• View of Indian Cliffs from the Devils River.

    Amistad

    National Recreation Area Texas

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  • The Spur 454 Boat Ramp is now open.

    Spur 454 Boat Ramps is now open. Off road driving is not permitted anywhere except on designated park roads.

  • 277 North Camp Ground Closed

    The 277 North camp ground is now closed due to the low lake levels. Other camp grounds that are in the near area are San Pedro camp ground and the Rough Canyon camp ground.

  • Shallow crossing at the mouth of the Pecos River

    Boaters should use extreme caution when navigating thought the confluence of the Pecos and Rio Grand River a miscalculation could get you stuck on a muddy sand bar. Only small shallow-draft boats can pass thought this part of the river.

Job Opportunities at Amistad

What is the National Park Service?

One of the most popular ideas the United States ever produced, the concept of national parks, stemmed from the desire to protect special places for visitors' present and future enjoyment. Since the first park was designated in the 19th century, the concept has expanded significantly. From its original focus on natural wonders, the idea of a national park has evolved to include sites that chronicle human history and elevate the quality of life. The National Park Service (NPS) is a bureau within the Department of Interior. Currently, there are over 400 park units covering over 88 million acres. The agency employs over 28,000 permanent, temporary and seasonal professionals.
 

What is a Ranger?

Ranger is a generic term used to describe two occupations in the National Park Service (NPS). One type of ranger is an interpretive ranger and the other is a law enforcement or protection ranger. In addition, we employ persons in other areas such as administration and maintenance to help support the Park's Goals and Mission.

If you have ever been interested in working for the National Park Service or becoming a Law Enforcement Ranger click the Hiring Process link to the right.

For details on the Duties and Responsibilities of a Law Enforcement Ranger...

Did You Know?

Eagle Nest Cave in Langtry, TX

There are many caves or "rock shelters" like this near Amistad National Recreation Area.  Many of these rock shelters show signs of having human occupation up to 10,000 years ago.