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1-800-2paddle (272-3353)

TRIP OPTIONS

Canyon Rio Rafting is committed to providing a superb Rio Chama experience — the most courteous and knowledgeable guides, the freshest food, and the best gear. Choose from 1- or 3-day trips:

1 Day (13 miles). We begin at the monastery and end at Big Eddy. Rapids include “Skull Bridge,” “Gauging Station,” and “Screaming Left-hand Turn.”

3 Days (33 miles). Requires a minimum of 12 people. We begin south of the El Vado Dam and end at Big Eddy. Call to discuss availablity.

PLANNING FOR THE WEATHER

Mid-May — mid-June: Cool to warm days and cool nights. Pack warm gear and rain gear.

Mid-June — August: Warm days, cool nights, and occasional thunderstorms. Pack warm gear and rain gear.

August 2007

3 Day trips available

leave on Friday - come back on Sunday

Reservations Required
1-800-2paddle (272-3353)

Trip Information

Adult: $438.00 includes Land Use Fees
Child: $354.00 (12 and under)
Meet Time: 9:00 am Mountain DST
Meet Location: Ghost Ranch Living Museum

THE RIO CHAMA

The Rio Chama, a designated National “Wild and Scenic” River, slices through the high plateaus of northwestern New Mexico. Multi-day adventures begin south of the El Vado dam, where you leave the sandy banks to raft Class II and III whitewater. This spectacular river flows between towering red rock cliffs, alternating with pine-studded hillsides. Enjoy bird life as we drift past baby swallows in nests lining the crags and marvel as our rafts play hopscotch with solitary herons and flocks of geese. These striking surroundings inspired Benedictine monks to build a monastery and chapel on the banks of the river, and their red walls blend with the multi-colored sandstone cliffs reminiscent of Georgia O’Keefe’s landscape paintings.

Something for Everyone!

The Rio Chama offers the perfect family weekend, with something for everyone — paddling, trout fishing, hiking, exploring dinosaur tracks, and simply relaxing in the shade. On our multi-day trips, you’ll have plenty of time to hone your skills before running the most exciting rapids in the last 13-mile stretch.

Paddle Raft, Oar Boat, or Inflatable Kayak: YourChoice

Choose the security of an oar boat with your guide to row you, the excitement of a paddle raft with a guide to steer the boat, or the adventure of a two-person inflatable kayak.

TRIP LOGISTICS

Getting There

One day trips are meeting at the turnoff from HWY 84 onto FS151 north of the Ghost Ranch Museum.

What We Provide

At the boat ramp, you’ll receive lifejackets and waterproof dry bags for your gear. We also provide trained, certified, knowledgeable guides, all meals and kitchen gear, snacks, and drinks (water and juice). Our guides prepare and clean up all meals. Splash gear is available upon request.

Salt River Rafting

RIO CHAMA

SAN JUAN RIVER

PAGOSA