New Mexico whitewater - Pecos River, Sangre De Cristo Mountains, San Miguel County

San Miguel county, Cowles to Pecos section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II-IV     20 miles
  The average whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit easier to master in this state than those in other states, so better not forget that rivers here are less demanding. The wonderful San Miguel County scenery and the cool fresh water will make you feel great. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. The beautiful Sangre De Cristo Mountains scenery is an added bonus. This section of Pecos River in New Mexico is 20 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class II-IV section. A good workout and just being out
    on the river for a while will have you coming back for more. This is the only paddling section along Pecos River. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. This stretch is long enough
for an overnight trip if you take your time, so pack your sleeping bag.

Briefly about the general area:
Not much rainfall falls here at Pecos River; during July this area sees the most rain, and January meanwhile is the driest month. For the period of the months of summer, highs regularly are in the 80's at Pecos River. Summer overnight lows plunge down to the 50's. High temperatures all through the wintertime are normally in the 40's; winter nights come with lows in the 10's to Pecos River.
 

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II-IV
Length: 20 miles
  

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Current weather conditions at Pecos River, Sangre De Cristo Mountains, New Mexico
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Local climate location: PECOS RANGER STATION 19 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Bishop's Lodge, Santa Fe
22 miles away
The Bishops Lodge, secluded in its own private valley in the colorful foothills of the Sangre De Cristo Mountains, is an exquisite hideaway ranked by Travel and Leisure as one of America?s recreationa...

Inn On The Alameda, Santa Fe
23 miles away
Nestled between Santa Fe's historic Plaza and the galleries and restaurants of Canyon Road, the Inn on the Alameda offers guests the privacy and charm of a cozy inn. Fine amenities and warm, attentive...

Fort Marcy Hotel Suites, Santa Fe
23 miles away
Welcome to true value in historic downtown Santa Fe! Certainly, you can stay in a simple hotel room in downtown Santa Fe, but why pay more? Fort Marcy Hotel Suites in downtown Santa Fe offers spaci...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Pecos River.
 Ski Areas Near Pecos River:
Ski Santa Fe, New Mexico , 17 miles away, 1725 vertical feet
Sipapu, New Mexico , 32 miles away, 1055 vertical feet
Angel Fire, New Mexico , 51 miles away, 2077 vertical feet
Pajarito Mountain, New Mexico , 56 miles away, 1410 vertical feet
Taos, New Mexico , 58 miles away, 2612 vertical feet
Sandia Peak, New Mexico , 59 miles away, 1700 vertical feet
Red River, New Mexico , 65 miles away, 1600 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Pecos River:
Bishop's Lodge, Santa Fe , 22 miles away
Inn On The Alameda, Santa Fe , 23 miles away
Fort Marcy Hotel Suites, Santa Fe , 23 miles away
Fort Marcy Suites, Santa Fe , 23 miles away
Inn On The Paseo, Santa Fe , 23 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Pecos River:
Cow Creek Campground, San Miguel County, 5 miles away
Manzanares Campground, San Miguel County, 5 miles away
Field Tract Campground, San Miguel County, 8 miles away
 Trails Near Pecos River:
Thompson Peak Trail, Santa Fe County , 15 miles away
Atalaya Trail, Santa Fe County , 16 miles away
Big Tesuque Trail, Santa Fe County , 17 miles away
Winsor Trail, Santa Fe County , 18 miles away
Norski Cross Country Ski Track, Santa Fe County , 18 miles away

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