Vista Del Norte Park - Albuquerque, NM
Vista Del Norte Park Dog Park in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Vista Del Norte Park offers a spacious, pet-friendly green area in Albuquerque, New Mexico, perfect for dog owners seeking a convenient and scenic spot for outdoor activities. The park features a dedicated dog park area, two pavilions for gatherings, and plenty of open fields ideal for dogs and owners to run and play. Its proximity to picturesque mountain views and its open design make it an attractive destination year-round, especially during special events like the annual hot air balloon festival.
Beyond the dog park, Vista Del Norte Park is a family-friendly space with a playground (including a popular zip line and climbing structures), walking/jogging trails, and soccer fields. It’s an excellent choice for Albuquerque locals and visitors looking for a dog-friendly park where both two-legged and four-legged friends can socialize and enjoy the outdoors. Ample parking and beautiful sunsets enhance the experience, but restrooms are limited to seasonal portable toilets and there is no nighttime lighting, so plan visits accordingly.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are dogs allowed off-leash at this park? Yes, dogs are allowed off-leash in the designated dog park area.
- Is there a fenced area for dogs? Yes, there is a fenced area specifically for dogs at this park.
- Is there a playground or activities for kids nearby? Yes, the park features an extensive playground with a zip line and climbing areas.
- Are there benches or seating areas for owners? Yes, there are pavilions and picnic areas with seating available.
- Is there parking available? Yes, the park has plenty of parking space for visitors.
- Are restrooms available for owners? Restrooms are limited to portable toilets, available seasonally and placed at some distance from the playground area.
Reviews
Park was good and well kept. People visiting were kinda different and was a quick stop in and out for some people changing cloths and eating lunch in their car. Easy to watch your kids if you attentive and don’t let them run wild.
Park was good and well kept. People visiting were kinda different and was a quick stop in and out for some people changing cloths and eating lunch in their car. Easy to watch your kids if you attentive and don’t let them run wild.
This park is a large grass field popular for soccer. It has a small playground for young kids on the SW corner. It is also popular for walkers being at least a mile around the outside. Most of that walk is in full sun, no shade. The park feels safe and clean but is near a busy road, Osuna, so it’s not quiet.
The playground was awesome. There was a zip line and a lot of cool climbing spots. Rest of Park is just green space good for playing soccer, maybe flying a kite. Important to know there are no bathrooms. There may be port-a-potties sometimes but not on my visit. Beautiful view of the Mountains. Flat all the way around. Dog park was available and 2 pavilions.
The playground was awesome. There was a zip line and a lot of cool climbing spots. Rest of Park is just green space good for playing soccer, maybe flying a kite. Important to know there are no bathrooms. There may be port-a-potties sometimes but not on my visit. Beautiful view of the Mountains. Flat all the way around. Dog park was available and 2 pavilions.
The playground was awesome. There was a zip line and a lot of cool climbing spots. Rest of Park is just green space good for playing soccer, maybe flying a kite. Important to know there are no bathrooms. There may be port-a-potties sometimes but not on my visit. Beautiful view of the Mountains. Flat all the way around. Dog park was available and 2 pavilions.
There is a large, open field with a pathway around for walking/jogging. I believe they hold hot-air balloon events here. The balloons I photographed were in the distance.
There is a large, open field with a pathway around for walking/jogging. I believe they hold hot-air balloon events here. The balloons I photographed were in the distance.
There is a large, open field with a pathway around for walking/jogging. I believe they hold hot-air balloon events here. The balloons I photographed were in the distance.
A very beautiful park that has things for all children ages 2 to 12. Seems like most of the children love the zip line. There will be a wait for your child to use it but I guarantee they will love it. Can hold a lot of weight, I’m a grown big kid, 6 foot, 275 pounds and it was able to hold my weight easily as well as my children. The park sits next to a massive field that has a multitude of soccer goal posts. This place is a sight to behold, especially during the annual hot air balloon festival where it serves as a landing spot for the hot air balloons. I believe during that time of year, they put Porta potties out but I haven’t seen a bathroom (it could be on the other side, remember the space is massive). Not only are some of the views breathtaking (like the mountains in the background) but so is the sun set and the moon. I think I came during a super moon. The only downsides to the park are, no bathroom, no lights (when it gets dark, it gets dark, and the playground is filled with wood chips. When it’s windy, dust will fly. Other than that, it’s a fun, safe place to be. You’ll definitely enjoy.