While walking around on the plateau high above the river floor, little do you suspect that you are close to a natural wonder. Surrounded by grass, trees, flowers, and an occasional stray deer whose photo did not come out well, everything is tranquil and peaceful. Yet in the distance, if you listen closely, you may hear the quiet rumble of water far below.

Over millenia, the Gunnison river has carved a majestic gorge. Almost 2,000 feet deep, and so steep that the walls of the canyon are almost black - this is quite a sight!