Amistad National Recreation Area
An oasis in the desert, Amistad National Recreation Area consists of the US portion of the International Amistad Reservoir. Amistad, whose name comes from the Spanish word meaning friendship, is best known for excellent water-based recreation, camping, hiking, rock art viewing, and its rich cultural history. Amistad is also home to a wide variety of plant and animal life above and below the water.
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Six miles west of the HWY 90 and 277 North intersection at 10477 Highway 90 West.
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San Pedro Campground Campground
List of Campsites30 sites suitable for tents or RVs and 5 tent-only sites. No drinking water or hookups available. Campground is accessed via a 1¼ mile graded gravel road. Each site costs $6/night.
Governors Landing Campground Campground
List of CampsitesGovernors Landing is the only campground in the park with potable water available. This campsite has access to some of the most popular swimming areas in the park as well.
Rough Canyon Camground Campground
List of CampsitesThe Rough Canyon Campground is a small campground located on the Devils River.
277 North Campground Campground
List of Campsites17 sites each with a covered picnic table and a BBQ grill. The sites are suitable for tents or RVs. No drinking water or hookups available.
Spur 406 Campground Campground
List of Campsites6 sites suitable for tents or RVs. No drinking water or hookups available.
San Pedro Group Campground Campground
List of CampsitesOverview
Situated on the United States-Mexico border, Amistad National Recreation Area is known
primarily for excellent year-round, water-based recreation including boating, fishing,
swimming, scuba diving, and waterskiing. Amistad National Recreation Area also provides
opportunities for picnicking, camping, and hunting. Amistad Dam created the reservoir at
the confluence of the Rio Grande, Devils, and Pecos Rivers in 1969. In addition to excellent
recreation, Amistad National Recreation Area is rich in archeology and rock art and contains
a wide variety of plant and animal life. Amistad park headquarters is in Del Rio, Texas,
population 35,000
Recreation
Amistad National Recreation Area offers a diverse array of land- and
water-based recreational opportunities, including fishing, swimming, boating, birding,
hiking, picnicking, camping, and hunting. Visitors can experience expansive views,
night skies, and a number of the area’s rock art sites. Examples of facilities that support
these activities include boat ramps, picnic and camping areas, and hiking trails.
Facilities
The group campground offers a private primitive camping space for up to 75 people. The site has a large pavilion, vault toilet, campfire ring with benches, pedestal grill and table. Bring your own water as water is not available at this site. Leashed pets are welcome.
Natural Features
Amistad National Recreation Area consists of 57,292.44 acres of
federally owned land and is one of the largest tracts of land available for hunting in
southwest Texas. Three ecological zones and three rivers meet at Amistad National
Recreation Area. Plant communities are determined by topography, soil type, and
rainfall and support a wide variety of plant and animal life. Rugged canyons provide
outstanding scenic vistas.
A majority of Amistad National Recreation Area contains Lake
Amistad, which is fed by the Pecos, Rio Grande, and Devils Rivers. Crystal clear
stretches of river, natural springs, and fluctuating reservoir levels support a variety of
aquatic plant and animal species. The recreation area has some of the best bass fishing
in the American Southwest.
Rock Quarry Group Campground Campground
List of CampsitesOverview
Situated on the United States-Mexico border, Amistad National Recreation Area is known primarily for excellent year-round, water-based recreation including boating, fishing, swimming, scuba diving, and waterskiing. Amistad National Recreation Area also provides opportunities for picnicking, camping, and hunting. Amistad Dam created the reservoir at the confluence of the Rio Grande, Devils, and Pecos Rivers in 1969. In addition to excellent recreation, Amistad National Recreation Area is rich in archeology and rock art and contains a wide variety of plant and animal life. Amistad park headquarters is in Del Rio, Texas, population 35,000
Recreation
Amistad National Recreation Area offers a diverse array of land- and
water-based recreational opportunities, including fishing, swimming, boating, birding,
hiking, picnicking, camping, and hunting. Visitors can experience expansive views,
night skies, and a number of the area’s rock art sites. Examples of facilities that support
these activities include boat ramps, picnic and camping areas, and hiking trails.
Facilities
The group campground offers a private, primitive camping space for up to 35 people. The site has a large pavilion, vault toilet, campfire ring, pedestal grill and table. Bring your own water as water is not available at this site. Leashed pets are welcome.
Natural Features
Amistad National Recreation Area consists of 57,292.44 acres of
federally owned land and is one of the largest tracts of land available for hunting in
southwest Texas. Three ecological zones and three rivers meet at Amistad National
Recreation Area. Plant communities are determined by topography, soil type, and
rainfall and support a wide variety of plant and animal life. Rugged canyons provide
outstanding scenic vistas.
A majority of Amistad National Recreation Area contains Lake
Amistad, which is fed by the Pecos, Rio Grande, and Devils Rivers. Crystal clear
stretches of river, natural springs, and fluctuating reservoir levels support a variety of
aquatic plant and animal species. The recreation area has some of the best bass fishing
in the American Southwest.
Charges & Cancellations
Canellations and/or changes must be made at least two days in advance in order to receive a refund. All camping regulations apply.
277 North Group Campground Campground
List of CampsitesOverview
Situated on the United States-Mexico border, Amistad National Recreation Area is known
primarily for excellent year-round, water-based recreation including boating, fishing,
swimming, scuba diving, and waterskiing. Amistad National Recreation Area also provides
opportunities for picnicking, camping, and hunting. Amistad Dam created the reservoir at
the confluence of the Rio Grande, Devils, and Pecos Rivers in 1969. In addition to excellent
recreation, Amistad National Recreation Area is rich in archeology and rock art and contains
a wide variety of plant and animal life. Amistad park headquarters is in Del Rio, Texas,
population 35,000
Recreation
Amistad National Recreation Area offers a diverse array of land- and
water-based recreational opportunities, including fishing, swimming, boating, birding,
hiking, picnicking, camping, and hunting. Visitors can experience expansive views,
night skies, and a number of the area’s rock art sites. Examples of facilities that support
these activities include boat ramps, picnic and camping areas, and hiking trails.
Facilities
The group campground offers a private primitive camping space for up to 35 people. The site has a large pavilion, vault toilet, campfire ring, pedestal grill and table. Bring your own water as water is not available at this site. Leashed pets are welcome.
Natural Features
Amistad National Recreation Area consists of 57,292.44 acres of
federally owned land and is one of the largest tracts of land available for hunting in
southwest Texas. Three ecological zones and three rivers meet at Amistad National
Recreation Area. Plant communities are determined by topography, soil type, and
rainfall and support a wide variety of plant and animal life. Rugged canyons provide
outstanding scenic vistas.
A majority of Amistad National Recreation Area contains Lake
Amistad, which is fed by the Pecos, Rio Grande, and Devils Rivers. Crystal clear
stretches of river, natural springs, and fluctuating reservoir levels support a variety of
aquatic plant and animal species. The recreation area has some of the best bass fishing
in the American Southwest.
Amistad National Recreation Area Visitor Center Facility
Our Visitor Center provides a bookstore, America the Beautiful park passes, lake use passes, Amistad hunting permits, videos, and exhibits. The Visitor Center is closed on Saturday and Sunday.