About South Rim Campground
South Rim Campground is a campground in Montrose, Colorado. The address on file is South Rim, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Montrose, Colorado 81401. It has 88 campsites. It is listed as open all year. Its listed price tier is $ on a scale of $ to $$$. We do not have current nightly rates. The phone number on file is (970) 641-2337. The official website is nps.gov.
Nearby trails and campgrounds
The closest trails in our directory are Last Dollar Road (easy, 37 miles), Engineer Pass (moderate, 40 miles) and Imogene Pass (moderate, 42 miles), measured in a straight line. Other campgrounds nearby: East Portal Campground (2.5 miles), North Rim Campground (3.1 miles) and Elk Creek Campground (28 miles). Straight-line distances are measured from the coordinates on file, so check a map for the drive.
- Last Dollar Road (37 miles, straight-line)
- Engineer Pass (40 miles, straight-line)
- Imogene Pass (42 miles, straight-line)
- East Portal Campground (2.5 miles, straight-line)
- North Rim Campground (3.1 miles, straight-line)
- Elk Creek Campground (28 miles, straight-line)
Frequently asked questions
Where is South Rim Campground?
South Rim Campground is a campground in Montrose, Colorado. The address on file is South Rim, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Montrose, Colorado 81401.
How many campsites does South Rim Campground have?
South Rim Campground has 88 campsites in our listing.
Is South Rim Campground open all year?
Yes. South Rim Campground is listed as open all year.
What is the phone number for South Rim Campground?
The phone number on file is (970) 641-2337.
What off-road trails are near South Rim Campground?
The closest trails in our directory are Last Dollar Road (easy, 37 miles), Engineer Pass (moderate, 40 miles) and Imogene Pass (moderate, 42 miles). Distances are straight-line, so the drive is longer.
About This Campground
The South Rim Campground is located one mile (1.6 km) from the South Rim Visitor Center. All campsites are by reservation only. Reserve sites online at Recreation.gov. Sites are fairly close together and partially shaded by Gambel oak and serviceberry bushes. Only Loop B offers 20 and 30 amp electric hookups. During the warm season, drinking water is available, but there are no showers or dish cleaning stations, and no water for RV tanks. Elevation: 8400 ft (2560 m).
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South Rim, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
Montrose, Colorado 81401
GPS Coordinates: 38.54381, -107.68942
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- NPS campgrounds often open reservations 6 months in advance
- Open year-round, winter sites may have limited amenities
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