Amistad National Recreation Area

Blue skies and blue waters are common at 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.
Map showing location of park.
Sunset over Amistad Reservoir with Highway 90 bridge to left of photo going over the reservoir and i
Photo by NPS / E Paola
Amistad National Recreation Area
Photo by A. Curtis
Under the HWY 90 Bridge
Photo by Photo by: M. Galvan
A view of the peaceful shoreline along Amistad National Recreation Area
Photo by Photo by: Cesha Hernandez
Sunset over Amistad National Recreation Area
Photo by Photo by: George Bruce
Limestone shoreline along Amistad National Recreation Area
Photo by Photo by: Octavio Garcia