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How to enjoy the park More information about the park and scheduled events can be found at www.nps.gov/blca or by calling the South Rim Visitor Center at (970) 249-1914, ext. 423.
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The Black Canyon Climbing Management Plan is available at www.nps.gov/blca/planyourvisit/rockclimbing, along with additional information on route closures and climbing safety. Morrow Point Boat Tours run at 10 a.m. and again at 12:30 p.m., every day except Tuesday. Tours are available beginning early June through Labor Day, depending on runoff. Call (970) 641-2337, ext. 205, to make reservations, as no walk-ons are permitted.
rescues. Because we require a permit, staff has the opportunity to talk to folks about their abilities,” Snell-Dobert said. “The inner canyon trails are for experts, and they come prepared — others get started and see how hard the route is and turn back.” The park hosts additional guided activities through the year, but spring and summer are the busiest. Visitors can join ranger-guided rim walks, and there are ranger talks at most view points. Evening programs are available at the South Rim campground amphitheater starting around June, including weekly star-gazing programs.
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