Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park

Open

Western Slope

Verified

Extreme drop-offs and high contrast lighting.

Production notes

Best time

South Rim more accessible, North Rim seasonal

Drone

Drones prohibited

Morning golden hour

7:38 AM – 8:12 AM

Light from the S · 6662°

Evening golden hour

5:35 PM – 6:10 PM

Light from the W · 14314°

Calculated for this location and date, shown in local time. Sun position only — it does not account for terrain or buildings casting shade.

Permit path: Conditional

Policies change. Confirm with the listed authority before you shoot.

Included

Access

Access model: Public, managed. Conditional.