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Rio Grande Through Colorado Canyon,
United State (western)
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Southwestern Texas, on the
Mexican border
Big Bend National Park
Texas 79834
+1 915 477 2251
Big Bend Ranch State Park
P.O. Box 1180, Presidio
Texas 79845
+1 915 229 3416
+1 915 229 3506 (fax)
Length of trip
9.5-21 miles in 1-2 days
Season
All year, although summer is hot; spring and fall are best. The water flow
usually peaks in August, September, and October, when thunderstorms are common
Weather
In summer the canyon bakes in the desert heat, with temperatures topping 100F.
Thunderstorms often spark flash floods from May through October. Winter days
can change from dry heat to cold, wet rain in just a few hours. Winter days are
cool (50s and 60s), nights chilly. Milder temperatures in March, April,
October, and November (40-60F at night, 80-95F during the day) make for a
comfortable ride, although water levels are low |
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Location: about 200 miles southeast of El Paso. Before entering Big Bend
National Park, the Rio Grande tempts rafters with a short but vibrant run
through Colorado Canyon
Boats: Kayaks, oar boats, paddle rafts
Rapids: Class I. The temperature of the silty water fluctuates from below 50F
in winter to above 80F in summer
Lodging: Excellent primitive campsites on sandy beaches |
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attractions
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Special features:
Unlike nearby canyons in Big Bend National Park, the Colorado Canyon is the
only gorge carved through volcanic instead of sedimentary rock
Chihuahuan Desert plants and animals, including cactuses, whiplike ocotillos,
yuccas, wildflowers, javelinas, bobcats, and beavers
Migrating waterfowl in spring and autumn
Good fishing for catfish
Wilderness solitude
Suitable for families, seniors in good physical condition, novice rafters, and
the physically challenged who are comfortable in and around the water
Nearby excursions:
Big Bend National Park
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Mexican villages
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