Tag: Black Canyon Of The Gunnison
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Man found dead 800 feet below national park overlook identified as 40-year-old from Denver
A man who was found dead at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park on March 24 has been identified by the Montrose County Coroner’s Office as 40-year-old Paul J. Shallcross of Denver. The cause and manner of Shallcross’ death remains under investigation at this time. Shallcross was located roughly 800 feet below the Gunnison…
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Man found dead in Colorado’s Black Canyon of the Gunnison
A deceased male was found at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park on the morning of March 24, according to the Montrose County Sheriff’s Office. Upon arriving at the scene around 8:40 a.m., deputies talked with possible witnesses and determined that a deceased male was located in the canyon. The man’s body was below…
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Mark your calendar for free days at Colorado’s national parks
It’s the busy season for Colorado’s national parks and monuments — summer, when more than ever drivers pay entrance fees up to $35. That won’t be required on select dates in the weeks and months ahead. June 19 is the National Park Service’s next “fee-free day.” That will be in honor of Juneteenth, the federal holiday…
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Park Madness: We rank Colorado’s top outdoor destinations in this tournament- inspired bracket
As college basketball players vie for one shining moment, we imagine an impossible challenge between some of Colorado’s natural treasures. Colorado parks with towering peaks, hidden gems and amazing views go head-to-head in this March Madness-inspired bracket. We’ve split our field of 64 parks into four regions: South, West, North and Central. Which one came…
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New fees coming for national park in western Colorado
New fees are coming to a national park in western Colorado. Following proposals presented in the summer, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and adjacent Curecanti National Recreation Area will move ahead on new permits for wilderness access and increased charges at group campsites. South Rim wilderness routes — called Tomichi, Gunnison and Warner…
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Water’s scenic, surprising role at Colorado’s national parks
Across Colorado’s four national parks, water is both celebrated and overlooked. Water is not necessarily at the forefront of the parks’ popular postcards. The parks find themselves in a semi-desert state, after all. But if you venture far enough in some cases, if you visit at the right time and look closely in other cases,…
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Free national parks day coming up in Colorado
There are two more chances this year to visit America’s national parks for free, and one of them is coming up. In celebrating National Public Lands Day, the National Park Service will waive fees at all of its properties Sept. 23. That includes Colorado’s four national parks: Rocky Mountain National Park, Great Sand Dunes, Black…
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Colorado’s greatest rock wonderlands
It’s true what they say about a rock: Just because it’s one of a kind doesn’t mean it’s valuable. Not true for some formations in Colorado. Here’s a look at some of the state’s finest: Black Canyon of the Gunnison The national park brochure details the Song of the Gunnison: the water and wind rushing…
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Rock climbing in Colorado: 6 famed areas
Rock climbing has become a talent honed inside a gym. But it’s the outdoor walls for which Colorado is known. Near Cañon City, Shelf Road is but one of the state’s premier areas. Here’s a look at others: Black Canyon of the Gunnison “The Black” is an ominous, fitting title for a guidebook to this…
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Free day coming up at national parks in Colorado
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save A visit to one of America’s highest-regarded natural treasures is one way to celebrate Earth Day. Even better: You can do it while saving money. Earth Day is April 22, which happens to coincide with the start of National Park Week. It’s one of the…