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 Paddler input for Jemez River, New Mexico: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Jemez River, San Juan and Jemez Mountains, New Mexico Local climate location: WOLF CANYON 16 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       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