Lake
Amistad, is at the confluence of the Rio Grande,
Devils and Pecos rivers. The clear blue water of Lake
Amistad provides excellent fishing. Black Bass,
stripers, channel and yellow catfish attract many
anglers to Amistad NRA.
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 Governor's Landing, Rough Canyon
and at the end of Spur 454. Bass fishing has been doing
extremely well in all parts of the lake.
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.
Location: On the Rio Grande River, 12 miles
northwest of Del Rio in Val Verde County
Size: 67,000 acres
Maximum Depth: 200 feet
Normal Water Clarity: Clear to slightly
stained
Water Level Fluctuation: Dependent on rainfall
and downstream irrigation demands. Annual fluctuations
can be 5-10 feet. Historical fluctuations have dropped
lake as much as 50 feet below conservation pool.
Conservation Pool Elevation: 1117 ft. msl
Current Water Levels
Aquatic Vegetation: 1999 surveys indicated
approximately 1,000 acres of aquatic vegetation,
primarily hydrilla
License Requirements: Texas fishing license
requirements apply when fishing on the U.S. side of Lake
Amistad. 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.
If you plan to fish in Mexico be sure to have a Mexican
fishing license and boating permit.
The Mexican permits can also be
obtained at: Amistad Marine (Chevron) on HWY 90 West,
830-775-0878, or Fisherman's Headquarters (Chevron at
the Y of 90 & 277 N) 830-774-5670.
