{"id":"nps-amis","slug":"amistad-national-recreation-area","name":"Amistad National Recreation Area","designation":"National Recreation Area","category":"national-recreation-area","categoryLabel":"National Recreation Area","agency":{"code":"NPS","name":"National Park Service","department":"U.S. Department of the Interior","url":"https://www.nps.gov"},"managedBy":[{"code":"NPS","name":"National Park Service","department":"U.S. Department of the Interior","url":"https://www.nps.gov","unitCode":"AMIS","designation":"National Recreation Area","sourceId":"nps-amis"}],"states":["TX"],"stateNames":["Texas"],"location":{"lat":29.53539777,"lon":-101.075821},"bbox":[-101.7032,29.4159,-100.8735,29.8195],"acres":{"value":63978,"kind":"gis-estimate","source":"Computed from the simplified boundary","note":"Approximate. The managing agency publishes official acreage."},"firstProtected":null,"established":null,"administrations":[],"designationHistory":[],"summary":"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.","summarySource":"National Park Service","guide":{},"trConnection":null,"trConnections":[],"trTypes":[],"links":{"official":"https://www.nps.gov/amis/index.htm","social":{},"recreationGov":null,"alltrails":null,"alltrailsExplore":"https://www.alltrails.com/explore?b_tl_lat=29.8195&b_tl_lng=-101.7032&b_br_lat=29.4159&b_br_lng=-100.8735","recreationGovSearch":"https://www.recreation.gov/search?q=Amistad%20National%20Recreation%20Area","directions":"https://www.nps.gov/amis/planyourvisit/directions.htm"},"images":[{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3459C06C-DEA3-F44D-36D1A6393F34BFD4.jpg","title":"Amistad Reservoir and Hwy 90 Bridge","alt":"Sunset over Amistad Reservoir with Highway 90 bridge to left of photo going over the reservoir and i","caption":"Enjoy the serenity of sunset at Amistad National Recreation Area's Governors Landing Day Use Area.","credit":"NPS / E Paola","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C8057C0-1DD8-B71B-0BDE87CC6BFEBFDE.jpg","title":"Under the Highway 90 Bridge","alt":"Taken from a boat on the water, the image shows the underbelly of a bridge and the supports.","caption":"A view of the Amistad Reservoir and the Highway 90 Bridge from Governors Landing.","credit":"NPS / M. Galvan","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C80595D-1DD8-B71B-0BB1CD7674EB437B.jpg","title":"The shoreline along Amistad National Recreation Area","alt":"A view of the peaceful shoreline along Amistad National Recreation Area","caption":"A peaceful view of the shores along Amistad National Recreation Area","credit":"NPS / Cesha Hernandez","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C805B38-1DD8-B71B-0BEB3AAF12CCD190.jpg","title":"Sunset over Amistad National Recreation Area","alt":"Firey Sunset over Lake Amistad.","caption":"The ever chainging and beautiful sunsets in Southwest Texas are one of the many things visitor enjoy while at Amistad National Recreation Area.","credit":"NPS / George Bruce","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/31980128-089E-5127-FAFA58E7EB54D757.jpg","title":"Boating Amistad","alt":"Looking out the stern of a dual engine motorboat banking starboard with large wakes following.","caption":"Boating Amistad","credit":"NPS/JCA","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C805CD0-1DD8-B71B-0B204F0B8630CEBC.jpg","title":"Limestone shoreline along Amistad National Recreation Area","alt":"Limestone shoreline along Amistad National Recreation Area","caption":"Limestone is visible along the shoreline of Amistad National Recreation Area.","credit":"NPS / Octavio Garcia","source":"NPS"}],"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"],"topics":["Architecture and Building","African American Heritage","Archeology","Asian American Heritage","Explorers and Expeditions","Hispanic American Heritage","Laborer and Worker","Migrant Workers","Latino American Heritage","Military","Infantry and Militia","US Army","Native American Heritage","Transportation","Trains and Railroads","Wars and Conflicts","Indian and Frontier Wars","Westward Expansion","Animals","Birds","Fish","Tortoises and Turtles","Caves, Caverns and Karst","Canyons and Canyonlands","Geology","Lakes","Scenic Views"],"fees":[],"passes":[],"hours":[{"name":"Amistad National Recreation Area","description":"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.","standardHours":{"wednesday":"All Day","monday":"All Day","thursday":"All Day","sunday":"All Day","tuesday":"All Day","friday":"All Day","saturday":"All Day"},"exceptions":[]}],"directions":"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.","weatherInfo":"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 winters. For more information, please visit the park's Current Conditions page at https://www.nps.gov/amis/planyourvisit/conditions.htm.","contacts":{"phone":"(830) 775-7491","email":"amis_interpretation@nps.gov"},"visitorCenters":[{"name":"Amistad National Recreation Area Visitor Center","description":"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 US city of Del Rio and Mexico's Ciudad Acuña. It is available in English and español and is 35 minutes long. The Visitor Center takes credit or debit card only and sells America the Beautiful National Park and Federal Lands passes, lake use passes, Amistad hunting permits, and camping permits. There is also a bookstore with souvenirs.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/amis/planyourvisit/indooractivities.htm","lat":29.4659997959,"lon":-100.988411153}],"campgrounds":[{"name":"Governors Landing Campground","description":"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 feet in length. Governors Landing is the only campground in the park with potable water available, though there are no hookups. This campground has access to some of the most popular swimming areas in the park. Picnicking at vacant sites in Governors Landing Campground is allowed 7am to 3pm. Occupying sites outside these times requires payment of camping fees.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/amis/planyourvisit/governors-landing-campground.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":15},{"name":"Rough Canyon Campground","description":"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 the winter, and a Ranger Station is staffed intermittently. This campground offers 4 primitive sites, each with a covered picnic table and a BBQ grill. The sites are suitable for tents or RVs. No drinking water or hookups are available. Comfort station and running water available nearby at the Ranger Station.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/amis/planyourvisit/rough-canyon-campground.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":4},{"name":"San Pedro Campground","description":"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 accessed via a 1¼ mile graded, gravel road and offers 34 sites suitable for tents or RVs. There are also 8 walk-in (tent only) sites. Each site has a covered picnic table and a BBQ grill. Ground fires are prohibited. Vault toilets are available. No drinking water or hook-ups.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/amis/planyourvisit/san-pedro-campground.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10182617","sites":41},{"name":"Spur 406 Campground","description":"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 events. A boat launch ramp off the campground may be available depending on lake levels. This campground offers 6 primitive sites, each with a covered picnic table and a BBQ grill. No ground fires are allowed. The sites are suitable for tents or RVs. Vault toilets are available. No drinking water or hookups are available.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/amis/planyourvisit/spur-406-campground.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":6},{"name":"277 North Campground","description":"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. 277 North offers 17 primitive sites, which are first-come, first-served only. Each site has a covered picnic table and a BBQ grill. A group site is available with reservation only. No ground fires are allowed. The sites are suitable for tents or RVs. Vault toilets are available. No drinking water or hookups are available.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/amis/planyourvisit/277-north-campground.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10182621","sites":18},{"name":"Rock Quarry Group Campsite","description":"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 people. Amenities include a pavilion-covered picnic area with tables and an accessibility ramp, a grill, trash receptacle, vault toilet, and a campfire ring. By reservation only, no less than three days in advance.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/amis/planyourvisit/rock-quarry-group-campsite.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10182619?tab=seasons","sites":1}],"thingsToDo":[],"nearby":[{"slug":"rio-grande-wild-and-scenic-river","km":126},{"slug":"big-bend-national-park","km":210}],"hasBoundary":true,"boundarySource":{"name":"NPS Land Resources Division","url":"https://irma.nps.gov/DataStore/Reference/Profile/2224545"},"sources":[{"name":"NPS Data API","url":"https://developer.nps.gov/api/v1/parks?parkCode=amis"},{"name":"NPS Land Resources Division boundaries","url":"https://services1.arcgis.com/fBc8EJBxQRMcHlei/arcgis/rest/services/NPS_Land_Resources_Division_Boundary_and_Tract_Data_Service/FeatureServer/2"}],"editorialStatus":"draft","synced":"2026-11-09T02:12:45.602Z","alerts":[{"source":"NPS","kind":"Park Closure","title":"Only Left Side of Rough Canyon and DE Boat Ramps Are Open - Rest Are Closed","text":"Due to low water level, only the left side Rough Canyon and Diablo East boat ramps are open. Please use caution with Spur 406 and Spur 454 launches, as the water may be too shallow to launch most boats. To see a list of open ramps, click on \"more.\"","url":"https://www.nps.gov/amis/planyourvisit/conditions.htm#Boat_Ramp","updated":"2026-10-16 00:00:00.0","id":"nps-A38547F3-5B4E-447C-9E6A-F257AE35A19D"},{"source":"NPS","kind":"Park Closure","title":"Diablo East Marina Cove, Scuba Cove, and Walkway Access Are Closed","text":"The Diablo East Marina Cove, Scuba Cove, and walkway access are closed because of the presence of excessive docking material, unsafe walkway and dock, and unstable, loose ground. The area will reopen once these hazards have been corrected.","url":null,"updated":"2025-04-04 16:10:03.0","id":"nps-AA2B6AA9-6666-4EDC-BC47-7576C79D4A7A"},{"source":"NPS","kind":"Caution","title":"Help Prevent Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Infestation","text":"A number of lakes are infested with an array of aquatic invasive species that damage natural ecosystems and waterways. Boaters are advised to Clean, Drain, and Dry all boats and equipment every time they leave the water.","url":null,"updated":"2024-10-16 12:29:10.0","id":"nps-0D3BC816-4B16-445D-A789-729E26F99A9D"},{"source":"NWS","kind":"Flash Flood Warning","severity":"Severe","title":"Flash Flood Warning issued November 8 at 7:46PM CST until November 9 at 12:00AM CST by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX","text":"FFWEWX\n\nThe National Weather Service in Austin/San Antonio has extended the\n\n* Flash Flood Warning for...\nEdwards County in south central Texas...\nNorthwestern Kinney County in south central Texas...\nNortheastern Val Verde County in south central Texas...\n\n* Until midnight CST.\n\n* At 746 PM CST, emergency management and TxDot reports flooding\nacross the warned area with several roads flooded and closed,\nincluding near US highway 377, SH 55 and CR 450. A water rescue was\nreported this evening in the Newby Hills subdivision along CR 450.\nAreas near Kickapoo Cavern State Park and Devils River Natural Area\n- Del Norte have flooding as well. Between 2 and 5 inches of rain\nhave fallen over the past 24 to 36 hours. Additional rainfall\namounts up to 1 inch are possible in the warned area.\n\nHAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Heavy rain producing\nflash flooding.\n\nSOURCE...Emergency management reported.\n\nIMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams,\nurban areas, highways, streets and underpasses.\n\n* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...\nRocksprings, Loma Alta, Carta Valley, Vinegarone, Kickapoo Cavern\nState Park, Devils River State Nat Area Del","instruction":"Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood\ndeaths occur in vehicles.\n\nIn hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are\npotentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded\nroads. Find an alternate route.\n\nFlooding is occurring or is imminent. It is important to know where\nyou are relative to streams, rivers, or creeks which can become\nkillers in heavy rains. Campers and hikers should avoid streams or\ncreeks.","url":"https://alerts.weather.gov/search?id=urn%3Aoid%3A2.49.0.1.840.0.7678805471a91ed0e23873125a2b98f0b41caa49.001.1","starts":"2026-11-08T19:46:00-06:00","ends":"2026-11-09T00:00:00-06:00","id":"nws-urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.7678805471a91ed0e23873125a2b98f0b41caa49.001.1"}],"url":"https://directory.labs.trlibrary.com/sites/amistad-national-recreation-area/","boundaryUrl":"https://directory.labs.trlibrary.com/boundaries/amistad-national-recreation-area.geojson"}