Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park

Black Canyon near Painted Wall
Big enough to be overwhelming, yet still intimate enough to feel the pulse of time. Come see some of the steepest cliffs, oldest rock, and craggiest spires in North America. Forces of nature and the Gunnison River sculpted this canyon over two million years. The result is a vertical wilderness of rock, water, and sky.
Map showing location of park.
Stage 1 Fire Restrictions
Black Canyon and Curecanti will move to Stage 1 fire restrictions at 12:01 AM on Thursday, June 18, 2026. The restrictions are in alignment with multiple state and federal partners in order to reduce the risk of fire in the region.
Black Canyon near Tomichi Point
Photo by NPS Photo/Lynch
Black Canyon near Painted Wall
Photo by NPS Photo/Lynch