FISHING AMISTAD RESERVOIR
 
Cast a Line
The clear blue water of Amistad Reservoir provides excellent fishing. Black Bass, stripers, channel and yellow catfish attract many anglers to Amistad NRA.

License Requirements
Texas fishing license requirements apply when fishing on the US side of Amistad Reservoir. When in Mexican waters, you must adhere to Mexican fishing regulations, which differ considerably from Texas State Regulations in terms of size and catch limits. The border with Mexico is indicated by numbered buoys running along the main channel of the Rio Grande.

Mexican Permits
For current Mexico boat permit and fishing license information, go to www.conapescasandiego.org or call 619.233.4324.

Information on Mexican permits can also be obtained at:
Amistad Marine (Ranger boat dealer on Hwy 90 West across from Spur 454), 830.775.0878, or
Fisherman's Headquarters (Chevron at the intersection of Hwys 90 & 277 N) 830.774.5670.

Bank Fishing
You can fish from shore anywhere outside of harbors and designated swim areas. Fishing is prohibited in these areas because hooks and fishing line can result in injury or drowning. Courtesy fishing docks are located at Blackbrush Point, Rough Canyon, 277 South, and Box Canyon. Bass fishing has been doing extremely well in all parts of the lake.

What To Fish For
Some of the "favorite" catches at Lake Amistad are Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Striped Bass, Channel Catfish, and Black Crappie. 
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Fish Cleaning Stations
Fish cleaning stations are located at Diablo East, Rough Canyon and the Pecos River. Please do not put fish remains back into the lake. They take a long time to decompose in fresh water, resulting in littered and polluted water. Upgrades of these stations were implemented in 1998. Funding was provided by the collection of lake user fees that began in early July 1997. Other visitor use areas around Lake Amistad will also benefit from the collection of these fees

Tournaments
Many Fishing Clubs hold tournaments on Lake Amistad (see tournament policy). If your club would like to have a tournament you may phone, write or email National Park Headquarters to register. Call 830-774-7492 or email us. Please register at least 2 weeks in advance to allow for paperwork to be processed.

Launch Ramps
The main launch ramps are located at Diablo East, Rough Canyon, Box Canyon, and Air Force Marina. Ramps are also available at Blackbrush Point, 277 North, Spur 406, Spur 454 and the Pecos River. Depending on lake conditions, these ramps may or may not be open.
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Marinas
Lake Amistad Resort and Marina and Rough Canyon Marina run by Forever Resorts concessionaire of Phoenix, AZ, and Southwinds (USAF) Marina provide boat and slip rentals, and sell fuel, bait, ice, snacks and beverages.

Lake Amistad Resort and Marina (830) 774-4157
Rough Canyon Marina (830) 775-8779.
Air Force Marina (830) 775-7800.

Guides
All guides must be registered with the NPS in order to operate a business within the Amistad National Recreation Area.

All may also be available as tour guides.