Rio Grande Valley State Park

Nature & parks
In Albuquerque, New Mexico
0.8 mi from Route 66

Rio Grande Valley State Park is an open space in Albuquerque, NM, set aside in 1983 and named for the Rio Grande Valley. Despite the name, it is not run like a typical state park: several local, state and federal agencies, along with other organizations, share the job of managing it. It lies close to the old road and right by the ABQ BioPark Zoo, making it an easy nature break in the city.

What is Rio Grande Valley State Park?

A protected stretch of open land rather than a park with a single gate and visitor center. The shared management means rules and access can differ from one area to the next.

Visiting Rio Grande Valley State Park: tips

Check local information for access points before you go. The ABQ BioPark Zoo is about 0.4 miles away, and Tower Court and the El Vado Auto Court are each about 1.1 miles off.

Practical info

Website: emnrd.nm.gov/spd/find-a-park/rio-grande-nature-center-state-park
Hours: We have no opening hours for this stop yet — check the official site.
On site & nearby

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Where to eat near Rio Grande Valley State Park

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Diner & restaurant
El Modelo
Albuquerque, NM · 1.2 mi from Rio Grande Valley State Park
A Barelas restaurant in Albuquerque that began in 1929 as the El Modelo Tortilla Factory.
Diner & restaurant
Mac's La Sierra
Albuquerque, NM · 2.1 mi from Rio Grande Valley State Park
A New Mexican restaurant on Albuquerque's West Central Avenue, the city's Route 66, dating from 1952.
Diner & restaurant
Frontier Restaurant
Albuquerque, NM · 2.9 mi from Rio Grande Valley State Park
A big New Mexican restaurant near UNM on Central Avenue, hung with portraits of John Wayne.