 2022 08:21:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) released the draft Wilderness and Backcountry Management Plan and Environmental Assessment for Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area on June 21. The public comment period was set from June 21 to July 21, 2022, and has now been extended to Thursday, August 4, 2022, allowing two additional weeks. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/wilderness-and-backcountry-management-plan-and-environmental-assessment-public-comment-period-extended-to-august-4-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/wilderness-and-backcountry-management-plan-and-environmental-assessment-virtual-public-meeting-announced.htm Fri, 08 Jul 2022 13:30:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) will host a virtual public meeting on Wednesday July 13, 2022, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm MDT to share information on the draft wilderness and backcountry management plan and environmental assessment for Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/wilderness-and-backcountry-management-plan-and-environmental-assessment-virtual-public-meeting-announced.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-of-the-gunnison-national-park-and-curecanti-national-recreation-area-rescind-stage-1-fire-restrictions-beginning-july-1-2022.htm Thu, 30 Jun 2022 07:19:00 EST At 12:01 Friday, July 1, 2022, Stage I Fire Restrictions will be rescinded for both Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area. Recent rains in the area have increased fuel moisture and lessened fire danger, but visitors are asked to remain cautious with fire. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-of-the-gunnison-national-park-and-curecanti-national-recreation-area-rescind-stage-1-fire-restrictions-beginning-july-1-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/grand-valley-state-university-new-music-ensemble-to-perform-original-music-inspired-by-black-canyon-of-the-gunnison.htm Thu, 23 Jun 2022 07:13:00 EST Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is delighted to welcome GVSU’s New Ensemble on Thursday, July 7, 2022, at 7:30 pm for a one-hour special music performance. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/grand-valley-state-university-new-music-ensemble-to-perform-original-music-inspired-by-black-canyon-of-the-gunnison.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/wilderness-and-backcountry-management-plan-and-environmental-assessment-released.htm Tue, 21 Jun 2022 03:31:00 EST On June 21, 2022, The National Park Service (NPS) is releasing a final draft Wilderness and Backcountry Management Plan and Environmental Assessment for Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/wilderness-and-backcountry-management-plan-and-environmental-assessment-released.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-of-the-gunnison-national-park-and-curecanti-national-recreation-area-implement-stage-1-fire-restrictions-beginning-june-15-2022.htm Tue, 14 Jun 2022 11:26:00 EST Current and predicted weather, coupled with dry conditions, has necessitated the implementation of fire restrictions for many public lands throughout the state. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-of-the-gunnison-national-park-and-curecanti-national-recreation-area-implement-stage-1-fire-restrictions-beginning-june-15-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr21-10.htm Wed, 22 Dec 2021 10:09:00 EST Today, the National Park Service released information about a comprehensive planning effort that would provide long-term direction to preserve wilderness and backcountry resources while offering a spectrum of visitor opportunities at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr21-10.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr21-09.htm Thu, 16 Dec 2021 04:03:00 EST Winter weather has arrived in the Rocky Mountains. Park operations at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area are adjusting with the season and offering limited services. Winter is a wonderful time for the adventurous winter traveler to experience the parks with less crowds. Visitors need to be aware of challenges and prepared for changing conditions. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr21-09.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr21-08.htm Thu, 22 Jul 2021 09:54:00 EST At midnight Thursday, July 22, 2021, Stage I Fire Restrictions will be rescinded for both Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area. Recent rains in the area have increased fuel moisture and lessened fire danger, but visitors are asked to remain cautious with fire. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr21-08.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr21-05.htm Wed, 23 Jun 2021 05:08:00 EST Current and predicted weather, coupled with dry conditions, has necessitated the implementation of fire restrictions for many public lands throughout the state. Effective 12:01 am on June 24, in alignment with both Gunnison and Montrose Counties, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area will be under Stage I Fire Restrictions.  https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr21-05.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr21-04.htm Mon, 12 Apr 2021 07:47:00 EST The mountain bluebirds are back, the ice is melting, and it’s time for the National Park Service to prepare for the summer. Ever wonder what it takes to get a park or recreation area ready for the summer rush of visitors? https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr21-04.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr21-03.htm Wed, 31 Mar 2021 09:08:00 EST The East Portal Road will be closed to all public access, including pedestrian and bicycle traffic, throughout the 2021 season to complete vital road work and infrastructure improvements at East Portal. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr21-03.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr21-01.htm Wed, 03 Feb 2021 09:39:00 EST To protect the health of those who live, work, and visit national parks and National Park Service (NPS) facilities, and in support of President Biden’s Executive Order on Protecting the Federal Workforce and Requiring Mask-Wearing, NPS is immediately implementing a mask requirement for employees, visitors, partners and contractors. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr21-01.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr20-17.htm Thu, 03 Dec 2020 06:01:00 EST Following safe guidance regarding COVID-19, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park will offer only limited services this winter. Ranger-led snowshoe tours are cancelled, and the park will not be able to loan snowshoes to individuals. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr20-17.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr20-16.htm Fri, 20 Nov 2020 09:36:00 EST As the holiday season approaches, the National Park Service would like to invite you to your local national park and recreation area. Here’s what you need to know: https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr20-16.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr20-14.htm Mon, 21 Sep 2020 09:35:00 EST Fall operations will be changing for both Black Canyon and Curecanti as temperatures drop and visitation decreases. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr20-14.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr20-11.htm Wed, 29 Jul 2020 12:10:00 EST Recent rains have moderated fire danger in the Gunnison and Montrose areas, therefore, effective Thursday, July 30 the National Park Service is lifting fire restrictions for Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area. Visitors are reminded that they must continue to practice fire safety: https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr20-11.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr20-10.htm Thu, 09 Jul 2020 11:11:00 EST Current and predicted weather, coupled with dry conditions, has necessitated the implementation of fire restrictions for many public lands throughout the state. Effective July 10, in alignment with both Gunnison and Montrose Counties, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area will be under Stage I Fire Restrictions. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr20-10.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr20-08.htm Tue, 09 Jun 2020 10:37:00 EST On June 2, at approximately 3 pm, a climbing ranger on the North Rim of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison received a report that a man had taken a 50-foot lead climbing fall on the Scenic Cruise climbing route in Cruise Gully. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr20-08.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr20-07.htm Fri, 29 May 2020 09:21:00 EST Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is opening campgrounds. Please continue to learn more: The following facilities will be opening in Phase II https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr20-07.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr20-05.htm Fri, 08 May 2020 08:15:00 EST Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state and local public health authorities, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area are increasing recreational access and services. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr20-05.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr20-6.htm Thu, 30 Apr 2020 10:36:00 EST National Park Service (NPS) staff at Curecanti National Recreation Area and Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park are working with state and local health officials, and with NPS offices regionally and nationally, to plan for a phased reopening of both areas. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr20-6.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr20-5.htm Fri, 03 Apr 2020 10:45:00 EST Black Canyon of the Gunnison and Curecanti, in response to guidance from Montrose and Gunnison Counties, are announcing additional modifications to operations to support federal, state, and local efforts to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr20-5.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/deanna-greco-selected-as-superintendent-blca-and-cure.htm Fri, 03 Apr 2020 07:24:00 EST National Park Service Regional Director Mike Reynolds announced the selection of Deanna Greco as superintendent of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area in Colorado. The position also supervises the Superintendent of Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/deanna-greco-selected-as-superintendent-blca-and-cure.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr20-03.htm Tue, 17 Mar 2020 11:42:00 EST Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area are announcing modifications to operations to implement the latest guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), and local and state authorities to promote social distancing. As of March 17, 2020, the South Rim Visitor Center at Black Canyon and Elk Creek Visitor Center at Curecanti are closed until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr20-03.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr20-2.htm Tue, 28 Jan 2020 11:22:00 EST Join National Park Service rangers and the Gunnison Nordic Club for a moonlight ski at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park on February 8. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr20-2.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr19-6.htm Fri, 31 May 2019 05:20:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 309,000 visitors to Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park in 2018 spent $19.3 million in communities near the park. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr19-6.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr-18-5.htm Tue, 23 Jan 2018 09:14:00 EST Following the enactment of the continuing resolution, staff at Black Canyon and Curecanti have resumed regular operations. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr-18-5.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr-18-4.htm Mon, 22 Jan 2018 05:43:00 EST During the shutdown of the federal government due to the lapse of appropriations, national parks will remain as accessible as possible while still following all applicable laws and procedures. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr-18-4.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr-18-03.htm Mon, 22 Jan 2018 05:35:00 EST On December 27, 2017, the National Park Service (NPS) and The Conservation Fund finalized a purchase to add 2,494 acres to Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr-18-03.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr17-18.htm Mon, 11 Sep 2017 11:00:00 EST On Monday, July 12, 2017, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park Superintendent Bruce Noble signed a Sister Park Agreement with Tara National Park in Serbia. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr17-18.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr-17-13.htm Tue, 11 Jul 2017 07:31:00 EST On Monday, July 10 two incidents reminded park staff and visitors of the need to exercise care and caution while exploring the national park. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr-17-13.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr17-11.htm Fri, 02 Jun 2017 05:50:00 EST Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, in partnership with the Black Canyon Astronomical Society, will be celebrating the starlit skies of Western Colorado with their 8th annual Astronomy Festival June 21-24, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr17-11.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr17-8.htm Thu, 20 Apr 2017 10:01:00 EST Tourism to Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area together create over $570 million in Economic Benefits Report shows visitor spending supports 762 jobs in local economy https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/pr17-8.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/nr17-7.htm Mon, 03 Apr 2017 12:18:00 EST As the weather warms and snow recedes, the National Park Service is beginning to open some of the facilities and services in Curecanti National Recreation Area and Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/nr17-7.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/nr17-6.htm Mon, 13 Mar 2017 09:49:00 EST Both Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area increased in visitation during the Centennial year of the National Park Service. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/nr17-6.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/nr17-04.htm Mon, 05 Dec 2016 09:14:00 EST The National Park Service will soon begin conducting pile burns near the Grizzly Gulch area on the North Rim of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. Pile burning is a type of maintenance burn whereby wildland fuels are cut through the year, piled, allowed to dry, and then burned during the winter when there is snow on the ground. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/nr17-04.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/nr17-03.htm Fri, 02 Dec 2016 05:52:00 EST Ranger-led snowshoe walks and cross-country ski clinics are slated for this winter, as are winter night sky programs! https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/nr17-03.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/ida_designation.htm Tue, 08 Sep 2015 05:21:00 EST The International Dark Sky Association and Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park are proud to announce the official selection of Black Canyon as an International Dark Sky Park. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/ida_designation.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/proposed_fee_increases.htm Tue, 23 Dec 2014 05:30:00 EST Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Curecanti National Recreation Area and other National Park Service units that collect entrance and recreation fees from park visitors are beginning public engagement to seek comments on possible changes in park/recreation fees. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/proposed_fee_increases.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-celebrates-50th-anniversary-of-wilderness.htm Wed, 27 Aug 2014 09:56:00 EST Walks, talks, and special programs are being held at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park on Sept. 3, 2014 to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/black-canyon-celebrates-50th-anniversary-of-wilderness.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/lost-hikers-found-in-good-condition.htm Wed, 06 Aug 2014 07:50:00 EST Three hikers lost in the Black Canyon of the Gunnison were found near the Gunnison River on the Warner Route. They were in good condition and walked out the next morning with park rangers. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/lost-hikers-found-in-good-condition.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/2013-economic-impact-report.htm Mon, 21 Jul 2014 11:18:00 EST The report on the economic impact of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area, as well as all National Park Service units, has been released. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/2013-economic-impact-report.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/unmanned-aircraft-prohibition.htm Fri, 27 Jun 2014 11:17:00 EST Press release announcing prohibition of unmanned aircraft in National Park Service units https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/unmanned-aircraft-prohibition.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/high-water-flows-expected-for-black-canyon.htm Fri, 16 May 2014 06:12:00 EST High water is expected through the Black Canyon late May through June. Fishing and wading will be difficult. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/high-water-flows-expected-for-black-canyon.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/national-fossil-day.htm Mon, 03 Oct 2011 07:39:00 EST Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park announces special Jr. Ranger activity booklet for National Fossil Day https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/national-fossil-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/blcacurrbasedsnowshoeprograms.htm Wed, 09 Mar 2011 19:00:00 EST Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park piloted a new curriculum-based education program involving snowshoeing and winter ecology. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/blcacurrbasedsnowshoeprograms.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/pavement-preservation.htm Tue, 31 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST On September 9, pavement preservation work will begin on the South Rim of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. In order to facilitate the safe and timely completion of the work, some disruption of traffic and parking patterns will occur. https://www.nps.gov/blca/pavement-preservation.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/cimarron-area-road-closure.htm Tue, 27 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST The Cimarron area road beyond the campground and ranger station will be closed Monday, May 3 through Saturday, May 8 to begin the restoration process on Engine 278 and its attached cars. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/cimarron-area-road-closure.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/backcountry_public_comment.htm Wed, 21 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST Park Superintendent Connie Rudd announced today that Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area are beginning a management plan for wilderness and backcountry for both parks. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/backcountry_public_comment.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/debris-pile-burn-press-release.htm Tue, 02 Mar 2010 19:00:00 EST Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is planning to burn a debris pile sometime this winter or early spring. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/debris-pile-burn-press-release.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/10th-anniversary-press-release.htm Sun, 04 Oct 2009 20:00:00 EST October 10, 2009 at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park there will be a celebration of the park designation and of the designation of Gunnison Gorge as a National Conservation Area by the Bureau of Land Management https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/10th-anniversary-press-release.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/north-rim-entrance-road-temporary-closure.htm Thu, 24 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST The entrance road to North Rim of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison will be closed on October 6, 7 for replacement of a cattle guard. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/north-rim-entrance-road-temporary-closure.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/last-fee-free-weekend-of-2009.htm Sun, 09 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST August 15,16 is the final of three fee free weekends this summer. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/last-fee-free-weekend-of-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/second-fee-free-weekend.htm Sun, 12 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST Second Fee Free Weekend of 2009 Season at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/second-fee-free-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/june-fee-free-weekend.htm Sun, 14 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park fee free weekend, June 20-21, 2009 https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/june-fee-free-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/redrock2009.htm Sun, 04 Jan 2009 19:00:00 EST Superintendent Connie Rudd of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is pleased to announce the 2009 lottery system for the assignment of wilderness permits into the Red Rock Canyon area of the park. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/redrock2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/oct_2008_rescue.htm Tue, 21 Oct 2008 20:00:00 EST An injured climber was successfully hauled approximately 1700 feet up North Chasm View Wall. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/oct_2008_rescue.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/chasmview2.htm Thu, 18 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST Body recovered near Chasm View https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/chasmview2.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/chasmviewsearch.htm Wed, 17 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST National Park Rangers received notification late this morning that missing local college student Mark Young Jr. might be at the Black Canyon of the Gunnison. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/chasmviewsearch.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/news-releases.htm Sat, 21 Jun 2008 20:00:00 EST Two visitors sustained injuries during two separate accidents while exploring the backcountry at Black Canyon. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/news-releases.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/ajrp2007.htm Tue, 04 Sep 2007 20:00:00 EST Colorado students participate in the 3rd annual Advanced Junior Ranger Summer Camp at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/ajrp2007.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/rangers-rescue-injured-climber.htm Thu, 19 Apr 2007 20:00:00 EST NPS climbing rangers respond to rescue a climber who had fallen more than 50 feet at Black Canyon. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/rangers-rescue-injured-climber.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/nps-hosts-listening-sessions.htm Mon, 12 Mar 2007 20:00:00 EST The NPS is hosting "Listening Sessions" to solicit ideas for projects commemorating the National Park Service's centennial in 2016. Black Canyon's session will be in Grand Junction. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/nps-hosts-listening-sessions.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/recovery-operations-completed-after-fatality.htm Sat, 10 Feb 2007 19:00:00 EST Recovery operations completed after fatality in Black Canyon. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/recovery-operations-completed-after-fatality.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/falling-fatality-at-black-canyon.htm Fri, 09 Feb 2007 19:00:00 EST Woman suffers fatal fall from Gunnison Point. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/falling-fatality-at-black-canyon.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/news-followup.htm Tue, 30 Jan 2007 19:00:00 EST Crash victim released from the hospital today. Vehicle will be removed next week. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/news-followup.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/vehicle-accident-in-blca.htm Mon, 29 Jan 2007 19:00:00 EST NPS Rangers rescued a driver from a vehicle in the Black Canyon, below Tomichi Point. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/vehicle-accident-in-blca.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/redrock_lottery.htm Tue, 16 Jan 2007 19:00:00 EST Superintendent Connie Rudd is pleased to announce a new lottery system for the assignment of wilderness permits into the Red Rock Canyon area of the park. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/redrock_lottery.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/entrancefee2007.htm Sun, 22 Oct 2006 20:00:00 EST Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park Announces fee increases effective January 1, 2007. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/entrancefee2007.htm https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/blcanews060922.htm Wed, 20 Sep 2006 20:00:00 EST Connie Rudd is named new Superintendent of Black Canyon and Curecanti. https://www.nps.gov/blca/learn/news/blcanews060922.htm