New Mexico whitewater - Jemez River, San Juan and Jemez Mountains, Sandoval County

Sandoval county, Battleship Rock to Zia Pueblo section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 
  The wonderful New Mexico scenery and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water attract people from near and far. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in New Mexico are often easier than in other states, so don't forget that lots of rivers here are good for beginners. Jemez River doesn't have a lot of paddling stretches, the Battleship Rock to Zia Pueblo stretch is the only one. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up
    quick. Getting your paddling muscles activated and a chance to spend some time outdoors have people coming from far and near. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. Now this is a pretty long section, perfect for a real wilderness adventure. The wild scenery of
the San Juan and Jemez Mountains is great.

Briefly about the general area:
At this river you will never have a bad time. Hiking is a popular thing to do around Jemez River; Padre Alonzo Trail is a magnificent local trail, and you simply should go to Mesa de los Palomares since you're here at Jemez River.
During the warm months at Jemez River highs are ordinarily in the 70's. Once the sun is down it plunges down to the 40's. For the period of the winter the highs are generally in the 30's; nighttime lows in the 0's for Jemez River. Around Jemez
 
River you don’t get a lot of rainfall; of all the months in a year August is the one with the most rain while May is ordinarily the driest month. Not enough hours in a day to enjoy the San Juan and Jemez Mountains. San Juan Canyon is a pleasant place to have a look at in close proximity to Jemez River, and do put some time aside to spend at Las Vegitas Spring since you're here at Jemez River.

Jemez River, Battleship Rock to Zia Pueblo road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class:
Length: 50 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 35.8283
Longitude: -106.64171

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 35.5032
Longitude: -106.7234

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Current weather conditions at Jemez River, San Juan and Jemez Mountains, New Mexico
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Local climate location: WOLF CANYON 16 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa, Bernalillo
20 miles away
The Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa is reminiscent of the dwellings of the Santa Ana Pueblo from long ago. the architecture and ambiance of an authentic Southwest Pueblo community is reflected in e...

Holiday Inn Express BERNALILLO, Bernalillo
22 miles away
Come experience the Holiday Inn Express Bernalillo Hotel, conveniently located at I-25 and Hwy 550 (Placitas/Bernalillo Exit 242) between Santa Fe and Albuquerque! Our astounding property is centrally...

Bernalillo Days Inn, Bernalillo
22 miles away
The Days Inn Bernalillo, New Mexico is located off Interstate Highway 25 at exit number 242.* Come see our newly 2008 renovated interior smoke free hotel. We offer a free continental breakfast with ...



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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Los Alamos, New Mexico, the metro area neareast to Jemez River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Jemez River.
 Ski Areas Near Jemez River:
Pajarito Mountain, New Mexico , 24 miles away, 1410 vertical feet
Sandia Peak, New Mexico , 32 miles away, 1700 vertical feet
Ski Santa Fe, New Mexico , 61 miles away, 1703 vertical feet
Sipapu Ski, New Mexico , 83 miles away, 1055 vertical feet
Taos, New Mexico , 100 miles away, 2612 vertical feet
Wolf Creek, Colorado , 102 miles away, 1604 vertical feet
Angel Fire, New Mexico , 106 miles away, 2077 vertical feet
Red River, New Mexico , 106 miles away, 1600 vertical feet
Ski Rio, New Mexico , 109 miles away, 2150 vertical feet
Hesperus Ski Center, Colorado , 132 miles away, 700 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Jemez River:
Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa, Bernalillo , 20 miles away
Holiday Inn Express BERNALILLO, Bernalillo , 22 miles away
Bernalillo Days Inn, Bernalillo , 22 miles away
Bernalillo Super 8 Motel, Bernalillo , 22 miles away
Quality Inn & Suites, Bernalillo , 22 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Jemez River:
Ponderosa RV Campground, Ponderosa, 2 miles away
Paliza Campground, Sandoval County, 4 miles away
Paliza Group Campground, Sandoval County, 4 miles away
 Trails Near Jemez River:
Padre Alonzo Trail, Sandoval County , 6 miles away
Bland Bear Springs Trail, Sandoval County , 13 miles away
 National Parks Near Jemez River:
Petroglyph National Monument, Albuquerque - NM , 30 miles away
Bandelier National Monument, Los Alamos - NM , 31 miles away

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