Where is La Plata River?

La Plata River is a river in New Mexico.

How is La Plata River rated?

La Plata River in New Mexico has an average visitor rating of 4.5 out of 5, based on 23 reviews.

Updated August 13, 2025

La Plata River

River

4.5(23 reviews)

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Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

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Live flow only — judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 09367000, as of Aug 22, 1:15 AM gauge-local time

Streamflow

0 ft³/s

discharge

Gage height

7.36 ft

water level

No official beach-advisory feed for New Mexico yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge LA PLATA RIVER AT LA PLATA, NM (0.6 mi away), as of Aug 22, 1:15 AM gauge-local time.

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Weather at La Plata River

H: 92° L: 69°

Overcast

71°

Feels like 67°

Precipitation

17%

Humidity

49%

Wind

7 mph

UV Index

Water Conditions:

🏊Cool but swimmable

12 AM

71°

3 AM

71°

6 AM

69°

9 AM

75°

12 PM

85°

3 PM

91°

6 PM

92°

9 PM

84°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is La Plata River?: La Plata River is a river in New Mexico.
Can you swim at La Plata River?: Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 22, 2026.
How is La Plata River rated?: La Plata River in New Mexico has an average visitor rating of 4.5 out of 5, based on 23 reviews.

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