New-Mexico Whitewater
HEADWATERS TO NORTHERN BOUNDARY GILA CLIFF DWELLINGS NM
STREAMFLOW: 35 CFS
• Class II-III River Run
The Whitewater River Run from Headwaters to Northern Boundary Gila Cliff Dwellings in New Mexico is a popular destination for kayakers and rafters. The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 200 and 600 cubic feet per second, as reported by the USGS gauge at Mogollon Creek. The class rating for this section of the river is Class II-III, with several challenging sections of rapids and obstacles.
The segment mileage for this run is approximately 4 miles, starting at the headwaters and ending at the northern boundary of the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument. The river features several exciting rapids and obstacles, including The Chute, a narrow channel that requires precise navigation, and The Pinball Machine, a section of the river with numerous boulders and eddies that make for a thrilling ride.
There are specific regulations in place for this area, including a seasonal closure from March 1st to May 31st to protect nesting bald eagles. Additionally, visitors are required to obtain a permit to launch any type of watercraft on the river, and all boaters are required to wear a personal flotation device.
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The segment mileage for this run is approximately 4 miles, starting at the headwaters and ending at the northern boundary of the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument. The river features several exciting rapids and obstacles, including The Chute, a narrow channel that requires precise navigation, and The Pinball Machine, a section of the river with numerous boulders and eddies that make for a thrilling ride.
There are specific regulations in place for this area, including a seasonal closure from March 1st to May 31st to protect nesting bald eagles. Additionally, visitors are required to obtain a permit to launch any type of watercraft on the river, and all boaters are required to wear a personal flotation device.
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| Last Updated | 2024-04-25 |
| River Levels | 1 cfs (1.15 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 213% |
| Reporting Streamgauge | MOGOLLON CREEK NEAR CLIFF, NM |
| Elevation | 5,421 ft. |
| River | |
| Watershed | Upper Gila |
Nearby Camping
| Location | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scorpion - Gila Cliff Dwelllings | 17 | 5,689 ft | |||
| Upper End | 12 | 6,119 ft | |||
| McMillan | 3 | 6,988 ft | |||
| Wolf Hollow | 6 | 7,837 ft | |||
| Mesa | 36 | 6,167 ft | |||
| Grapevine | 20 | 5,652 ft | |||
| Forks | 7 | 5,575 ft | |||
| Cherry Creek | 12 | 6,801 ft |
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