Access Site
TX
Chimney Park RV Resort
Source: texas_parks_and_wildlife_department Updated 1 year ago
City: Mission, TX
County: Hidalgo County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 26.16506066, -98.33400915
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Location
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Rio Grande near Mission, TX
1.2 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Rio Grande
23 runs
There are no whitewater runs within 50 miles of this access site.
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Difficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
II-III+
364 mi away
7. Lower Canyons: La Linda to Dryden Crossing (83.5 miles)
84.3 mi
5 ft/mi
I-II
381 mi away
5. San Vicente & Hot Springs Canyon: Solis Landing to Rio Grande Village (19 miles)
19.4 mi
I-II
381 mi away
6. Rio Grande Village to La Linda (34.5 miles)
34.6 mi
4 ft/mi
II
385 mi away
4. Mariscal Canyon: Talley to Solis Landing (10 miles)
10.2 mi
12 ft/mi
II(III)
418 mi away
3. Santa Elena Canyon: Lajitas to Santa Elena Canyon River Access (20 miles)
20.6 mi
7 ft/mi
II+
433 mi away
2. Colorado Canyon: Rancherias Canyon to Lajitas (21 miles)
21.2 mi
6 ft/mi
II-III
451 mi away
1. Hoodoos: Redford to Colorado Canyon (15.75 miles)
16.0 mi
6 ft/mi
III
855 mi away
08. Otowi Bridge to Cochiti Reservoir
22.3 mi
II
866 mi away
06. Taos Junction Bridge to Quartzite River Access
6.6 mi
III
866 mi away
07. Quartzite River Access to County Line River Access
4.4 mi
12 ft/mi
III-IV
868 mi away
05. John Dunn Bridge to Taos Junction Bridge (Lower Taos Box)
15.0 mi
31 ft/mi
II-III
878 mi away
04. Red River confluence to John Dunn Bridge
8.4 mi
12 ft/mi
V
884 mi away
03. Chiflo Campground to Little Arsenic Trail
7.8 mi
69 ft/mi
II-IV
889 mi away
02. Lee Trail to Chiflo Campground
9.9 mi
47 ft/mi
II-III
896 mi away
01. Lobatos Bridge(Colorado) to Lee Trail
24.0 mi
5 ft/mi
II
896 mi away
08. Lobatos Bridge to Lee Trail
21.0 mi
7 ft/mi
I-II
911 mi away
07. Lasauses to Lobatos Bridge
20.0 mi
3 ft/mi
II
923 mi away
06. Alamosa to Lasauses
20.1 mi
15 ft/mi
II
968 mi away
05. South Fork to Del Norte
20.9 mi
17 ft/mi
II-III+
980 mi away
04. Wagon Wheel Gap to South Fork
11.4 mi
21 ft/mi
II-III
991 mi away
03. Creede to Wagon Wheel Gap
10.2 mi
II-III
998 mi away
02. Box Canyon to Creede
23.7 mi
24 ft/mi
III-IV
1,005 mi away
01. Box Canyon (CO)
8.1 mi
38 ft/mi
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
**Location & Access:** Chimney Park RV Resort offers a public boat ramp providing direct access to the Rio Grande in Mission, Texas. Non-residents can use the facility for a day-use fee. The ramp accommodates various watercraft including kayaks, canoes, and motorboats, with ample parking available for vehicles and trailers.
**What to Expect:** The Rio Grande in this section flows through the Lower Rio Grande Valley, an area rich in wildlife habitat and natural beauty. The ramp is suitable for paddlers and boaters of various skill levels. Nearby recreation includes the Lower Rio Grande Valley National Wildlife Refuge and Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge, both excellent for wildlife viewing and paddling exploration. The area offers year-round paddling opportunities, though water conditions can vary seasonally.
**Practical Note:** Before visiting, contact Chimney Park directly to confirm current day-use fees, hours of operation, and any access requirements. Check current Rio Grande conditions and water flow levels, as they can affect paddling safety and difficulty. The area's wildlife refuges provide scenic paddling destinations with excellent birding opportunities.
**What to Expect:** The Rio Grande in this section flows through the Lower Rio Grande Valley, an area rich in wildlife habitat and natural beauty. The ramp is suitable for paddlers and boaters of various skill levels. Nearby recreation includes the Lower Rio Grande Valley National Wildlife Refuge and Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge, both excellent for wildlife viewing and paddling exploration. The area offers year-round paddling opportunities, though water conditions can vary seasonally.
**Practical Note:** Before visiting, contact Chimney Park directly to confirm current day-use fees, hours of operation, and any access requirements. Check current Rio Grande conditions and water flow levels, as they can affect paddling safety and difficulty. The area's wildlife refuges provide scenic paddling destinations with excellent birding opportunities.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Lower Rio Grande Valley National Wildlife Refuge
Located within
Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge
Located within