Painted Wall

Photo by Aimee B
Photo by Aimee B

Reviews of Painted Wall

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Awesome place to visit. Best when sun is still up, and not late afternoon

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The North Rim Scenic Drive (which is not close to Montrose, but we did it anyway) was quiet, with fewer visitors and great trails. We did this in the afternoon in October, but I would suggest doing it in the morning to see the morning light on the canyon walls. The North Rim is NOT for children. The South Rim Scenic Drive was also great, more people, more places to stop, and you can see the bottom of the canyon. Painted Wall can really only be seen from Southern Rim. I would do the South Rim in the afternoon rather than the morning for better light/photo opportunities.

Popular places to visit

Warner Point Nature Trail

Warner Point Nature Trail

5/5(3 reviews)

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

Warner Point Nature Trail
Cedar Point Nature Trail

Cedar Point Nature Trail

5/5(8 reviews)

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.

Cedar Point Nature Trail
Chasm View Nature Trail

Chasm View Nature Trail

These observation decks provide unforgettable views of rugged cliffs across the peak of one of the valley’s narrowest and deepest canyons.

Chasm View Nature Trail
Montrose which includes a gorge or canyon and a river or creek

Pulpit Rock Overlook

5/5(1 review)

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

Pulpit Rock Overlook
South Rim Visitor Center

South Rim Visitor Center

4.5/5(65 reviews)

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

South Rim Visitor Center
Gunnison Point

Gunnison Point

5/5(1 review)

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

Gunnison Point

Best Lodging Options Near Painted Wall

Stay Wise Inns Montrose
Stay Wise Inns Montrose
2 out of 5
2100 E Main Street, Montrose, CO
Stay Wise Inns Montrose
Minecart Motor Lodge
Minecart Motor Lodge
2.5 out of 5
1225 E Main St, Montrose, CO
Minecart Motor Lodge
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Montrose
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Montrose
2.5 out of 5
25 TRIBUTARY STREET, Montrose, CO
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Montrose
The Rathbone Hotel
The Rathbone Hotel
3.5 out of 5
33 S Cascade Ave, Montrose, CO
The Rathbone Hotel
Red Arrow Inn & Suites, a Travelodge by Wyndham
Red Arrow Inn & Suites, a Travelodge by Wyndham
2.5 out of 5
1702 E Main St, Montrose, CO
Red Arrow Inn & Suites, a Travelodge by Wyndham
Black Canyon Motel
Black Canyon Motel
2 out of 5
1605 E Main St, Montrose, CO
Black Canyon Motel
Mini Ranch: hiking, Black Canyon, views, fishing, privacy
Mini Ranch: hiking, Black Canyon, views, fishing, privacy
Montrose
Mini Ranch: hiking, Black Canyon, views, fishing, privacy
The Sheep Camp @ Wrich Ranches
The Sheep Camp @ Wrich Ranches
2 out of 5
Crawford
The Sheep Camp @ Wrich Ranches
Modern 3BR Home - Steps from Adventure - Fast WIFI
Modern 3BR Home - Steps from Adventure - Fast WIFI
Montrose
Modern 3BR Home - Steps from Adventure - Fast WIFI
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