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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