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Black Canyon of the Gunnison NP, Colorado
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Gunnison Point is a popular viewpoint in Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, where visitors can witness the dramatic depths of the canyon, which plunges over 2,700 feet at its deepest point. source: National Park Service
The point is named after John W. Gunnison, an explorer and surveyor who mapped the area in the mid-19th century. source: National Park Service
The canyon walls are composed of Precambrian gneiss and schist, some of the oldest exposed rock in North America. source: National Park Service
Gunnison Point is a great spot for birdwatching, especially for catching a glimpse of the peregrine falcon, one of the fastest birds in the world. source: National Park Service
The relentless flow of the Gunnison River has been eroding the canyon for approximately two million years, creating its steep and narrow profile. source: National Park Service
The park is designated as an International Dark Sky Park, offering some of the best stargazing opportunities in the country. source: International Dark-Sky Association
