THE 7 MOST IMPORTANT RIVERS OF MORELOS - GEOGRAPHY - 2025

The rivers of Morelos are characterized by having little extension. They cross the state and reach the slopes of the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. The channels of these rivers run through the mountains of central Mexico.

For this reason they turn out to be the largest, given the great abundance of rainfall. The rivers of Morelos are between very green regions and for this reason they are the attraction of tourists and inhabitants of the region.

In these rivers, various sports and recreational activities are usually carried out, such as rafting or canoeing. Morelos has thirteen rivers, among which the Amacuzac, the Yauptepec, the Tejaltepec, the Tepalcingo and the Cuautla stand out.

The 7 main rivers of Morelos

1- Amacuzac River

It is born in the mountain of the Nevado de Toluca volcano and becomes a tributary of the Balsas river. The thawing process also gives rise to the Chontalcoatlán and San Jerónimo rivers.

The Amacuzac River crosses the state of Morelos from east to west and receives the waters of the Tembembe, Chalma, Apatlaco, Yautepec and Cuautla rivers.

This is the most important river in the tourist field, because there are various extreme sports such as rafting.

2- Cuautla River

It is born in the Pazulco region, in the Los Sabinos, Santa Rosa and San Cristóbal ecological protection zones, and carries water to the towns of Apatlaco.

It is one of the most beautiful rivers in the region, thanks to the contrast of its waters with the natural green landscape.

3- Yautepec River

Itzamatitlán is the birthplace of the Yautepec River. After a long journey, it joins the Amacuzac river, the largest in Morelos.

The Yautepec River receives the waters of the Tlayacapan and Totolapan streams. Bordering its channel is the Las Estacas Aquatic Natural Park.

The Yautepec river basin has a varied and lush vegetation that, in contrast to the green waters of the river, create a perfect environment for resting and practicing various sports.

It is stated that the emperor Moctezuma enjoyed sitz baths in this river, given the temperature and purity of its water, and also because of its proximity to the city of Tenochtitlán.

4- Tembembe River

Once it has passed through the state of Mexico, the Tembembe river crosses the state of Morelos, passing through the municipalities of Cuernavaca, Miacatlan and Mazatepec.

In its southern direction it joins the Chalma River at Puente Ixtla and serves as a tributary to the El Rodeo lagoon.

5- Rio Salado

Although it is important for its extension, many consider it a stream given its low flow. It is located very close to Cajones, Campo Nuevo and Miahuatlán.

6- El Sabino River

The El Sabino river is located in the region of Los Sabinos, Río Verde and Araucaria. Its waters create a very natural space due to the abundant vegetation that accompanies its channel.

7- River Chalma

It was born in the Chalma sanctuary and from there it receives its name. It is a mighty river and has several tributaries known as "apantles".

In pre-Hispanic times the water channels that carried water to the crops were called apantles.

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