New Mexico whitewater - Cimarron River, Sangre De Cristo Mountains, Colfax County
Colfax
county,
Eagle Nest to Cimarron section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS III-IV 25 miles
The Eagle Nest to Cimarron stretch of Cimarron River is 25 miles long and it is classified as a class III-IV section by American Whitewater. The natural beauty of Colfax County and the playfulness of the water make the trip here worthwhile. Getting some good exercise and spending some quality time in nature will make you glad you came. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in New Mexico is often easier than elsewhere, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that many of the rivers here are not very demanding. Whitewater paddling here in the Sangre De Cristo
Mountains is a great experience. This is the only paddling stretch along Cimarron River. You can enjoy this stretch more if you take your time, so go ahead and pack your camping stuff. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no
problem and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground.
Briefly about the general area: Throughout the long summer days, highs regularly are in the 70's at Cimarron River. Summer nighttime lows fall down to the 40's. High temperatures throughout the wintertime are normally in the 30's, and through the dark hours in the winter at Cimarron River temperatures drop to the-10's. Cimarron River is typically a relatively waterless location; the month with most of the rain is August, and January meanwhile is the driest month.
QUICK STATS AW Class:
III-IV
Length:
25
miles
Paddler input for Cimarron River, New Mexico:
Current weather conditions at Cimarron River, Sangre De Cristo Mountains, New Mexico
Local climate location: EAGLE NEST 15 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS
There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.
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