Coastal birding habitat

Rio Grande Valley State Park - Tingley Beach Bosque Trails

New Mexico · Southwest

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
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

Red-eyed Vireo

Vireo olivaceus

6/2/2026Cibola NF--Doc Long Picnic Ground & Bill Spring Trail1 observed

Cassin's Vireo

Vireo cassinii

6/2/2026Cibola NF--Doc Long Picnic Ground & Bill Spring Trail1 observed

Song Sparrow

Melospiza melodia

6/2/2026Durand Open Space & adjacent bosque trails1 observed

Mexican Duck

Anas diazi

6/1/2026Rio Grande Valley SP--Tingley Beach Bosque Trails2 observed

Hooded Warbler

Setophaga citrina

6/1/2026Rio Grande Valley SP--Tingley Beach Bosque Trails1 observed

White-eyed Vireo

Vireo griseus

6/1/2026Corrales Bosque--Romero Rd. Entrance1 observed

Bell's Vireo

Vireo bellii

6/1/2026Valle de Oro NWR1 observed

Yellow-headed Blackbird

Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus

6/1/2026Valle de Oro NWR1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow (Dark-lored)

Zonotrichia leucophrys

6/1/2026East side Bosque and clear Ditch north of Alameda Albuquerque US-NM (35.2041,-106.6285)1 observed

Purple Martin

Progne subis

5/31/2026Corrales Bosque--Romero Rd. Entrance1 observed

Bald Eagle

Haliaeetus leucocephalus

5/30/2026Rio Grande Valley SP--Rio Bravo Eastside Bosque Trails2 observed

American Redstart

Setophaga ruticilla

5/30/2026Rio Grande Valley SP--Central Ave. Eastside Bosque Trails1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

246/2/2026

Wood Duck

146/2/2026

Mallard

166/2/2026

Mourning Dove

66/2/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

106/2/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

66/2/2026

Snowy Egret

16/2/2026

Belted Kingfisher

16/2/2026

Downy Woodpecker

16/2/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

26/2/2026

Northern Flicker

16/2/2026

Western Wood-Pewee

36/2/2026

Say's Phoebe

16/2/2026

Ash-throated Flycatcher

36/2/2026

Western Warbling Vireo

16/2/2026

American Crow

46/2/2026

Barn Swallow

16/2/2026

Cliff Swallow

186/2/2026

Bushtit

26/2/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

46/2/2026

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.