Overview

Hype:

The Painted Wall Overlook in Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is a short, 200-yard stroll from the parking area. At 2,250 feet tall, the Painted Wall is the tallest cliff in Colorado. Signs at the lookout explain the white pegmatite intrusions and several of the bird species in the park.

Trail Condition: Class 1 (Trail is either paved or gravel. Navigation skills are not needed because there is only one trail or because there are signs. Elevation gains are gradual or there are stairs.)

Time: 10 minutes

Length: 0.3 miles round trip

Fees: Entrance fee

Recommended Ages:

0-3
4-11
12-19
20-49
50-69
70+

Recommended Months to Visit:

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Features:
  • Hiking Trails
  • Viewpoint, Overlooks, Vistas
  • No Drinking Water
  • Mountains
  • Rivers and Streams
  • Marked Trails
  • No Restrooms
  • Road Access is Paved
  • Access Road is 2WD Accessible
  • Wildflowers and Vegitation
  • Wildlife and Birding

Getting There

Navigate to 38.580647, -107.716400.

Maps

Closest City or Region: Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Colorado

Coordinates: 38.580647, -107.716400

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April 21, 2012 Trip Report

By Jeremy Dye

Trip Members

Jeremy Dye, Tara Dye,

Story

This was probably our favorite overlook in Black Canyon. We hit is just as the sun was setting, and it was amazing.

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