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Rapid NM

Chavez Canyon Boat Launch

Rio Chama - 04. El Vado Lake to Abiquiu Reservoir (NM)

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Gauge Conditions
Rio Chama above Abiquiu Reservoir, NM Downstream Primary
Runnable: 200.0 – 1,500.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Description

This Chavez Canyon Boat Launch on river left is managed by the Santa Fe National Forest. This access provides boater access to the Wild and Scenic Rio Chama. It is located off of Forest Road 151, has limited parking and a vault toilet restroom. While a permit is required for trips that launch upstream, a permit is not required for a day trip from this access down to Big Eddy.

Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
21.7 mi
Directions
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04. El Vado Lake to Abiquiu Reservoir
Rio Chama
I-III 30.4 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater