New Mexico whitewater - Rio Grande, San Juan and Jemez Mountains, Sandoval County Sandoval county, Otowi Bridge to Cochiti Reservoir section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III     24 miles   The put-in is not too far from Los Alamos, as you can see on the road map further down. The beautiful scenery of Sandoval County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. There are no other stretches to paddle along Rio Grande than the Otowi Bridge to Cochiti Reservoir stretch. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way there are not so many other good rivers for that around here. Getting your     paddling muscles activated and a chance to spend some time outdoors have a lot of people coming here. You can enjoy this section more if you take your time, so why not pack your camp stove too. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. The beautiful San Juan and Jemez Mountains scenery is an added bonus. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in New Mexico is often easier than elsewhere, so don't forget that a lot of the rivers here are suitable for beginners. The Otowi Bridge to Cochiti Reservoir section of Rio Grande in Sandoval County is 24 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class III section. Briefly about the general area: If you come to this river you will have a good time for sure. If you fancy a little side trip, try Ancho Canyon. Around Rio Grande   you don’t get a lot of rainfall; August is the wettest month with most rain while February is the month with the least amount of precipitation. At Rio Grande during the warm months highs are in the 80's. When the night sets in temperatures descend down into the 50's. Highs during the winter are commonly in the 30's with winter lows in the 10's overnight here at Rio Grande. A short trip to Ancho Rapid is always worthwhile; do take a hike on the Cochiti Frijoles Trail. So much entertaining stuff to do in the San Juan and Jemez Mountains, not enough time. Spring 7 is an inspiring place to stop at while you're here, and the sights at Bandelier National Monument will blow your mind. Rio Grande, Otowi Bridge to Cochiti Reservoir road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: III Length: 24 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 35.8745 Longitude: -106.1403 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 35.65219 Longitude: -106.30761 Paddler input for Rio Grande, New Mexico: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Rio Grande, San Juan and Jemez Mountains, New Mexico Local climate location: LOS ALAMOS 13 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Best Western Hilltop House Hotel, Los Alamos 8 miles away This downtown Los Alamos hotel offers the perfect location with breathtaking mountain views. Friendly service, comfortable accommodations and unique amenities describe the Best Western Hilltop House... Ashley Hotel and Suites, Los Alamos 9 miles away Located in downtown Los Alamos next to picturesque Ashley Pond and five minutes from Los Alamos National Laboratory, Ashley Hotel and Suites in Los Alamos is the perfect location for your stay in Los ... Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Los Alamos, Nm, Los Alamos 9 miles away The Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Los Alamos is conveniently located just five minutes from the Los Alamos National Laboratory, twenty minutes to the Jemez Mountains with skiing, hiking, fishing,...   San Juan and Jemez Mountains Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the San Juan and Jemez Mountains. San Juan and Jemez Mountains Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the San Juan and Jemez Mountains. All New Mexico Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in New Mexico. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Rio Grande.   Whitewater Near Rio Grande: Rio Chama, Rio Arriba County , 21 miles away, Class I-II - 25 miles long (Abiquiu Dam to confluence with Rio Grande) Rio Santa Cruz, Santa Fe County , 25 miles away, Class IV-V - 1 miles long (Cundiyo to Santa Cruz Reservoir) Rio Ojo Caliente, Rio Arriba County , 29 miles away, Class I-II - 28 miles long (La Madera to confluence with Rio Chama)   Ski Areas Near Rio Grande: Pajarito Mountain, New Mexico , 14 miles away, 1410 vertical feet Ski Santa Fe, New Mexico , 29 miles away, 1703 vertical feet Sandia Peak, New Mexico , 34 miles away, 1700 vertical feet Sipapu Ski, New Mexico , 52 miles away, 1055 vertical feet Taos, New Mexico , 71 miles away, 2612 vertical feet Angel Fire, New Mexico , 74 miles away, 2077 vertical feet Red River, New Mexico , 77 miles away, 1600 vertical feet Ski Rio, New Mexico , 82 miles away, 2150 vertical feet Wolf Creek, Colorado , 104 miles away, 1604 vertical feet Eldora, Colorado , 117 miles away, 1600 vertical feet   Hotels Near Rio Grande: Best Western Hilltop House Hotel, Los Alamos , 8 miles away Ashley Hotel and Suites, Los Alamos , 9 miles away Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Los Alamos, Nm, Los Alamos , 9 miles away Sunrise Springs Inn, Santa Fe , 14 miles away Hampton Inn Sante Fe, Santa Fe , 16 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Rio Grande: Juniper Campground, Los Alamos County, 4 miles away Road Runner RV Park, Santa Fe, 15 miles away Santa Fe Skies Recreational Vehicle Park, Santa Fe, 16 miles away   Trails Near Rio Grande: Cochiti Frijoles Trail, Sandoval County , 4 miles away Capulin Canyon Trail, Sandoval County , 7 miles away Frijoles Stone Lions Trail, Sandoval County , 8 miles away Canada Capulin Trail, Sandoval County , 9 miles away Bland Frijoles Trail, Sandoval County , 9 miles away   National Parks Near Rio Grande: Bandelier National Monument, Los Alamos - NM , 7 miles away Santa Fe National Historic Trail, Santa Fe - NM , 16 miles away