Kayak and canoe launches on Rio Grande, New Mexico
5 launch sites on Rio Grande from NM Game & Fish Boat Ramps. 5 are trailer ramps.
Fees: 0 list no fee, 0 list a fee, 5 not verified. Each listing names its source; check it before you go.
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River conditions: Rio Grande At Otowi Bridge, Nm
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- Rio Grande boat ramp · Boat ramp (trailer)
Fee not verified, check with the site owner View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Launch surface
- Concrete or paved
- Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
- Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
Official fields: NM Game & Fish Boat Ramps. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Rio Grande boat ramp near Arroyo Aguaje de la Petaca · Boat ramp (trailer)
Fee not verified, check with the site owner View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Launch surface
- Concrete or paved
- Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
- Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
Official fields: NM Game & Fish Boat Ramps. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Rio Grande boat ramp near Arroyo Hondo · Boat ramp (trailer)
Fee not verified, check with the site owner View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Launch surface
- Concrete or paved
- Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
- Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
Official fields: NM Game & Fish Boat Ramps. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Rio Grande boat ramp near Rio Pueblo de Taos · Boat ramp (trailer)
Fee not verified, check with the site owner View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Launch surface
- Concrete or paved
- Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
- Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
Official fields: NM Game & Fish Boat Ramps. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Rio Grande boat ramp near Rito Cieneguilla · Boat ramp (trailer)
Fee not verified, check with the site owner View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Launch surface
- Concrete or paved
- Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
- Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
Official fields: NM Game & Fish Boat Ramps. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
New Mexico paddling rules
Registration, permits, life jackets and AIS stickers
Data shown as published by the agency or mapped source; launch details and fees change, so check the official source before you go.