Red River Live Cam

The Red River has a rich history in New Mexico, dating back thousands of years to when the area was inhabited by various Native American tribes. The river was an important source of water, food, and transportation for these tribes, and their presence is evidenced by numerous artifacts and rock art found throughout the area.

In the 16th century, Spanish explorers arrived in the region and began to establish settlements, including Santa Fe, which was founded in 1610. The Spanish quickly recognized the importance of the Red River and its surrounding lands for agriculture and grazing, and began to use the area for ranching and farming.

Throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, the Red River region saw numerous conflicts between various Native American tribes and European settlers. The Comanche and Apache tribes in particular resisted the encroachment of European settlers on their traditional lands, and waged a series of battles and raids against them.