New Mexico river guide
Rio Chama
El Vado to Big Eddy
Wild and Scenic river through colorful desert canyons in northern New Mexico. Short but stunning multi-day trip with great camping and solitude.
Trip overview
Difficulty
Class II-III
Typical length
2 days
Common season
Apr-Sep
Region
New Mexico
Access overview
Put-in
El Vado
Take-out
Big Eddy
River businesses
Shuttle providers
Providers shown here are linked to this river in the TripForge business directory. Confirm current service areas, availability, and pricing directly with the provider.
Up the Creek Shuttle
Rio Chama shuttle contact listed by BLM for El Vado Ranch to Big Eddy or Chavez Canyon routes.
Starting at $Contact for current rates
Plan with current information
River conditions, access, permits, closures, and hazards can change. Confirm current details with the managing agency, official gauges, and local experts before departure.