Upper Aros

At high water this was a big Class III with rebound waves on the left side. It is probably much more technical and harder at lower water when there may be large waves and holes.

True to its name, this one was a fun Class III with big rolling waves at high water. At lower water there are several holes to avoid, including one just left of center. These can probably be avoided by staying close to the banks. Have fun!

At high water number one is big and bad looking with a wrap rock right of center at the top and some big holes in the center and left of center. We ran far left at high water to avoid any carnage, although this route still wants to push you towards the left of center hole at the bottom.

This one is worth a scout on RL because you can’t see number two from the top.

This put-in is on the Rio Sirupa about 8 miles above the confluence with the Rio Tutuaca (forming the Rio Aros). It is accessible via rough dirt road from Madera, Chihuhuahua (about 7 hours). You can access the river below the confluence at El Refugio as well.

This small pueblo has at least one small store with very basic supplies. The road leading uphill from the river ford on RL makes a good take-out spot. Don’t miss it! The house overlooking the ford is owned by Arturo Monge who was very hospitable on our 2015 trip. There is a telephone for public use (pay for minutes used) in a residence at the end of the school nearest the river. There is road access (4X4 recommended) to Sahuaripa, generally a 4 to 5 hour drive.