Chasm View, Western Slope Travel Guide

Getting There

• Walking

  Begin your journey at the Montrose Visitor Center located at 107 S Cascade Ave. Head west on S Cascade Ave toward E Main St. Continue on E Main St for about half a mile until you reach the intersection with N 1st St. Here, you will need to turn right onto N 1st St and walk north for approximately 0.3 miles. Next, take a left onto E Oak Grove Rd and follow the road as it curves. After about 1 mile, you will arrive at the entrance of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. From the park entrance, continue walking along the designated walking paths to Chasm View, which is approximately 1.5 miles from the entrance. Look for signs directing you to Chasm View along the way.

• Bicycle

  Start at the Montrose Visitor Center at 107 S Cascade Ave. Rent a bicycle from a nearby rental shop. From the Visitor Center, head west on S Cascade Ave, then turn right onto E Main St. Follow E Main St for about half a mile until you reach the intersection with N 1st St. Turn right onto N 1st St and continue north for about 0.3 miles. Turn left onto E Oak Grove Rd and cycle along the road as it curves for about 1 mile. Upon reaching the entrance of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, continue cycling along the park roads until you reach Chasm View, which is approximately 1.5 miles from the entrance.

• Public Transportation

  From downtown Montrose, make your way to the nearest bus stop. Board the Montrose Public Transit that services routes to the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. Ensure to check the schedule for the specific times to the park. Once you arrive at the park entrance, proceed on foot along the designated walking paths leading to Chasm View, which is approximately 1.5 miles from the entrance. There may be limited service, so plan your visit accordingly.