Texas whitewater - Pecos River, Val Verde County

Val Verde county, Pandale to Pecos River Marina section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II(III)     61 miles
  The nature scenery of Texas and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water attract people from near and far. Getting a good workout and just being out on the river for a while are sure to keep you coming back for more. There's camping available near Pecos River. This stretch of Pecos River in Val Verde County is 61 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class II(III) section of whitewater. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping
    in your car. The Pandale to Pecos River Marina section is the only paddling section along Pecos River. A stretch of this length does require some preparations, so it looks like you will be camping out. The average Texas whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be easier to
run than those in other states, so better not forget that rivers here are less demanding.

Briefly about the general area:
Around Pecos River you don’t get a lot of rainfall; during September this area sees the most rain; the driest month of the year is January. A delightful place in the neighborhood of Pecos River is Zixto Canyon.
For the duration of the summer months, highs mostly are in the 90's at Pecos River, and through the night it cools down to the 70's. The wintertime brings highs down to the 60's with winter lows in the 30's overnight here at Pecos River.
 

Pecos River, Pandale to Pecos River Marina road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II(III)
Length: 61 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 30.12722
Longitude: -101.57417

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 29.71972
Longitude: -101.34806

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Current weather conditions at Pecos River, Texas
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Local climate location: PANDALE 14 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Travelodge Ozona, Ozona
49 miles away
The Travelodge Ozona, RENOVATED IN 2009, is located in a nice quiet environment, featuring clean and comfortable rooms. AAA 2 Diamond Rating. The Hotel offers hi-speed internet access and FULL HOT BRE...

Super 8 Motel - Ozona, Ozona
49 miles away
A Pride of Super 8, this Motel offers Deluxe Single, Double rooms and spacious suites. A restaurant, gift shop, convenience store & gas station are located next door. We offer a heated indoor pool, sa...

Days Inn and Suites Del Rio, Del Rio
49 miles away
COMPLETELY RENOVATED IN 2009! The only all suite hotel in Del Rio. This 2 story hotel has 95 deluxe 1 and 2 bedroom suites. Our suites are available on a daily weekly or monthly basis with or witho...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Pecos River.
 Whitewater Near Pecos River:
Devils River, Val Verde County , 29 miles away, Class II+(IV) - 47 miles long (SH 163 to Rough Canyon Marina)
 Hotels Near Pecos River:
Travelodge Ozona, Ozona , 49 miles away
Super 8 Motel - Ozona, Ozona , 49 miles away
Days Inn and Suites Del Rio, Del Rio , 49 miles away
Comfort Inn & Suites, Del Rio , 49 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Pecos River:
Seminole Canyon State Park, Comstock, 5 miles away
Bakers Crossing, Comstock, 6 miles away
 Trails Near Pecos River:
Seminole Canyon State Park Trail, Val Verde County , 17 miles away
 National Parks Near Pecos River:
Amistad National Recreation Area, Del Rio - TX , 52 miles away

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