Start your kayaking adventure at Percha Dam State Park, heading down to Leasburg Dam State Park (and you can always continue further from there, see Leasburg Dam to Shalem Colony Trail). At your put in point, just below Percha Dam, it is considered to be one of the 5 best birding spots in all of New Mexico. So take some time and enjoy! Just below the Road 154 bridge, between Rincon and Hatch, there is a fast water drop, caused by deposited material. Depending on water levels, this may need to be portaged (on the west side of the river, due to slopes). Scout this before heading down so you know what you are in for. At any of the bridge crossings, there may be strainers due to debris build up, check these out as well before you begin. Otherwise, this is a mellow and relaxing river run. $5 entrance fee per vehicle (at each park).