South Rim Road
Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Montrose County, CO
Out-and-back trail in Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Montrose County, CO. Cross-country skiing.
- Distance
- 11.7 mi (18.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,109 ft (338 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr 10 min
- High point
- 8,294 ft (2,528 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Picnic area 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Chasm View 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from start
- Trailhead: Painted Wall View Trailhead 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from start
- Trailhead: Dragon Point Trailhead 8.8 mi (14.1 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Sunset View 10 mi (16.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint: High Point 11.7 mi (18.9 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about South Rim Road
How long is South Rim Road?
South Rim Road is 11.7 mi (18.9 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr 10 min. It climbs 1,109 ft (338 m) in total, up to a high point of 8,294 ft (2,528 m).
How hard is South Rim Road?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for South Rim Road?
Parking at the start. Closest lot to the start: RV & Bus Parking. 11 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on South Rim Road?
Water at the trailhead only: carry enough. Toilets: Trailhead, 3.5 mi (5.7 km), 10.1 mi (16.3 km).
Is South Rim Road shaded?
No shade: full sun.
Can you bring a dog on South Rim Road?
No, dogs are not allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on South Rim Road?
Best for Cross-country skiing. Surface: paved.
Where can you eat near South Rim Road?
1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for South Rim Road?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near South Rim Road
- Rim Rock Trail Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park · Easy · 1.7 mi (2.7 km)
- Oak Flat Trail Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.8 km)
- Uplands Trail Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park · Easy · 1.7 mi (2.8 km)
- Gunnison Route Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park · Moderate · 1 mi (1.7 km)
- Deadhorse Trail Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park · Moderate · 5.2 mi (8.4 km)
- Dead Horse Loop Trail Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park · Moderate · 2.9 mi (4.6 km)
- Rock Point Trail Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
- Devils Lookout Trail Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
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