Rio Grande Nature Center State Park

New Mexico State Park

Entrance fee$5 / vehicle
Elevation4,968 ft
CampingDay use only
DirectionsOfficial New Mexico State Parks page

About Rio Grande Nature Center State Park

An Albuquerque day-use park on the Rio Grande flyway, with indoor and outdoor blinds over the ponds. Native plant and pollinator gardens, plus trail access into the bosque.

Things to do

Amenities & facilities

Facility rentals

Pavilions and meeting rooms you can reserve for groups and events.

Entrance fee

$5 per vehicle — Parking $5 per vehicle.

Hours

PARK: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

VISITOR CENTER

9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

GIFT SHOP

Monday – Thursday

10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Friday – Sunday

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Hours as published by New Mexico State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.

Contact

Phone505-344-7240

Address2901 Candelaria Rd., NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107

Upcoming events at Rio Grande Nature Center State Park

Event details and registration are on the New Mexico State Parks calendar.

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