Wild and Scenic River
On June 6, 1990, 20.5 miles (33 km) of the Pecos River—from its headwaters to the townsite of Tererro—received National Wild and Scenic River designation. It includes 13.5 miles (22 km) designated "wild" and 7 miles (11 km) designated "recreational."
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Pecos River between Terrerro and Pecos, New Mexico
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The Pecos River flowing south of Grandfalls, Texas
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Pecos River near the Rio Grande
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