Santa Fe River watershed


The Santa Fe River watershed in New Mexico includes the Santa [Fe River (New Mexico)|Santa Fe River], a network of arroyos, and the aquifer they supply through infiltration. The river is fed by an extensive network of tributary arroyos, which define much of the landscape of Santa Fe and surrounding areas.
Besides drainage, the arroyos provide a network of pathways for recreation and exercise when they are dry. Health of the hydrologic basin and associated habitats within the local ecosystem is promoted by the Santa Fe Watershed Association.

Upper watershed

The upper watershed is protected from human-caused erosion by hiking restrictions.

Middle watershed

Significant arroyos include Arroyo de los Chamisos, Arroyo Hondo, Arroyo de la Piedra, Arroyo de los Pinos, Canada Ancha, Arroyo Barranca, Arroyo Rosario, Arroyo Mascaras, Arroyo en Medio, Arroyo del Cerro, and Arroyo Saiz.

Lower watershed

Arroyo Mascaras has tunnels called Heaven and Hell under Paseo de Peralta.