Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
Photograph by Terry Foote, via Wikimedia Commons
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Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park

Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is known for steepest cliffs, oldest rock, and craggiest spires in North America. The park has two entrances: the south rim located east of Montrose, while the north rim located south of Crawford. The main attraction of the park is the scenic drive along US Highway 50 and Colorado Highway 92. The Gunnison River within Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is well known for fishing.