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4.76 out of 5 Rider Rating 4.76
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The Black Canyon Run

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By Guest (0 McR Points) on Apr 30, 2006

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GJRonK
2629 McR Points
September 22, 2014
It's the variety here that makes this route so…
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December 13, 2008
great ride. I took a LT through the gravel for…
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Written Directions

Start your route in the town of Sapinero, CO (which is about about 30 miles west of Gunnison, CO). From Sapinero just head west on Highway 92 as it travels into the Curecanti National Recreaction Area and take it all the way up towards Crawford, CO..

Scenery

The scenery ranges from scrub desert to alpine aspen groves, with spectacular views of the incredible Black Canyon down below. It begins at the Blue Mesa Reservoir and rides along a shelf of mesas and mountains sides diving in and out of canyons for miles and miles. Make sure you bring your camera for this one!

Drive Enjoyment

This road is fantastically twisty, 32 miles of turns up and down mountainsides it is quite simply the best road in Colorado for riding a motorcycle.

Tourism Opportunities

Gas/Food/Lodging can be found in Gunnison or Crawford, at both ends of the Canyon there are scenic overlooks and pull offs, traffic is generally light, most traffic is there to see the deep section of the Black Canyon and its sheer 1000 foot rock cliffs. You really should venture off the main road near Crawford for ten minutes on dirt roads, or pay to see the South rim off hwy 50. Either way, Hwy 92 is mighty spectacular all on its own.

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Guest
September 17, 2009
0 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Touring
IF YOU CONINUE WEST OFRT 50 INSTEAD OF TAKING 92 THERE IS A RODE OFF TO YOUR RIGHT THAT TAKES YOU RIGHT TO THE CANYON, AND IT IS PAVED ALL THE WAY. THER IS ALSO A RODE THAT TAKES YOU DOWN TO THE BOTTOM OF THE CANYON. IT IS A 5 MILE PAVED ROAD WITH A 16% GRADE ALL THE WAY. GREAT RIDE. RODE THIS IN MID AUG 09
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rtcoker
February 14, 2019
197 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Sport - Touring
I agree. This road is very LIGHTLY traveled, every time I have been on it. Some fantastic views of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison can be found along the first 20 miles. The pavement is pretty good, although last year they were patching some potholes and not doing a great job. No amenities between Gunnison and Crawford, so full tank and pack a lunch/water. Nice an secluded and I have never seen it patrolled.
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BillFromBoulder
August 26, 2017
15 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Sport - Touring
Good pavement, low traffic, and lots of curves. Scenery is pretty good, although I was there for the fun curves. If there are negatives, you can't see through many curves so a little caution is advised. This road is why I ride a motorcycle.
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