Sarah J.
12/27/2025
The volunteers and staff here are lovely. You can tell they pour a lot of care into this place. It's a great spot to bring kids down walk, or enjoy on of the parks events.
Rio Grande Nature Center State Park
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2901 Candelaria Rd NW
Albuquerque, NM 87107
The Rio Grande Nature Center State Park is a New Mexico State Park located adjacent to the Rio Grande in Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA. The Rio Grande Nature Center is a 38-acre urban wildlife preserve established in 1982. About two thirds of the grounds of the Park are set aside as habitat for wildlife. There are indoor and outdoor wildlife viewing areas overlooking ponds, a native plant garden, and a pollinator garden as well as access to the city-managed trails to the Rio Grande and Bosque. The Visitor Center offers informative displays and a unique Nature Shop. The park is day-use only, no camping. Leashed pets are allowed in the parking area and on the adjacent city trails only.
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4.538 reviewsSteven D.
7/1/2025
We had a little accident riding and fell on a trail. Walked into the visitor center and was immediately helped by the nicest lady. She made our stay so much better. Thank you so much Patty P.
Barney F.
10/10/2024
Nice mixture of botanical landscapes depicted in the Botanic Gardens. An Amazingly old, established wisteria archway /canopy hidden away shades you on a hot summer day. An atrium offering desert...
Marcus F.
1/10/2019
A fun (less-than-two-hours-long) outdoor experience when visiting Albuquerque. For three American Dollars you can park and hike the Nature Center's various short trails. Ultimately you'll make...
Cliff K.
11/14/2021
This is a very nice park and it's accessible with lots of parking. There's a very nice trail to the river and plenty of tree cover for both shade and leaf peeping. There is pond that you can see...
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