Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park hiking guide
North Vista Trail
A 6.7-mile out-and-back with 1,050 ft of climbing in North Rim, rated moderate.
Key facts
- Length
- 6.7 mi (10.7 km)
- Elevation gain
- 1,050 ft (319 m)
- Route type
- Out and back
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Area
- North Rim
- Highest point
- 8,564 ft
- Lowest point
- 7,615 ft
About North Vista Trail
The trail runs along the canyon rim through sagebrush and oak scrub, then into pinyon and juniper woodland. Overlooks look down on Pinyon Draw and the inner canyon, and birding is a highlight. Exclamation Point is one turnaround point, and continuing on to Green Mountain rewards hikers with panoramic views of the San Juan Mountains, the West Elks, and Grand Mesa. Pets are not allowed on this trail.
Route map
This route was checked by Parka editors.
