Rio Grande Valley State Park - Tingley Beach Bosque Trails

New Mexico · Southwest

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Rio Grande Valley State Park - Tingley Beach Bosque Trails is a productive birding destination in New Mexico, with 263 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Cinnamon Teal among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Vermilion Flycatcher

Pyrocephalus rubinus

3/6/2026Heritage Hills Park1 observed

Mexican Duck

Anas diazi

3/5/2026ABQ BioPark--Tingley Lagoon1 observed

Chestnut-sided Warbler

Setophaga pensylvanica

3/5/2026UNM--Main Campus (including Duck Pond)1 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

3/5/2026Fairview Cemetery1 observed

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

3/5/2026Rio Grande Valley SP--Open Space Visitor Center Bosque Trails1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

63/6/2026

Wood Duck

83/6/2026

Gadwall

33/6/2026

American Wigeon

53/6/2026

Mallard

23/6/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

13/6/2026

Mourning Dove

13/6/2026

American Coot

53/6/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

13/6/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

23/6/2026

Great Egret

13/6/2026

Belted Kingfisher

13/6/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Northern Flicker

13/6/2026

American Crow

13/6/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

13/6/2026

Bewick's Wren

13/6/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

43/6/2026

Spotted Towhee

13/6/2026

Rock Pigeon

13/5/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Rio Grande Valley State Park - Tingley Beach Bosque Trails for birding?
The best months to visit Rio Grande Valley State Park - Tingley Beach Bosque Trails for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Rio Grande Valley State Park - Tingley Beach Bosque Trails?
Notable species at Rio Grande Valley State Park - Tingley Beach Bosque Trails include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Cinnamon Teal, American Wigeon, Mallard. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Rio Grande Valley State Park - Tingley Beach Bosque Trails?
Birding at Rio Grande Valley State Park - Tingley Beach Bosque Trails is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Rio Grande Valley State Park - Tingley Beach Bosque Trails?
Rio Grande Valley State Park - Tingley Beach Bosque Trails offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.