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Dogs at Rio Grande Nature Center State Park

Can I bring my dog, and on which trails?
No pets allowed

No, pets (other than service animals) are not allowed anywhere on the grounds of Rio Grande Nature Center State Park.

Dogs may not walk any trail or path inside the nature center grounds; leashed dogs can instead use the adjacent City of Albuquerque bosque trails just outside the park boundary.

Where dogs are allowed

Dogs may not walk any trail or path inside the nature center grounds; leashed dogs can instead use the adjacent City of Albuquerque bosque trails just outside the park boundary.

Where dogs are not allowed

The entire park grounds and nature trails

Good to know

Only service animals are permitted inside the park; this is a park-specific exception to New Mexico's usual trail-friendly policy.

Leash rule

6 feet maximum. Retractable leashes are often not allowed.

Service animals

Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.

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Last verified 2026-07-09
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Common questions

Can I bring my dog to Rio Grande Nature Center State Park?

No, pets (other than service animals) are not allowed anywhere on the grounds of Rio Grande Nature Center State Park. Dogs may not walk any trail or path inside the nature center grounds; leashed dogs can instead use the adjacent City of Albuquerque bosque trails just outside the park boundary.

What is the leash rule at Rio Grande Nature Center State Park?

6 feet maximum. Retractable leashes are often not allowed.

Where are dogs not allowed at Rio Grande Nature Center State Park?

The entire park grounds and nature trails

Are service animals allowed at Rio Grande Nature Center State Park?

Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.