Our other river is the Rio Chama. It joins the Rio Grande at Española, just 20 miles south of our headquarters in Embudo. The Rio Grande runs through mainly volcanic scenery.
The Rio Chama, on the other hand, is to the west of that volcanic landscape. Located on the eastern edge of the Colorado Plateau, it’s known for its sandstone scenery. Towering cliffs, heavily wooded side canyons, and historical sites offer an outstanding wild river backdrop. The river has cut into colorful sandstone formations – red, yellow, and white strata are seen in the cliffs. Therefore, this is the scenery made famous in the paintings of Georgia O’Keefe, who lived alongside the river in the small village of Abiquiu. In addition, the Bureau of Land Management and the U.S. Forest Service co-manage the Rio Chama. Further information can be found on the BLM website.
