New Mexico whitewater - Rio Chama, Rio Arriba County Rio Arriba county, Lobo Lodge to Chama River Park section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS IV-V+     6 miles   This stretch of Rio Chama is 6 miles long and it is classified as a class IV-V+ section by American Whitewater. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in New Mexico is often easier than elsewhere, so if you're not from around here don't forget that lots of rivers here are good for beginners. This stretch is mid length, suitable for an afternoon trip. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. The beautiful scenery of New Mexico and the playfulness     of the water are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. This is the only paddling stretch along Rio Chama. Briefly about the general area: Rio Chama commonly gets much precipitation; during the month of September you get the most rain around here, and the driest month is May. During the days of summer at Rio Chama temperatures are usually in the 80's while night lows are commonly in the 70's. The winter comes with highs in the 80's, and overnight lows in the 70's for Rio Chama.   QUICK STATS AW Class: IV-V+ Length: 6 miles    Paddler input for Rio Chama, New Mexico: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.   All New Mexico Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in New Mexico. Books about whitewater paddling on Rio Chama, New Mexico List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Rio Chama, New Mexico. Find a whitewater outfitter in New Mexico Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info.