Pioneer Point Overlook

East Portal

~23 min drive

<p>East Portal is within the boundary of <a href="https://www.nps.gov/cure/index.htm">Curecanti National Recreation Area</a>, but only accessible from the <a href="https://www.nps.gov/blca/planyourvisit/southrim.htm">South Rim</a> of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.…

Kneeling Camel Overlook

~28 min drive

The overlook is adjacent to the parking area and very little walking is required to see the canyon. Park here to hike the Deadhorse Trail. The trailhead is just east of the parking area.

Salt House

~28 min drive

3.4 mi · Hard

Big Park

~29 min drive

5.2 mi · Moderate

Tomichi Overlook

~28 min drive

Tomichi Overlook is the first overlook on the South Rim Drive. The <a href="https://www.nps.gov/blca/planyourvisit/hikingtrails.htm">Rim Rock Trail</a> passes under the overlook, connecting the South Rim Campground to the Visitor Center.<br /> <br /> This overlook is wheelchai…

Island Peaks Overlook

~29 min drive

The short walk to the overlook is on an unpaved trail.

Jackson

~29 min drive

2.8 mi · Hard

South Dyer

~19 min drive

4.4 mi · Moderate

Gunnison Point Overlook

~28 min drive

The South Rim Visitor Center is at Gunnison Point. A short walk will take you to the overlooks. From here the <a href="https://www.nps.gov/blca/planyourvisit/hikingtrails.htm">Rim Rock Trail</a> heads to the South Rim Campground, and the <a href="https://www.nps.gov/blca/plany…

Big Island Overlook

~30 min drive

This overlook is right next to the parking area and requires very little walking to see the canyon.