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
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.
Activities
Getting There
Amistad National Recreation Area is located on the US-Mexico border 7 miles west of the Del Rio city limit and 6 miles west of the US Highway 90 and 277 North intersection. The park is 160 miles west of San Antonio on US Highway 90 and about 230 miles east of Big Bend National Park via US Highway 90 and US Highway 385. Access to Amistad from the north or south is via US 277/377. The visitor center address is 10477 Highway 90 West, Del Rio, TX 78840.
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Topics & Themes
Things To Do
Hiking at Amistad
These trails at Amistad National Recreation Area will provide opportunities for wildlife watching, lake views, and quiet reflection.
Swimming at Amistad
Swimming and playing in the water at Governors Landing, and throughout the park, is popular during Amistad National Recreation Area's…
Swimming and playing in the water at Governors Landing, and throughout the park, is popular during Amistad National Recreation Area's…
Boating at Amistad
Boating at Amistad National Recreation Area
From open water to narrow, steeply walled canyons, Lake Amistad is a great place for boating. The park boundary extends…
Hike the Diablo East Nature Trail
Hiking at Amistad - Diablo East Nature Trail
Visitor Centers
Amistad National Recreation Area Visitor Center
The Visitor Center offers several park-related movies. _Transparent Border_ is the park's official movie about how the reservoir came to influence a relationship between the…
Hours: The Amistad Visitor Center offers a bookstore, pass sales, park videos, Amistad hunting permits, and park exhibits.
Campgrounds
277 North Campground
277 North Campground is generally open year-round and rarely fills up. A boat launch ramp off the campground may be available depending on lake levels.…
Governors Landing Campground
Governors Landing Campground is open year-round and rarely fills up, except possibly on holiday weekends. It is suitable for tents and RVs up to 28…
Rock Quarry Group Campsite
Rock Quarry Group Campsite is open year-round and is a limited development campsite. It offers a private space for a group of up to 35…
Rough Canyon Campground
Rough Canyon Campground is generally open year-round and is in close proximity to a boat ramp. There may be a camp host on duty in…
San Pedro Campground
San Pedro Campground is open year-round and rarely fills to capacity. Of Amistad's campgrounds, it is the best suited for large RVs. This campground is…
Spur 406 Campground
Spur 406 Campground is generally open year-round and rarely fills up, except possibly on holiday weekends. It may close on occasion due to high water…
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