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Pioneer Point Overlook
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Pioneer Point Overlook
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Pioneer Point offers stunning views of the upper Black Canyon and Morrow Point Reservoir. The overlooks are over 800 feet above the water level. The Curecanti Needle can be seen from here. This is also the trailhead for the Curecanti Creek Trail. Elevation: 8040 feet
East Portal
~23 min drive
<p>East Portal is within the boundary of <a href="https://www.nps.gov/cure/index.htm">Curecanti National Recreation Area</a>, but only accessible from the <a href="https://www.nps.gov/blca/planyourvisit/southrim.htm">South Rim</a> of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.…
Kneeling Camel Overlook
~28 min drive
The overlook is adjacent to the parking area and very little walking is required to see the canyon. Park here to hike the Deadhorse Trail. The trailhead is just east of the parking area.
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~28 min drive
3.4 mi · Hard
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~29 min drive
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Clear Lake
~28 min drive
1.6 mi · Easy
Island Peaks Overlook
~29 min drive
The short walk to the overlook is on an unpaved trail.
Jackson
~29 min drive
2.8 mi · Hard
South Dyer
~19 min drive
4.4 mi · Moderate
Tomichi Overlook
~28 min drive
Tomichi Overlook is the first overlook on the South Rim Drive. The <a href="https://www.nps.gov/blca/planyourvisit/hikingtrails.htm">Rim Rock Trail</a> passes under the overlook, connecting the South Rim Campground to the Visitor Center.<br /> <br /> This overlook is wheelchai…
Big Island Overlook
~30 min drive
This overlook is right next to the parking area and requires very little walking to see the canyon.
