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Big Eddy Boat Ramp

Big Eddy is a day-use-only boat takeout located off Forest Road 151 in the Chama River Canyon, serving as the standard endpoint for Rio Chama float trips from El Vado Ranch or Chavez Canyon.

The site offers restrooms and is popular for both boating and fishing access along the Rio Chama Wild and Scenic River, though potable water is not available and overnight camping is not permitted.


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