Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground
Official NPS North Rim Website The North Rim campground is remote and has 13 sites dispersed among pinyon and juniper trees. Sites available on a first-come, first-served basis. Elevation: 7767 ft (2367.4 m). The ranger station is open intermittently in the summer and closed in the winter. In the summer, maps and newspapers are available on the ranger station porch. The ranger station also has a self-pay station for the park entrance fee and a self-registration kiosk for wilderness permits.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 13 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
13 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 002 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 003 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 004 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 005 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 006 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 007 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 008 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 009 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 010 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 01:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 22 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | All campsites at North Rim are first-come, first-served. This campground uses Scan & Pay to accept on-site payment through the Recreation.gov mobile app. Download the app ahead of your visit to arrive ready! |
| Dark sky | Inside Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park, a certified International Dark Sky Park |
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
The North Rim is 11 miles southwest of Crawford, Colorado. From CO Highway 92, turn west on Black Canyon Road approximately 3 miles south of Crawford. Follow the road signs to the park. The last 7 miles of the park access road and the entire North Rim Drive road are unpaved gravel.
| Coordinates | 38.5852° N, 107.7094° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedTransfer Rd Rx
26 mi from the campground · 139 acres
- PrescribedHigh Mesa Piles Rx
27 mi from the campground · 324 acres
- WildfireGold Mountain
37 mi from the campground · 39,747 acres · 92% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Sportsman's Warehouse ↗ | 12.9 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 30.3 mi |
| RV sales & service | Timberleaf Camping Trailers ↗ | 57.9 mi |
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North Rim Campground - Black Canyon National Park
Worth a stop
- 0.3 miNorth Rim Ranger Station ↗Visitor center
- 2.4 miSouth Rim Visitor Center ↗Visitor center
- 8.9 mi
- 9.2 miFlat Top Ohv Staging Area ↗OHV / range
- 9.2 miBobcat Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 9.5 miEagle Valley Trailhead ↗Trailhead
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- 9.9 miPeach Valley Ohv Staging Area ↗OHV / range
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Black Canyon of the Gunnison Wilderness, which overlaps Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests.
- inBlack Canyon of the Gunnison Wilderness ↗Wilderness · National Park Service · 15,599 acres
- inGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,153,199 acres
- 3.9 miGunnison Gorge National Conservation Area ↗National Conservation Area · Bureau of Land Management · 65,053 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground?
All campsites at North Rim are first-come, first-served. This campground uses Scan & Pay to accept on-site payment through the Recreation.gov mobile app. Download the app ahead of your visit to arrive ready!
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground?
Check-in 01:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground have?
14 sites, including 13 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground?
The longest site here provides 22 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 3 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Is Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground good for stargazing?
Yes. Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground sits inside Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park, a certified International Dark Sky Park.
Source: DarkSky International
What if Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Black Canyon Of The Gunnison South Rim Campground (2.7 mi), East Portal Campground (5.2 mi), and Cimarron Campground (12.9 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby
Which national park is Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground in?
Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim Campground is a Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park campground. Entrance fees, alerts, and hours are on Park Atlas.