Amistad National Recreation Area

Travel | Amistad National Recreation Area

Talk about being on the edge of the United States, mostly alone! I spent an afternoon exploring Amistad National Recreation Area. Aside from the park ranger at the visitor center and border patrol officers, there wasn't a soul in sight the entire time. Peeking at Mexico, across the Pecos River, was a fun highlight from my visit.

Favorite Hikes + Places to Explore

• Diablo East Area - enjoy a short interpretive trail with amazing views of Lake Amistad.

• Figueroa Trail - a series of longer trails, located at the Figueroa Ranch.

• Lower Pecos River - take a peek at Mexico.

• Native American Rock Art - see pictographs more than 4,000 years old! Panther Cave is accessible by boat and guided walking cave tours are also available.

• Seminole Canyon State Park - pictographs, cave dwellings and hiking opportunities.

• Sunrise Trail - a 2.1 mile trail between the visitors center and Spur 454.