Amistad National Recreation Area

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Sunset over Amistad Reservoir with Highway 90 bridge to left of photo going over the reservoir and i

About Amistad National Recreation Area

An oasis in the desert, Amistad National Recreation Area consists of the US portion of the International Amistad Reservoir. Amistad, a Spanish word meaning "friendship," is known for excellent water-based recreation, camping, hiking, and rich cultural history dating back nearly 5,000 years. Amistad is also home to a wide variety of plant and animal life both above and below the water.

Quick Facts

State Texas
Designation National Recreation Area
State Code TX
Weather Weather in Southwest Texas can change in a matter of minutes. It is best to check the local weather report. Amistad National Recreation Area usually has hot summers and mild…

Operating Hours

Amistad National Recreation Area is open throughout the year. However, some areas may experience temporary closures because of low water levels. Please see our Operation Hours and Seasons and Current Conditions pages for more specific details.

Wednesday All Day
Monday All Day
Thursday All Day
Sunday All Day
Tuesday All Day
Friday All Day
Saturday All Day

Activities

Boating Motorized Boating Sailing Jet Skiing Camping Backcountry Camping Canoe or Kayak Camping Car or Front Country Camping Group Camping RV Camping Fishing Freshwater Fishing Hiking Front-Country Hiking Hunting and Gathering Hunting Paddling Canoeing Kayaking Junior Ranger Program SCUBA Diving Swimming Freshwater Swimming Water Skiing Wildlife Watching Birdwatching Park Film Shopping Bookstore and Park Store

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