Green and blueish canyon cliffs with mountains in the background

Hike North Vista Trail - North Rim

Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park

Constructed by the Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado, the North Vista Trail offers some of the best scenic views and birding in the park. Difficulty varies from moderate to strenuous based on distance.

Constructed by the Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado, the North Vista Trail offers some of the best scenic views and birding in the park. After passing through an area of sage and oak brush, the trail meanders in a pinyon/juniper forest along the canyon rim. Several overlooks offer views of Pinyon Draw and the inner canyon. Hikers continuing to Green Mountain will be rewarded by panoramic vistas, including the San Juan Mountains, the West Elks, Grand Mesa, the Uncompahgre Plateau, and an aerial perspective of the Black Canyon. Pets are not allowed. Trail to Exclamation Point: Distance (one-way): 1.6 mi (2.6 km) Difficulty: Moderately strenuous Trail to Green Mountain: Distance (one-way): 3.6 mi (5.8 km) Difficulty: Strenuous

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Fees Apply

No

Seasons

Spring, Summer, Fall

Accessibility

This trail is unpaved, narrow, steep, and not wheelchair accessible.

Pets

No — Pets are not allowed on this trail.

Reservations

No

Location

North Rim Ranger Station

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