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Black Canyon of the Gunnison — Colorado, USA

Black Canyon of the Gunnison

Big-wall trad in a 2,000-ft granite canyon — remote and serious.

Where on earth

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Region
Colorado, USA
Country
Worldwide
Biome
Canyon (2,000 m)
Best season
May – October
Difficulty
moderate
Known for
  • Backpacking
  • Hiking
  • Climbing
  • Desert Hiking
  • Canyoneering

Key takeaways

  • Biome: Canyon (2,000 m)
  • Best season: May – October
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary

Big-wall trad in a 2,000-ft granite canyon — remote and serious.

Key takeaways

  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Best season: May – October

Intended uses

backpacking

Climate suitability

Canyon (2,000 m)

Verification notes

Last verified January 1, 1970.

Region
Worldwide
Biome
Canyon (2,000 m)
Difficulty
moderate
backpacking

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Last verified: 1970-01-01