New Mexico whitewater - Mora River, Colfax County

Colfax county, Shoemaker to confluence with Canadian section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-V(V+)     30 miles
  The Shoemaker to confluence with Canadian section of Mora River in Colfax County is 30 miles long and is a class I-V(V+) section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. Getting your paddling muscles activated and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great reasons to come. A stretch this long is of course too much for a one day trip, perfect for a real
    wilderness adventure. The scenic beauty of New Mexico and the playfulness of the water make the trip here worthwhile.

Briefly about the general area:
Mora River sees pretty high levels of precipitation; of all the months in a year September is the one with the most rain,
and the driest month is May. High temperatures at Mora River through the summertime months are in the 80's, and all through the night it cools down to the 70's. Through the winter highs are in the 80's, and through the dark hours in the winter at Mora River temperatures plunge to the 70's.
 

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-V(V+)
Length: 30 miles
  

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