Kayaking the Rio Grande, the Wildest and Most Fun River in Texas @ Big Bend Ranch (Colorado Canyon)

Standing on the banks of the Rio Grande at the Colorado Canyon access point, I knew this was going to be a great adventure. This river is incredibly beautiful in this part of Texas. There are several rapids and challenges along this 7.4 mile stretch of river but none are too difficult or dangerous for the average person to handle. The canyon is beautiful and I had a blast navigating the various rapids and boulders along the way. The biggest threat for me was not the rapids or boulders but one that I didn't anticipate, river cane (bamboo) which is common along the river bank and can stick out as much as 10 feet over the river. Keep in mind that once you enter the canyon, there is no way to exit until you complete the journey so be prepared. Don't kayak alone and be sure to wear a helmet. I also recommend kayaking when the temperature is 70 degrees or higher.
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[@CameronHall88]

Beautiful and rugged country. Love anytime there is water in the desert.

[@secretsoftexas6872]

Yes, once you get away from the Rio Grande water is pretty scarce out there.

[@LionheartLivin]

YES!!!;) RIGHT!!!;)???

[@EvergreenOG]

When the borders were secure....nice

[@ralphjames1211]

Actually it's shared by Texas and Old Mexico!!!

[@ConsidertheWonders]

Great trip and cool to see the other side of that canyon. Bummer on the spill but looks like you were able to recover pretty quick 🤙

[@secretsoftexas6872]

Thanks. It was pretty sweet. I need to go back when the days are longer (and warmer).

[@AdventuresandLifestyle]

made me feel like i was there! Love how remote and wild this is. Some bog hard things in the way - watch that snapper? doesn't bite the kayak - those bushes were something else lol. Thanks for sharing that trip :-)

[@secretsoftexas6872]

Cool thanks. I didn't see anyone else out there. I've got some more videos from this area coming out soon.

[@martrocity]

Incredible!!!! I really love your trips, i enjoy them just like if i was there!!!

[@secretsoftexas6872]

Thanks for the kind words and for stopping by. Come back soon.

[@asav859]

Ok .... I’m jealous !! That looked peaceful and fun. Beautiful place !! Thanks for video !!

[@secretsoftexas6872]

Yes it was a memorable experience. Thanks for stopping by.

[@thegiggler2]

Getting trapped under brush...water will hold you against it and even push you under where you can get stuck...bad way to die.

[@murcielagoligero]

there is a ghost at minute 6.37 on the right side of the river

[@colleenlloyd2331]

Thanks for taking this video so we could come along for the ride! I live most that there was not another person! Beautiful!

[@LionheartLivin]

Glad u made it out okay!!!;) BEAUTIFUL SCENERY!!!;)

[@heyyou1140]

Learn a SIDE-DRAW stroke to avoid the cane.........

[@solitudeinthewild82]

Great video, my friend! Lovely kayaking! Best way to relax, haveing some whater adventure isn't it? 😉 The nature Is amazing, too.. What area is that? Enjoyed watching a lot! Cheers from Russia, dude , and how about visiting my channel as well? I've got something to share about floating, camping, and other! Anyway, best wishes in all your plans and beginnings! Regards, Yuriy!

[@dianah.667]

Wow, wow! I thoroughly enjoyed riding shotgun with you on this beautiful and incredible journey! What a gorgeous place to be to have some solitude. I can only imagine how much fun kayaking the river was, especially in those rapids. I am so envious! I've lived in SE Texas for so many years, and have never ventured over to Big Bend. I sure hope to visit there in the near future. Thank you so much for the phenomenal bird's eye view.

[@matthewheinecke2621]

I want a kayak so bad. This video isn't helping. Lol

[@angeliqueguerra1631]

Beautiful! Thx for taking us along!

[@johnbaumgartner4309]

Ran the Grande years ago with the kids very easy . Memorable moments and hiked into Mexico in one of slot canyon and found a cougar kill. Very enjoyable and scenic thanks for the memories

[@BourbonHawk69]

Very therapeutic video. Well done. What we’re entrance and exit points and how long did it take to complete ?

[@secretsoftexas6872]

I would allow 4 hours to complete this journey. I put in a the Colorado Canyon access point and got out at La Cuesta. You can go a little further if you like to the next one at Lower Madera campground. I wanted to do that but it started to get dark. I did this on the shortest day of the year.

[@tomcaldwell5750]

Thank you for sharing these awesome videos of Texas locations.

[@jennymtz-car865]

Just came back from devils river this is my next stop

[@travelpl66]

Very nice video ,thanks ! 👍14 and new friend👍

[@secretsoftexas6872]

Thank you for watching!

[@HaveFunx10]

Great kayaking video of Colorado Canyon. Where was your takeout point?

[@secretsoftexas6872]

La Cuesta. I wanted to go to the next one (Lower Madera Canyon) but it started to get dark. It was about 7.4 miles.

[@youcanfoolmeonce]

Good daring video! Fun to watch, thanks.

[@evonnesheim1434]

Beautiful country. Thank you for sharing

[@weswalker1208]

Man that look fun. Very nice video

[@thedallasrealestatewrangler]

Beautiful! That cow was lost! So, there's a drop-off and pick-up point? Any kayaking guided trip through there?

[@rshutterbug47]

👍😀 Really Pretty,& Good Job Of Filming, Even The Underwater Part 😜

[@ricardocarmona5210]

You make so awesome videos. 🤠👍

[@melissadwiggins]

I went canoeing down there for a college credit back in 2009. I absolutely loved it. We started at Colorado Canyon. We even saw the little hut where the music video was shot for "My Maria" at one point. We spent a few days canoeing as well. I wore shorts the whole time and my white ass thighs got sunburned af. I had blisters at the top where my shorts ended, but it was definitely worth it. My now exboyfriend and I camped outside of the tent and fell asleep under the brightest stars I have ever seen. That's the least light pollution I've ever experienced, as I'm from (and still live in) Pascagoula, MS, home of the largest employer in the state. This video takes me back.

[@Mona.Elshazly]

Wooooow very good and very nice

[@secretsoftexas6872]

Thanks I'm glad you liked it

[@rosbernieves559]

Nicely done 😀👍

[@poodleprofessor]

I'd love to do that, but not sure it's safe to go alone in that part of Texas. How are you supporting your camera?

[@secretsoftexas6872]

It's a gopro so there are various ways to mount it. I use a head mount when kayaking and chest mount when mountain biking.

[@jeffsmithfpv]

What were the water levels when you went? I’m wanting to plan a trip but I don’t want to get out there and the water be to low

[@secretsoftexas6872]

From what I understand the water needs to be above 50 cfs

[@geraldoreyes6146]

Would be nice to to do it with a bunch of friends.

[@lonesometinman3147]

When was this filmed ? I've never seen the.river downstream of El Paso, I live in the mesilla valley and it's completely dry. Being that it's damed at caballo and elephant butte. Wondering where the water down there comes from in the winter. ?

[@secretsoftexas6872]

This was in mid-December. There's a sizeable tributary near Presidio that comes from the Mexico side, Rio Conchos. It appears that there may be a few other smaller ones between El Paso and this stretch of river

[@garystorm6251]

Please Pray for those who Persecute us, we will heal ourselves and others. Immanuel God with us spoke Truth Forever... Peace

[@noonenowhere6920]

This is on the top of my bucket list

[@TrulyUnfortunate]

I wouldnt call it the wildest but it is beautiful.

[@Eparker09]

Love your enthusiasm/excitement

[@drdanfoss1529]

Great footage! Did you do this in Dec 2020? Ever gone above Colorado Canyon access?

[@secretsoftexas6872]

Yes December. I haven't gone further upstream. I'm certainly interested in exploring more in spring or fall when it's a bit warmer (but not 110 degrees).

[@danielc6709]

Your gonna end up without a head screwing around that close to the border....

[@secretsoftexas6872]

But the border area has some of the best stuff

[@jskeeter3]

This looks awesome! Definitely on my list. How did you get back to your vehicle at the put in?

[@secretsoftexas6872]

I had someone shuttle me back.

[@LanceEllisor]

Do you know what the flow rate was that day - or the depth at the Redford gauge station? Thank you.

[@oldfartatplay]

Rafted a lot of that streach, with two frieñds. From the Redford dam to Lajitas. Once in a lifetime experience!

[@HeckuvaTrek]

Excellent video! 👍

[@benjaminuribe5066]

Perfect for a mmf or fmf

[@DrRosalicious]

How beautiful!

[@mikemckenna8530]

Fun adventure! Where did you get out and did you use a shuttle service?

[@secretsoftexas6872]

I got out at La Cuesta campground. I originally wanted to continue to the next campground along the river (Lower Madera) but it was almost dark by the time I arrived at La Cuesta. I literally did this around the shortest day of the year in December. I had someone there drop me off and pick me up.

[@billmarvin7927]

No walls...

[@sheryllynrivera6391]

Beautiful

[@calvinleger2863]

What is the best month to kayak this river

[@secretsoftexas6872]

I would say April on a day when it's not windy

[@jogmas12]

Does Mexico have claim to it too??

[@secretsoftexas6872]

Yes, it's my understanding that the river is shared