About This River
A classic New Mexico canyon run through remote sandstone walls and cottonwood-lined banks. Flows are controlled by releases from El Vado Dam, making this a reliable multi-day rafting and kayaking destination.
7-Day Forecast
Tue
Jan 27
43°
8 mph NW
Sunny
Wed
Jan 28
46°
5 mph NW
Mostly Sunny
Thu
Jan 29
47°
2%
3 mph N
Sunny
Fri
Jan 30
48°
3 mph N
Sunny
Sat
Jan 31
51°
3 mph N
Sunny
Sun
Feb 1
55°
0 mph
Mostly Sunny
River Details
River System
Rio Chama River
Flow Regime
dam-release
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Permit System
Recreation.gov
Season
01-01 – 12-31
Notes
Controlled releases from El Vado Dam
Flow Information