• Dragon Point - Curious about the origin of this spot’s intimidating name? Some believe the pegmatite on this section of the Painted Wall resembles a dragon!

Note: This 13-mile tour highlights the key attractions of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park in 3-4 hours.

Purchase once, enjoy for a year! Perfect for extended stays and return visits over the next 12 months.

• Entrance Station - The park’s Entrance Station is just ahead. After passing through, continue driving straight along Rim Drive.

• Tomichi Point - After parking, walk to the overlook and take in the view. Listen to the stories in the Learn More section to discover more about the view and its history.

• Pulpit Rock Overlook - Enter the parking area ahead and follow the trail to the overlook. This easy trail takes only two minutes and offers a fantastic view of the Gunnison River.

• Warner Point Nature Trail - At over 8,000 feet, it’s the highest point on the park’s south rim. Get those cameras ready!

• Gunnison River - The story of this canyon’s formation continues beyond the Laramide Orogeny. The next chapter involves fire and water. First, the fire:

About 30 million years ago, massive volcanoes erupted on either side of the fractured earth. The same tectonic pressure that cracked the surface caused this volcanic chaos. The ash and lava covered this region and filled the crack.

• Cross Fissures View - This half-mile loop is directly across from the notorious Narrows that marked the end for Kolb and Pelton and many others. Be sure to take the easy 15-minute walk to the edge if you want to see where they met their fate.

• South Rim Visitor Center - Our next story is actually behind the Visitor Center. When ready, exit the car and walk through the building.

• Gunnison River Expeditions/ North Rim Hunt Club - Gunnison and his troops arrived here to secure a railroad route in the 1850s. Everything was going smoothly—until Gunnison reached the canyon we’ll soon see.

• Devils Lookout - This easy, half-mile trail ends at an overlook directly above the roaring whitewater of the Gunnison.

• Chasm View Trail - Here, two vistas are accessible. The first is right next to the turnout: Chasm View. The trail to Chasm View is only a few hundred feet, but it’s steep! It’s highly recommended to try it. It’s also a great spot for watching rock climbers on the north wall of the canyon.

• Painted Wall - Igneous intrusions occur when hot magma is injected into rock but doesn’t have enough pressure to erupt. Instead, it gets trapped in the crevices and solidifies. These intrusions formed over a billion years ago.

• Cedar Point - The trail to this overlook is easy, just under half a mile, and takes about 15 minutes to complete. Along the way, you’ll see plenty of Gambel oaks, which thrive on the canyon rim. It’s also a great place to spot wildflowers in the spring! If visiting, keep an eye out for those lignotubers mentioned earlier.

• Sunset View - Sunset View is just ahead. Turn into the parking lot on the right and follow the very short path to the overlook. This is a must-see, even if it’s not sunset time yet!

• Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
• Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
• Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
• Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
• Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
• Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
• Learn more: dive deeper into any story you enjoyed with extra stories.
• Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!

• Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations

Experience the breathtaking depths of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison in Colorado with this self-guided driving tour. This journey offers spectacular views along the canyon’s south rim, from Gunnison Point to Chasm View and the magnificent Painted Wall. Along the route, learn about the canyon’s formation and hear captivating stories of those who have attempted to conquer its challenging waters over the years.

Purchase one tour per vehicle, not per individual.

After booking, check your email to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. These steps require a reliable internet/Wi-Fi connection. From there, follow the audio instructions and the route.

Buy once, and enjoy for a full year! Perfect for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.

• How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and text with instructions: • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password • Download the tour MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular Works offline after download
• How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
• Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
• Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
• Savings tips: Driving tours: purchase just one tour for everyone in the car
• Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.