An extensive trail system provides ample birding opportunities. Multiple water impoundments and canals are seasonally filled, typically with the highest water levels in winter. The tallest vegetation is along the trails nearest the visitor center, but scrubby Tornillo habitat throughout the park can be productive for songbirds. Sparrows can be particularly abundant in winter. 

The two wetland cells, if filled with water, can hold hundreds of ducks of multiple species. 

Ducks and sparrows of multiple species in winter. If water levels are adequate, marsh and/or wading birds can be common. Hawks, including Harris's, can be found throughout the park. 

Small rock piles with shade canopies for Burrowing Owls have been installed throughout the park.

A city-owned park maintained by the University of Texas El Paso. Extensive restoration areas focused on riparian bosque and wetland habitats. 

The park is open dawn to dusk, 7 days a week, and is free to the public.

The El Paso Rio Loop is a part of the Texas Parks and Wildlife's Great Texas Wildlife Trails, Far West Texas Wildlife Trail.

Three main trails through the park, the Bosque, Wetland, and Rio loop trails, but many smaller trails wind through the park. A map is shown to the right.