Rio de las Vacas
Rio de las Vacas
Rio de las Vacas is an access point to a perennial stream in the Jemez Mountains near Cuba, New Mexico, offering fishing opportunities for trout and hiking access to the San Pedro Parks Wilderness.
The nearby Rio de las Vacas Campground (11 miles east of Cuba on NM 126) provides 15 campsites with paved parking pads, vault toilets, drinking water, and direct creek access, making it a convenient base for both fishing and recreation.
The area is popular for day-use access to trails and the stream, though the campground fills quickly during peak season.
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