The Rio Grande Rift Valley extends more than 600 miles, from approximately Leadville Colorado to Chihuahua, Mexico. It formed a lowland region where Earth’s tectonic plates moved apart and separates the Colorado Plateau from the North American plate. The northern area of is composed of volcanic and sedimentary material.
The are more than 220 wild and scenic rivers and streams covering more than 13,000 miles in the United States. This designation protects the river’s unique characteristics and water quality. These esteemed rivers are protected for people’s use and enjoyment into the future.
Northern New Mexico’s Rio Grande Gorge. Escape with our unguided float. The above image shows an early season father/son duo taking advantage of our Funyak Rentals.
The Rio Grande is one of the longest continuous rivers in the United States. Born in the deep snows of southern Colorado it provides water and recreation for Colorado, New Mexico and Texas.
The Bald Eagles of the Rio Grande are wintertime visitors, which makes venturing out in the chilly temperatures well worth it. The bald eagle population has climbed to an estimated 316,700 individuals in the lower 48 states with 71,400 nesting pairs.
Proximity to water is associated with many positive measures of physical and mental well-being, from higher levels of vitamin D to better social relations.
