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Rio Grande River

Rio Grande National Forest, Colorado/New Mexico

The Rio Grande forms a vast stretch of the U.S.–Mexico border and offers desert float trips, fishing, and wildlife viewing.

  • Big Bend Ranch State Park Launch (TX)

  • Santa Elena Canyon Access (TX)

  • Pilar Boat Ramp (NM)

  • Embudo Station Launch (NM)

  • South Fork Rio Grande Boat Ramp (CO)

  • Rio Grande Gorge Bridge

  • Big Bend National Park

  • Rio Grande del Norte National Monument

  • Santa Elena Canyon

  • Taos Box

  • Rafting

  • Kayaking

  • Fishing

  • Birdwatching

  • Hiking nearby canyons

  • Scenic overlooks

  • Rio Grande Village Campground (Big Bend NP)

  • Wild River Campground (NM)

  • Boat-in and riverside backcountry camping in canyons (permit required)

  • Dispersed options in Wild Rivers Recreation Area

  • High desert setting with few shaded sites

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