Tingley Beach
Enjoy fishing, boating, picnics and hiking just minutes from downtown Albuquerque near the Rio Grande.
Located adjacent to the Rio Grande Bosque, Tingley Beach consists of three fishing ponds that are open to the public, free of charge. All anglers are required to have a New Mexico fishing license. You can purchase a fishing license here. Game and Fish representatives and/or ABQ BioPark Security will be monitoring for license compliance.
Tingley Beach also offers wildlife watching, paths for running and walking, and boating opportunities.
Please be respectful of other users, the environment and waterfowl by observing Tingley Beach rules and regulations.
Fishing
Anglers ages 12+ need a valid NM fishing license. Admission to the ponds is free.
- Fish from dawn to dusk!
- Read the latest fishing report
- Central Pond
- Catch & Release Pond
- Children's Pond
Explore, Boat, Relax
Pack a picnic and enjoy the outdoors.
Upcoming Events
Visit the ABQ BioPark Calendar
Latest BioPark News
Summer Half Price Weekend at the ABQ BioPark
Enjoy half off regular admission costs at the Botanic Garden, Zoo and Aquarium.
Reticulated Giraffe Camilla
Gives Birth to Healthy Female Calf ABQ BioPark Welcomes Its Second Giraffe Calf of 2019.
Get a Taste of Japan at the Botanic Garden
Special three-course feast in the Japanese Garden this August.
ABQ BioPark Part of Plastic Free EcoChallenge
Zoos and Aquariums across the nation are competing during the month of July to see who can ditch the most plastic for the planet.
Solar Panel Installation in the Zoo Parking Lot
Construction begins June 3.
Tuesday After-Hours Tours All Summer
Join us at the Zoo, Botanic Garden and Bosque to Find Out What Happens When the Sun Goes Down at the ABQ BioPark.
Wolf Pups Born at the Zoo as Part of Conservation Plan
This is the first lobo birth in Albuquerque in nearly 15 years.
ABQ BioPark Welcomes New Gorilla, Says Farewell and Good Luck to Gorillas and Giraffes
Moves are all part of Species Survival Plans recommended by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.
Penguins Have Arrived
Penguin Chill exhibit to open after an acclimation period.
Summer Activities at the Zoo
Enjoy a variety of special experiences from pedal boats to special animal feedings and shows.
BioPark Summer Music Tickets On Sale Now
Musicians represent a variety of genres from across the country and globe.
Keychains for Change
ABQ BioPark hosted craft making event to help the endangered saola.
Meet the Zoo's Four Snow Leopards
Azeo, Sarani, Dash and Yeti all have their own personalities.
Solar Panels Being Installed at the BioPark
Carport-style solar panels will offer shaded spaces in Zoo and Botanic Garden parking lots in addition to generating renewable energy.
Meet the Axolotl
Come see the "Mexican water fish" in the BioPark's "Life on a Limb" exhibit.
Sprouting Young Gardeners
Botanic Garden is partnering with Mandy’s Farm to give youth vocational experience.
ABQ BioPark Welcomes New Komodo Dragon
Young female dragon is acclimating to her new home.
Highlights from the Winter Fire Colors Show
Check out some of the Mediterranean Conservatory's best winter blooms.
ABQ BioPark Animals Featured in National Geographic Photo Ark
Photographer Joel Sartore captured images of fish, birds, reptiles and arthropods.
Snow Day!
See how the ABQ BioPark's animals enjoyed January snow.
Teachers from New Mexico Schools Converge to Learn about Incorporating Ocean Science into the Classroom
Workshop organized by ABQ BioPark and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
The ABQ BioPark Goes Wild
The majority of the BioPark’s focus is on the animals in the facility's care, but veterinary staff also helps wild animals in need.
Learn More About Home Gardening and Vineyards
The ABQ BioPark offers two new workshop series at the Botanic Garden.
ABQ BioPark Announces Loss of Komodo Dragon
18-year-old Sunny had age-related kidney failure.
Mayor Tim Keller Welcomes Male Giraffe Baby at ABQ BioPark
Mother Niara and son Neelix doing well.
Aquarium Overnights Are Back
Come "Snooze with the Sea Turtles" at the ABQ BioPark.
Otters Make Themselves at Home
After about 6 months in their new exhibit, Chaos and Mayhem are thriving.
New Lobo Arrives Via Specially Chartered Flight
Mexican Wolf Part of Recovery Program.
ABQ BioPark releases 48,000 Rio Grande silvery minnows this fall
Conservation program at the ABQ BioPark is in its 18th year.
2018 in Review
It's been an incredibly busy year at the ABQ BioPark