Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park

11/13/20 All in all a very pleasant stop in the National park. The views are so unusual that I had to remind myself on several occasions that this is real. This being winter season, the best auto road - the East Portal road - is closed, so I did the driving route near the south visitor's center and two short hikes on the designated hiking trails - Cedar Point and Warner Point. All of the overlook paths were well prepared, with steps and handrails in some places. There is not a lot of change in elevation in the overlook paths or the two trails I walked, so it is not hard work. Some of the overlook paths DO come close to sheer drops, so don't bring your pets off leash or leave frisky children unattended. Folks who don't like high places could get very uncomfortable around here. I spent about two hours in the Park, had fun the whole time, and left feeling I had seen enough for one day. Will come back in the summer and try the East Portal road and perhaps the ambitious 'scramble' down to the river. The hike is less than a mile, but includes 1800' change in elevation. I took a few photos, but they really don't do justice to the views here. The eye itself has trouble interpreting the view.

Hidden gem! Cannot wait to go back to kayak here!!