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.

Currently, all guests ages 2 and older are required to wear face masks and to maintain social distancing - 6 feet apart from others. Please do your part to help keep Tingley Beach safe and open.

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, the Train Station, Catch & Release Pond, 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 were last restocked with catfish on July 30, 2020. The pond is 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

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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ABQ BioPark Says Farewell to One Gorilla, Welcomes Another

Moves Are Part of Western Lowland Gorilla Species Survival Plan.

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ABQ BioPark Hosts Landscape Architect that Designed Sasebo Japanese Garden in 2007

Toru Tanaka is a noted authority in Japanese landscape design.

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RESCHEDULED: ABQ BioPark to Host Virtual Science Cafe with India's Elephant Doctor and Author

Viewers will learn about Dr. Kushal Konwar Sarma's elephant conservation work and Janie Chodosh's new book.

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Research Initiative Brings Light to Fireflies in New Mexico and Beyond

ABQ BioPark Assessors Help Lay Important Groundwork for Firefly Conservation

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ABQ BioPark Says Goodbye to Penari the Malayan Tiger, Welcomes His Brother Bunga

Moves are part of the Species Survival Plan for this critically endangered tiger subspecies.

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Zoo and Botanic Garden Open Mondays and Tuesdays for Spring Break

Facilities will be open March 15, 16, 22 and 23 in anticipation of more visitors.

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ABQ BioPark Says Goodbye to Genade the Hartmann's mountain zebra

Genade had been at the BioPark since November 2016.

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Help Us Save the Lives of Thousands of Sea Turtles

Endangered turtles in Texas are at risk due to unprecedented freezing weather.

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New Mexico BioPark Society to host an online auction

All funds will support the ABQ BioPark.

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Get Wild With the ABQ BioPark This Spring Break

Youth from toddlers to teens can choose from a variety of camps including in-person and virtual options.

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Zoo Says Goodbye to Azeo the Snow Leopard

He was the oldest male in Association of Zoos and Aquariums facilities.

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In Boost to Conservation of Endangered Species, ABQ BioPark's Wolf Pack to Be Released Into the Wild

Kawi, Ryder & 7 pups temporarily in a facility in Mexico, will be introduced to the wild after learning to hunt, survive on their own.

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Enjoy Botanic Garden Lights Before They Disappear

Just over a week left for evening hours, featuring visitors' favorite displays from River of Lights.

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Botanic Garden Night Hours FAQ

Learn more about our night hours at the garden, which will run from Dec. 12, 2020 - Jan. 17, 2021.

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ABQ BioPark to reopen Botanic Garden with Adjusted Daytime, New Nighttime Hours

While timed ticketing still applies, night visitors can stroll through a winter wonderland with lighted holiday sculptures.

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ABQ BioPark to Reopen Zoo and Tingley Beach

Facilities to Open Thursday with Continued Safety Practices to Keep Visitors Safe.

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Water Filtration Systems to Get an Upgrade Thanks to Parks and Recreation Department

The ABQ BioPark received about $300,000 worth of pumps, sand filters and related equipment.

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Reptile Team Wins City Award for Safety

Award is given quarterly to to individuals or work sections.

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