Waterways

Waterways are a vital part of Albuquerque’s landscape, offering natural beauty and outdoor recreation. The Rio Grande flows gracefully through the city, creating scenic spots for kayaking, birdwatching, and riverside walks. Lakes and reservoirs nearby offer fishing, paddle sports, and peaceful views. These bodies of water not only shape the region’s ecology but also provide serene getaways for residents and tourists alike.

Calabacillas Arroyo Map

Location: 35.1911094, -106.6573899 Calabacillas Arroyo is a prominent arroyo in Albuquerque’s West Side, beginning in the high desert terrain and running westward toward the Rio Grande. It’s one of the larger arroyos in the...

Broke Off Channel Map

Location: 35.1398974, -106.5134169 Tags: – intermittent: yes – name: Broke Off Channel – waterway: river

La Cueva Arroyo Diversion Map

Location: 35.1797159, -106.5219369 The La Cueva Arroyo Diversion is an engineered channel that works in conjunction with La Cueva Arroyo to manage stormwater in northeast Albuquerque. It diverts overflow and helps protect surrounding neighborhoods...

Bear Canyon Arroyo Map

Location: 35.1454403, -106.4750836 Bear Canyon Arroyo is one of Albuquerque’s most recognizable arroyos, stretching from the Sandia Mountains into the heart of the city’s northeast quadrant. With portions integrated into developed trail systems, it...

South Pino Arroyo Map

Location: 35.1622707, -106.4856143 South Pino Arroyo is prominent arroyo in the city’s northeast sector, contributing to a network of drainage channels that originate in the Sandia foothills. It plays a vital role in protecting...

South Domingo Baca Arroyo Map

Location: 35.1689018, -106.5299301 South Domingo Baca Arroyo is a major drainage channel running through a densely developed part of northeast Albuquerque. It is often flanked by walking trails and informal green space, making it...

North Camino Arroyo Map

Location: 35.1973987, -106.5512356 North Camino Arroyo serves as a continuation or parallel system to the Camino Arroyo, offering additional flood control capacity in northeast Albuquerque. Though modest in size, the arroyo is part of...

Piedra Lisa Arroyo Map

Location: 35.1100226, -106.4889868 Piedra Lisa Arroyo originates in the foothills of the Sandia Mountains and travels westward into the developed parts of Albuquerque. It is part of a broader hydrological corridor that includes walking...

La Cueva Arroyo Map

Location: 35.1843192, -106.5437094 La Cueva Arroyo is part of the network of dry washes that crisscross Albuquerque’s northeast side, contributing to stormwater drainage during rain events. While mostly dry throughout the year, it plays...

Rio Grande Map

Location: 35.2617463, -106.5098517 The Rio Grande is the lifeblood of Albuquerque and one of the most iconic rivers in the American Southwest. Flowing directly through the city, it provides water for agriculture, wildlife, and...