Rio Grande Nature Center

Rio Grande Nature Center

Located on the central Rio Grande flyway, Rio Grande Nature Center State Park is winter home to Canada geese, sandhill cranes, and various species of ducks and other waterfowl. A trail system along the river, classrooms, and an extensive library with viewing areas add to this valuable public resource.

The bosque, a cottonwood-covered river bottom, features two miles of nature trails, which wind through partially wooded areas to open sand flats alongside the Rio Grande. During the fall and winter months, sandhill cranes, Canada geese and several types of ducks take advantage of this peaceful pit stop. Occasionally, visitors also can spot secretive residents like coyotes, raccoons and beaver.

The Nature Center offers naturalist-led hikes, bosque exploration, exhibits, hands-on activities, teacher workshops, seasonal classes and special events for visitors of all ages. A highlight of the Nature Center is its glass-walled library, which provides a unique opportunity to view bosque birds and other wildlife in their natural habitat. A speaker system transmits the real sounds of pond life into the room.

Rio Grande Nature Center
2901 Candelaria Road NW
Albuquerque, NM 87107
Phone (505) 344-7240
www.emnrd.state.nm.us/PRD/RGNC.htm