Visit Amistad Dam, open most days 10am-6pm.

Amistad National Recreation Area is best enjoyed out on the water, however there are some things you can do if you don't own a boat. See map in the right-hand column for locations.

Visit Amistad Dam
Visitors can drive across Amistad Dam for a great view and to visit the commemorative eagles marking the border with Mexico. The dam is open most days from 10am until 6pm. Please note that half 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 passing the United States flag.

The International Boundary and Water Commission operates Amistad Dam; tours are not offered.

Picnic, Swim, or Walk Down by the Water
Governors Landing has both a day use area and a campground. There are 8 picnic areas around the lake. Visitors can swim anywhere in the lake except in coves with boat ramps or marinas.

Rent a Boat
Forever Resorts operates marinas at Diablo East and Rough Canyon.

Take a Scenic Drive
Viewpoint Road at Diablo East (unpaved) leads to good spots for picnicking, swimming and SCUBA diving.

Tent or RV (dry) Camp
Amistad NRA maintains four primitive campgrounds 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.