Rio Chama Wilderness Study Area
New Mexico
The Rio Chama WSA is located in northern New Mexico. The landscape consists of gently rolling sagebrush-covered plains and a 900 foot deep canyon of colorful siltstone and sandstone carved by the Rio Chama. Piсon woodlands cover the hills, and forests of ponderosa pine and Douglas fir cover the north facing slopes. The diversity of habitat types provide for a variety of wildlife. This scenic area includes excellent opportunities for river rafting; the Rio Chama is designated as a Wild and Scenic River. This WSA is adjacent to the Chama River Canyon Wilderness, which is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.
Explore Nearby
- El Vado Lake State Park — State Park in New Mexico
- Heron Lake State Park — State Park in New Mexico
- Carson National Forest — National Forest in New Mexico
- Santa Fe National Forest — National Forest in New Mexico
- Jemez Mountain Trail National Scenic Byway — Scenic Byway in New Mexico
Nearby Discoveries
3 places to explore within 30 miles
2 State Parks
1 National Forest
