In keeping with the county-wide burn ban enacted on January 15 and extended on April 9, fires--including charcoal fires--are not permitted within Amistad National Recreation Area. To read the Val Verde County Commissioners Court Order, click "More". More
Park Closures
Diablo East Marina Cove, Scuba Cove, and Walkway Access Are Closed
The Diablo East Marina Cove, Scuba Cove, and walkway access are closed because of the presence of excessive docking material, unsafe walkway and dock, and unstable, loose ground. The area will reopen once these hazards have been corrected.
Only Left Side of Diablo East and Rough Canyon Boat Ramps Are Open - Rest Are Closed
Due to low water levels, only the left side of Diablo East and Rough Canyon boat ramps are open. Please use caution with Spur 406 and Spur 454 launches, as the water may be too shallow to launch most boats. To see a list of open ramps, click on "more." More
Due to the recent illegal lighting of a fire in the trash bin, the theft of government signs, and the unauthorized movement of barricades to drive into an area closed to vehicle traffic, the metal gate at the upper end of Box Canyon has now been closed.
A national park is a refuge for the animals and plants living in it. Even if your pet does not chase deer, birds, or ground critters, it still presents the image and scent of a historical predator. The result is stress on the native wildlife. In addition, predators, such as owls, coyotes, mountain lions, and javelinas can and do kill pets. Contagious diseases can also be transmitted between your pet and wild animals.
Abiding by the following pet regulations will ensure a safer, more enjoyable visit for yourselves, your pet, other park visitors, and the park's wildlife.
Pets are allowed in most parts of the recreation area; pets are NOT allowed in the following areas:
All archeological sites.
All caves and rockshelters.
All marinas, docks, walkways, and launch ramps, except when proceeding directly to or from a boat.
All administrative buildings.
Pets must be on a leash that is no longer than six feet in length.
Pet etiquette and park regulations require that you clean up after your pet in all developed areas (picnic areas, campgrounds, parking lots, developed trails, etc.) and dispose of waste in trash receptacles.
Pets may NOT be left unattended in vehicles if it creates a danger to the animal, or if the animal becomes a public nuisance.
