Park News
Announcements, park closures, or construction from Albuquerque Parks.
September 2020 Calendar of Events at the Open Space Visitor Center
New gallery exhibit and Outdoor Field School highlight September programs at the Visitor Center
Dakota Tree Project Honors Legacy of Dakota William Powell with New Trees at Phil Chacon
New partnership will promote memorial tree plantings at City parks
El Oso Grande Park Gets Upgraded Irrigation System, New Landscaping
Upgrades improve sustainability and beautification of popular NE Heights park
Open Space Newsletter, August 2020
Please enjoy our quarterly newsletter for staff updates, great stories from our volunteers, upcoming volunteer opportunities, new Duende onions, news from the Open Space Alliance and much more.
City Seeks Public Input to Plan the Future of the Walker Property in Wells Park
Community vision will serve as foundation for future development
Water Safety Videos and Virtual Swim Lesson Instruction
The City of Albuquerque Aquatics Division of Parks and Recreation has teamed up with UNM Health Sciences to produce several water safety, swimming lesson, and CPR demonstration videos that can be downloaded or streamed online! Click on one of the video links below to watch.
Open Space Explorer Camp Expanding to Saturdays in August
Opportunities for kids to explore nature and the great outdoors
Mayor Keller Announces Facility Upgrades to Eisenhower Pool
New shade structures and expanded deck among new amenities
City of Albuquerque, Partners Present Virtual Burque City Pollination Celebration
Complete with live music, discussions, kids activities, and more
City Re-Opens Playgrounds on Father’s Day Weekend with COVID-Safe Practices in Place
Regular cleaning and clear guidance on playing safe at City playgrounds
Open Space Summer Series Returns for 2020 Season
Participants can enjoy guided hikes, virtual discussions, engaging classes
City Pools Reopen for Lap Swim and Private Parent/Child Swim Lessons
Lap swim begins Monday, June 8 followed by private swim lessons on Monday, June 15
City Golf Courses to Reopen Saturday for Play Only
Courses will open for play with restrictions; no dine-in or retail services will be available; tee times required
Parks & Recreation Adapting Procedures to Maintain Parks, Keep Public and Staff Safe during COVID-19
Department is focused on safety and cleanliness of parks and Open Space trails
City of Albuquerque Open Space is Going Virtual with Family Nature Clubs
Join Open Space staff via Zoom this Sunday for fun and engaging ways to explore the outdoors
Rio Grande Triangle Dog Park Temporarily Closed for Tree Maintenance
Crews will be removing three declining cottonwoods and pruning other older cottonwoods.
City Makes Eubank Tunnel and I-40 Multi-Use Trail Safer with New Lighting
Eight new lights will improve visibility, increase public safety
DETOUR ALERT: Paseo del Bosque Trail Repaving Near Tingley Beach
Please follow all detour signage during construction.
APD and Open Space Division Launch Education and Enforcement Campaign
APD Open Space officers and Open Space staff will be at trailheads this weekend
Improvements to One of Albuquerque’s Favorite Trails Planned for April
Work will repave Paseo Del Bosque trail segments near Tingley Beach, plant new trees
Mayor Keller, Open Space Superintendent, Bernalillo County, and Federal Partners Encourage Residents to Visit Less-Utilized Trails and Parks to Help Keep Open Space Open
City maintains more than 29,000 acres of Open Space in foothills, Bosque, and west mesa
City of Albuquerque Invests $1.7 Million to Secure City Parks and Recreation Facilities
Funds will protect local residents and families as well as City assets
DETOUR ANNOUNCEMENT: Final Work on North Diversion Channel Trail Improvements Begins
Final epoxy layer will be applied to all seven resurfaced bridges
POSTPONED: Proposed Municipal Golf Course Greens Fee Increase
The City of Albuquerque is proposing to increase the greens fees at City golf courses.
February GARTC Meeting Canceled
The meeting scheduled for Tuesday, February 18, 2020 has been canceled.
Major Track and Field Events Making Albuquerque Indoor Track Capital of the World
USATF, NCAA Indoor Championships demonstrate viability of sports tourism in local economy
January 2020 Calendar of Events at the Open Space Visitor Center
Come visit the Open Space Visitor Center for a fun slate of events in January!
City of Albuquerque Invites Neighborhoods to Help Activate City Parks
Parks & Recreation, Cultural Services team up to offer financial assistance for community events in parks
Detours Planned on North Diversion Channel during Bridge Deck Replacements
Seven North Diversion Channel Bridges will be renovated with new deck surfaces. Preliminary trail work is scheduled to begin December 2, 2019 and bridge construction is scheduled to begin on December 9, 2019.