Vernal
Travel Guide
Visit Vernal

Minecart Motor Lodge
"Clean room, breakfast was grab and go nice variety"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

Chipeta Lodge
"Friendly staff clean rooms"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Super 8 by Wyndham Montrose
"It was clean but needs updating."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

Cedar Creek Lodging & RV Park
"Very clean and accurate to description. Little mix up on check in as did not receive information that office was closed. Suggestions-give directions on how to use electronic door lock & specifically how to lock it, ensure toilet paper is stocked and a lamp in the bedroom would be helpful. Would stay ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

New Listing! Peaceful Riverfront Living | Deck with Views | Walk to Downtown

Painted Sky Hideaway
"This property is brand new and furnished with high end furnishings plus so many little extras such as a steamer, blow dryer, cotton balls, q-tips, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, Kuerig machine, coffee, snacks, and many more! The host was excellent. We hope to stay here again."
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Popular places to visit

South Rim Visitor Center
Start your visit here when you arrive at this imposing national park in southern Colorado, home to 2 million years of geologic wonder.

Gunnison Point
Mesmerizing lines of sparkling color grace the rock face of the mountains opposite this major viewing point just behind the visitor center.

Cedar Point Nature Trail
Overlooking the river and scenic Painted Wall, this trail is a wonderful spot to study the birds and diverse plants of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.

Pulpit Rock Overlook
This quick, easy hike to a rocky protrusion is a must for visitors to Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.

Warner Point Nature Trail
Appreciate the range of vegetation of the Black Canyon region on this short, easy trail perfect for hiking, walking and bird-watching.

Tomichi Point
Enjoy the vista from this South Rim viewpoint and consider tackling its namesake trail down into the inner chasm of Black Canyon.
Things to do

Black Canyon of The Gunnison Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

