Visit Amistad Dam, open most days 10am-6pm.
Even if you don't own a boat, Amistad National Recreation Area offers a variety of activities for everyone.
Visit Amistad Dam
Visitors can drive to Amistad Dam for a great view of Lake Amistad. The beautiful commemorative eagles statue on the dam marks the border with Mexico. The dam is open most days from 10am until 6pm. Please note that half of the dam is in Mexico, and is an official Port-of-Entry. If you do not intend to enter Mexico, you can park or turn around before reaching the United States customs checkpoint. If you plan to enter Mexico, a passport is needed.
The operates Amistad Dam. Tours are not offered.
Picnic, Swim, or Walk by the Water
Eight picnic areas can be found around the lake. Governors Landing has a day use area for picnicking, swimming, and enjoying a walk by the water. Visitors can swim anywhere in the lake except in coves with boat ramps or marinas.
Rent a Boat
operates marinas at Diablo East and Rough Canyon.
Take a Scenic Drive
At Diablo East, the unpaved Viewpoint Road offers sweeping views of the lake and has good spots for picnicking, swimming and SCUBA diving.
Tent or RV (dry) Camp
Amistad NRA maintains five primitive located throughout the park.
U.S. Military
Active or retired military may use the U.S.A.F. (Southwinds) Marina located just off the road to Amistad Dam.
