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.
Amistad Reservoir and Hwy 90 Bridge
Enjoy the serenity of sunset at Amistad National Recreation Area's Governors Landing Day Use Area.
View of Amistad National Recreation Area from The Diablo East Nature Trail
Blue skies and blue waters are common at Amistad National Recreation Area
Under the HWY 90 Bridge
A view of the Amistad Reservoir and the HWY 90 Bridge from Governors Landing.
The shoreline along Amistad National Recreation Area
A peaceful view of the shores along Amistad National Recreation Area
Sunset over Amistad National Recreation Area
The ever chainging and beautiful sunsets in Southwest Texas are one of the many things visitor enjoy while at Amistad National Recreation Area.
Limestone shoreline along Amistad National Recreation Area
Limestone is visible along the shoreline of Amistad National Recreation Area.
