Best paddling near Chama

6 paddle runs · 6 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best paddling near Chama, New Mexico — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 6 of 6 paddle runs · best 15 shown on the map
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Indian Creek To Co Hwy 160
#1 Indian Creek To Co Hwy 160 Good
47.7 mi away
· 404 cfs · in range (400-4,000)
The Whitewater River Run Indian Creek to Co Hwy 160 in Colorado is a popular destination for kayaking and rafting enthusiasts. The ideal streamflow range for this section is…
Why 65: resort size & terrain
65Top-rated
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Ef/Middle Fork At Weminuche Wilderness Boundary To Forest Development Road 631
#2 Ef/Middle Fork At Weminuche Wilderness Boundary To Forest Development Road 631 Fair
49.2 mi away
· 404 cfs · below min (550)
Why 65: resort size & terrain
65Top-rated
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Fdr 631 To Indian Creek
#3 Fdr 631 To Indian Creek Good
49.3 mi away
· 404 cfs · in range (400-4,000)
The Whitewater River Run from Fdr 631 to Indian Creek in Colorado is a popular destination for whitewater enthusiasts. The ideal streamflow range for this segment is between 300…
Why 65: resort size & terrain
65Top-rated
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Rio Nutrias
#4 Rio Nutrias Marginal
21.9 mi away
· 103 cfs · below min (200)· Cold day · 44°F
The Rio Nutrias in New Mexico is a popular whitewater river run that spans approximately 13 miles. The ideal streamflow range for this river is between 300 and 1,000 cubic feet…
Why 38: live conditions (marginal)
38Rated
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Private Land Boundary Below Canjilon To Nf Boundary
#5 Private Land Boundary Below Canjilon To Nf Boundary Poor
37.7 mi away
· 86 cfs · below min (200)
The Private Land Boundary Below Canjilon To Nf Boundary Whitewater River Run, located in the state of New Mexico, is a popular destination for whitewater rafting enthusiasts. The…
Why 34: live conditions (poor)
34Rated
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Spring Creek To Private Land Boundary
#6 Spring Creek To Private Land Boundary Poor
41.8 mi away
· 4 cfs · below min (200)
The Whitewater River Run from Spring Creek to the Private Land Boundary in New Mexico is a popular destination for experienced kayakers and rafters. The ideal streamflow range for…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated

Paddling near Chama

The Chama area has 6 paddle runs on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

How we rank the best paddling near Chama

How are these paddle runs ranked?

Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.

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