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Plan a Trip to Black Canyon of the Gunnison

By , About.com GuideFebruary 14, 2012

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Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Colorado
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Want to see one of the most dramatic canyon in the country? Imagine looking out at sheer walls of gray stone standing more than 2,600 feet above the a river, actually created by water alone for over 2 million years. If this sounds awesome, which it is, plan a trip to Colorado's Black Canyon of the Gunnison. The park protects some of the deepest and most spectacular miles of gorge and offers amazing opportunities to spend time outdoors. It's simply an unbelievable place to visit and a true testament of the wild.

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