Black Canyon near Tomichi Point

National Park · CO

Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park

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.

Entrance fees

  • Entrance - Private Vehicle

    7-Day Vehicle Pass. Entrance fees cover all persons in a single, private, non-commercial vehicle.

    $30.00

  • Entrance - Motorcycle

    Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers.

    $25.00

  • Entrance - Per Person

    7-Day Individual Pass (pedestrian or bicycle)

    $15.00

  • Commercial Entrance - Sedan

    Commercial tour fee for vehicle/bus with seating capacity of 1-6 persons. Fee is $25.00 per vehicle plus $7.00 per passenger.

    $25.00

  • Commercial Entrance - Van

    Commercial tour fee for vehicle/bus with seating capacity of 7-25. Fee is $40.00 per vehicle.

    $40.00

  • Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus

    Commercial tour fee for vehicle/bus with seating capacity of 7-25. Fee is $40.00 per vehicle.

    $40.00

  • Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach

    Commercial tour fee for vehicle/bus with seating capacity of 26 or more. Fee is $100.00 per vehicle.

    $100.00

  • Entrance - Non-commercial Groups

    Non-commercial vehicles with a vehicle capacity of 15 or fewer: $30.00 per vehicle, regardless of the number of passengers.

    $30.00

  • Entrance - Non-commercial Groups

    Non-commercial vehicles with a vehicle capacity of 16 or greater: $15.00 per passenger (including driver). Fees will not exceed the commercial fee for the same-sized vehicle. Youth 15 and under are free. Individuals or families with any valid Annual or Lifetime pass may use their pass for entry at the per-person rate. Pass and photo ID must be presented upon entry.

    $15.00

Operating hours

South Rim

The South Rim is open 24 hours a day.

North Rim

The park is open 24 hours a day, but the North Rim Road and ranger station are closed in winter and early spring. The road typically closes mid-November and reopens early May.

Campgrounds