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Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park › Colorado
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Campsite #A27 at South Rim Campground, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, CO
$20
Campsite #A27
| Drive-In | 8 people |
| 20 ft | Pull-Through |
| 2 | fair |
Campsite #A27 Features: Drive-In access, Pull-Through parking, 20-foot driveway, RV Site, Tent Site, Trailer Site, Pets Allowed
Campsite Reviews (15)
4.0 out of 5
| 5 star | | 47% |
| 4 star | | 47% |
| 3 star | | 0% |
| 2 star | | 7% |
| 1 star | | 0% |
@GailC1925799 · Camped on Jul 9, 2025 at Campsite #A27
We had reserved A27 and someone was set up there when we arrived. The camp host was great about moving us to C loop. The day after we arrived fire broke out in the park and we had to evacuate around noon. So sad for the park as it looked beautiful. Staff was excellent at notifying us that we had to pack up and leave immediately.
@ColtonMF5B2DCF · Camped on May 30, 2025 at Campsite #A27
Great time!
@EmilyR2265278 · Camped on Sep 13, 2023 at Campsite #A27
The campsite was awesome! I like that there were bushes and shrubs that made the campsite seem private as opposed to right next to other people camping. The Rim Trail leaving the campground to the visitor center was incredible!! I highly recommend this hike. Also, Warner's Point Trail was very cool.Montrose isn't too far away, so if you need to stock up on food or water before you go, it's a great place to go.The campsite does provide water but it is transported up and I am sure during busy seasons, it may run out. So take water with you anyways.
@BarbEB87EEE5D1 · Camped on Sep 10, 2023 at Campsite #A27
Beautiful spot. Very nice campground and camp host. The drive down to the bottom of the canyon was worth it. Easy to follow trail maps, as well.
@GraceB12112614 · Camped on Aug 31, 2023 at Campsite #A27
This park is a hidden gem in Colorado. Its not crowded and the vistas are stunning. The campground is a great place to spend the night. The sites are private and have drinking water. Definitely make this a stop.
@HarrisonMF87F6 · Camped on Aug 29, 2023 at Campsite #A27
Pretty darn nice.
@MollyG4780D0B7 · Camped on Jul 30, 2023 at Campsite #A27
Good tent site, saw mule deer quite often in the campground. Bathrooms could have been a little cleaner. Access to water is limited; no dish cleaning.
@CarySF2196D96F · Camped on Jun 21, 2023 at Campsite #A27
We had a wonderful time at the Black Canyon of the Gunnison NP. The campsite was clean, shaded and the road and parking area in front of our site were well maintained and safe. The area was quiet and the bathrooms (pit toilets) were kept well stocked and clean. This park is a true National Treasure and we hope to come back to it many times over the next few years. Highly recommend this and also want to mention before closing that the Ranger talks were among the best we've ever experienced!
@HannahF5669254 · Camped on May 28, 2023 at Campsite #A27
Loved the campground, terrific views, even the pit toilets smelled pretty good. Our only complaint was that both nights we camped there were other campsites that were playing loud music and talking way past quiet hours, which interfered with our ability to sleep as well as our ability to sit and listen to the sounds of nature and wildlife. We wished the rangers or camp hosts better enforced the quiet hours.
@DeborahH212620 · Camped on Sep 27, 2022 at Campsite #A27
#27 was a good site, felt fairly private The parking space is parallel to the site so you cannot back into it if you are sleeping in your vehicle. The tent spot was level, might be a little tight if you have a very large tent. Pit toilets were clean, not too far, not too close.
@RobertB6182770 · Camped on Sep 5, 2022 at Campsite #A27
I had fun.
@TrinityC5182CC · Camped on Aug 9, 2022 at Campsite #A27
Nice quiet campground. Lots of deer walking through!
@AndrewB2067797 · Camped on Jun 25, 2021 at Campsite #A27
Most of the sites are small, but OK for smaller RVs. Somewhat close together, but good screening with the oaks, for the most part. Very poor cell reception, people often made friends with the one or two sites with any service at all!
@AndrewB750 · Camped on Jun 25, 2021 at Campsite #A27
Most of the sites are small, but OK for smaller RVs. Somewhat close together, but good screening with the oaks, for the most part. Very poor cell reception, people often made friends with the one or two sites with any service at all!
@MichelleM70561 · Camped on Aug 28, 2019 at Campsite #A27
Not all campsites are the same. Some have a pull in space, some you can barely fit one vehicle. Restrooms were clean. The canyons are stunning. Not much to do for a multiple day trip. The worst part about our experience was the volunteer ranger. He was very rude and combative.
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