Amistad National Recreation Area
An oasis in the desert, Amistad National Recreation Area consists of the US portion of the International Amistad Reservoir.
Photo: NPS / E Paola / NPS
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.
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Driving times from Amistad National Recreation Area, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.
Hours
Amistad National Recreation Area
- Mon
- All Day
- Tue
- All Day
- Wed
- All Day
- Thu
- All Day
- Fri
- All Day
- Sat
- All Day
- Sun
- All Day
Activities
Getting there
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.
Frequently asked questions
- What is there to do at Amistad National Recreation Area?
- Popular activities include Backcountry Camping, Birdwatching, Boating, Bookstore and Park Store, Camping, Canoe or Kayak Camping.
- Which national parks are within a day's drive of Amistad National Recreation Area?
- Within about a day's drive you can reach San Antonio Missions National Historical Park (3 h 3 min), Rio Grande Wild & Scenic River (3 h 28 min), Blackwell School National Historic Site (3 h 35 min), Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park (3 h 38 min), Fort Davis National Historic Site (3 h 42 min), Big Bend National Park (4 h 19 min).