Tingley Beach

Enjoy wildlife, fishing, picnics, and hiking just minutes from downtown Albuquerque near the Rio Grande.

Located adjacent to the Rio Grande Bosque, Tingley Beach consists of 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. New Mexico 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 model boating opportunities.

Please be respectful of other users, the environment and waterfowl by observing Tingley Beach rules and regulations.

Use of Tingley Beach is first-come, first-served. No reservations or timed-entry tickets are required.

Grilling is restricted during fire season and varies as fire risk changes.

Please note that the Train Station and the Cafe are currently CLOSED. Guests are encouraged to bring their own food and beverage items, especially water.

Fishing

The Central Pond and Children's Pond are restocked approximately every 3-4 weeks by the New Mexico Game and Fish Department.

Anglers ages 12+ need a valid NM fishing license. Admission to the ponds is free.

Explore, Boat, Relax

Birds swim at Tingley Beach during sunset. Photo courtesy of Alex MC Tran.

Pack a picnic and enjoy the outdoors.

Upcoming Events

Visit the ABQ BioPark Calendar

Latest BioPark News

Mayor Keller and ABQ BioPark Mark Completion of First Phase of Zoo's Asia Exhibit

Elephant overlook to open to the public soon for families to enjoy.

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Mexican Gray Wolf Program Continues With New Wolves Coming to the BioPark Soon

The ABQ BioPark continues to contribute to the Mexican Gray Wolf Species Survival Plan by serving as a breeding and holding facility.

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New Pollinator Exhibit at Tingley Beach

Visitors can learn how to support local pollinators in their backyard at this brand new exhibit.

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Great News for ABQ BioPark Ape Community

After nearly two months battling the highly infectious Shigella bacteria, animals resume with normal activities.

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Join Us at the Zoo for Some New Animal Presentations

Komodo strolls and tortoise chats offer educational experiences for visitors.

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ABQ BioPark Ocelot Lucy Receives Sperm From Wild Male

The artificial insemination could help bolster conservation efforts for wild ocelots and increase genetic diversity in zoo-based populations.

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Plant Vandals Destroy Endangered Agave Titanota Cluster at the Garden

Some visitors have carved their initials into these plants, threatening their health and conservation of the species.

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ABQ BioPark Announces New Wildlife Partnership with Valles Caldera National Preserve

5-year agreement to protect local endangered wildlife.

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ABQ BioPark Reveals Name of New Baby Hippo

And the name is...

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Siamang Rue Loses Fight Against Shigella

While the ABQ BioPark is encouraged by the recovery of most of its apes, staff mourn the loss of the siamang infant.

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Johore the Siamang Dies from Shigella Complications

The ABQ BioPark continues to treat for the highly infectious bacteria, which can cause GI distress and death in primates.

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Statement from the ABQ BioPark Concerning Apes

Some of our primates are off exhibit and under care for a bacterial infection.

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The ABQ BioPark is deeply saddened by the passing of beloved gorilla Huerfanita

Huerfanita died of complications from the bacterial infection affecting the Zoo’s gorillas, orangutans and siamangs

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The ABQ BioPark is heartbroken at the unexpected death of siamang Brian

Bacterial infection affecting the Zoo’s gorillas, orangutans and siamangs.

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ABQ BioPark plays a leading role in freshwater fish conservation in the Caribbean and around the globe

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Karen Gives Birth

The 19-year-old Nile hippopotamus welcomed her third calf.

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ABQ BioPark Expecting a Baby Hippo

Mom Karen trained to participate in an ultrasound and is nearing her due date.

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ABQ BioPark loses Francis the capybara

He will be missed by his caretakers and guests.

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Keepers Discover 10 Slender-Snouted Crocodile Eggs on World Croc Day

While it's unlikely they're fertile, it's a good indication that the female is comfortable in her home here at the ABQ BioPark.

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ABQ BioPark Team Investigates Water Quality Issue in the Model Boat Pond

The water in the pond had recently become unbalanced.

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New Siamang Baby at the ABQ BioPark Zoo

Brian and Johore welcome their fourth offspring.

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New Associate Director Rounds Out ABQ BioPark Leadership Team

Bob Lee brings more than 20 years of animal care experience.

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Job Opening: Guest Experience - Rangers

Full-time and part-time positions are available at Tingley Beach.

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Evening Tours Return at the ABQ BioPark

Attendees will learn about the fascinating nighttime behaviors of pollinators, night-blooming plants, nocturnal animals and more during evening tours at the Zoo and Botanic Garden.

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ABQ BioPark Announces Summer Hours

Zoo, Aquarium and Botanic Garden now open seven days a week, special evening hours throughout June.

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Mayor Tim Keller and ABQ BioPark Break Ground on Asia Exhibit

Asia is the Zoo's first major expansion in decades and will feature expanded habitats for snow leopards, orangutans, Malayan tigers and more.

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Two New Chimpanzees at the Zoo

Females Zoe and Siri came from the Oklahoma City Zoo as part of a Species Survival Plan breeding recommendation.

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Spring in Full Swing at the Botanic Garden

Butterflies and Bees reopens, new honeybee exhibit at BUGarium and spring flowers in bloom

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ABQ BioPark Aquarium Plans for Reopening

Visitors can return to the ABQ BioPark Aquarium after more than a year of closure.

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Mayor Tim Keller and Director Stephanie Stowell Give Update on Improvements at ABQ BioPark

GRT funds help with infrastructure upgrades, renovations and expanded exhibits; construction expedited during pandemic

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