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Rio Grande Nature Center
2901 Candelaria Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107
+1 505 344 7240
site: Rio Grande Nature Center
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A long, underground culvert leads you to the visitor's center where exhibits explain the geology, wildlife and plant life of the area. Rio Grande Nature Center is a beautiful place to visit with its walking bridge and cottonwood shaded pathways. This wildlife refuge is situated along the Rio Grande and is a great way to learn about the ecosystem of the Bosque. Take a leisurely stroll, a bike ride or an invigorating hike on one of the walking trails.

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