Blacker campground
Blacker
Nearby points of interest include the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, which features steep cliffs and a rugged landscape, as well as the Curecanti National Recreation Area, which offers opportunities for boating, fishing, and hiking.
The campsite itself offers basic amenities, such as fire rings and vault toilets, and is suitable for tent camping and small RVs. Visitors should note that there is no potable water available at the site, and that they will need to bring their own supplies.
Interesting facts about the area include the fact that the Upper Gunnison watershed is home to a diverse array of wildlife, including elk, deer, and black bears. Additionally, the area is rich in mining history, and visitors can explore historic mining towns and ghost towns in the surrounding area.
The best time of year to visit the Blacker Campsite is between June and September, when temperatures range from the mid-50s to the mid-70s. Visitors should be prepared for both hot days and chilly nights, as temperatures can vary widely in the mountains.
Sources:
- https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/gmug/recarea/?recid=34012
- https://www.visitgunnison.com/location/blacker-campground
- https://www.uncovercolorado.com/camping/blacker-campground/
What's on-site at Blacker
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Blacker, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enchanted Forest | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Entrada Bench (Across From Enhanted Camp) | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Cottonwood Grove Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| T Dyke | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Boulder Garden | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Blacker -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| North Fk Gunnison River Above Mouth Nr Lazear | 413 cfs | → |
| N.F. Gunnison R Blw Leroux Cr | 457 cfs | → |
| Smith Fork Near Lazear | 2 cfs | → |
| Surface Creek At Cedaredge | 37 cfs | → |
| Gunnison River At Delta | 797 cfs | → |
| Uncompahgre River At Delta | 133 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Blacker -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hotchkiss 4.7 W | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Hotchkiss 5wnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Cedaredge 1e | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Cedaredge 1.3 E | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Cedaredge 3e | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Black Canyon Of The Gunnison | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Sweitzer Lake State Park
- Confluence Park
- Olathe Community Park
- Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area
- Centennial Plaza
- Wilderness Black Canyon Of The Gunnison
Boat launches
- Delta County
- South River Road Delta County
- Gunnison Forks
- Orchard Boat Launch
- Shea Road Delta County
- Chukar Boat Ramp
Fishing spots
- Fruitgrowers Reservoir
- Sweitzer Lake
- Confluence Lake
- Crawford Reservoir
- Gunnison River
- Gould Reservoir
Points of interest
- Eagle Rock Shelter Archaeological Site
- Astronomy Program
- South Rim Visitor Center
- Cedaredge Observation Site
- Wells Gulch
- Cimarron Visitor Center
Paddle runs
- Gunnison River Segment 2
- The Painted Wall To The Black Canyon Gunnison National Monument-Gunnison Gorge Wilderness Boundary
- Gunnison Gorge
- The Southern Boundary Of The Black Canyon Gunnison National Monument To The Painted Wall
- West Fork Terror Creek
- Roubideau Creek Segment 2
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Blacker as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Blacker
Can I make reservations at Blacker?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Blacker?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Blacker.