Last updated: March 4, 2024
Thing to Do
Swimming at Amistad

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Swimming and playing in the water at Governors Landing, and throughout the park, is popular during Amistad National Recreation Area's hot summers. Swimming is allowed throughout the park except at mooring locations, designated fishing locations, and boat ramps. There are no lifeguards in the park; swim at your own risk. It is recommended that you wear a life vest (PFDs) whenever you enter a body of water whether it is flowing or not.
Swimming and playing in the water at Governors Landing, and throughout the park, is popular during Amistad National Recreation Area's hot summers. Swimming is allowed throughout the park except at mooring locations, designated fishing locations, and boat ramps. There are no lifeguards in the park; swim at your own risk. It is recommended that you wear a life vest (PFDs) whenever you enter a body of water whether it is flowing or not.
Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and attached to a person or stationary object at all times. Pet waste must be cleaned up and deposited in an outdoor trash can or dumpster.
Governors Landing is a popular day use area for swimming, and picnicking. Visitors can park and walk down to the lake. Vault toilets and picnic areas are also available at this location.
Lake levels vary through out the year. On years when the lake level is low, visitors will need to walk further down the shoreline to reach the water's edge.