Lake Amistad Bass Fishing Guide
Boating Permits
Boaters Paradise
From open water to narrow,
steeply walled canyons, Amistad NRA is a
great place for boating. The park boundary
extends 74 miles up the Rio Grande, 25 miles
up the Devils River and 14 miles up the
Pecos River. Protected coves abound,
providing superb fishing and ideal camping
spots. Amistad is an international
reservoir. The United States-Mexico border
is marked by buoys that follow the historic
channel of the Rio Grande.
Amistad NRA charges a "Lake
Use Fee" for all watercraft requiring State
registration. Lake use fees for the US side
of Amistad Reservoir are $4/day (24 hours
from time of purchase) or $40 for an annual
permit. The annual permit is good for one
year from the month of purchase. Amistad NRA
also offers a "3 day" (72 hours from time of
purchase) lake use permit for $10.
Senior and Access Pass holders are entitled to a 50% discount on user fees.
Boating permits can be purchased at Amistad Visitor Information Center 7 days a week from 8 a.m.-5 p.m., or at automated teller machines located at Diablo East, Rough Canyon, and the Pecos boat ramps.
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 Hwy 90 W &
Hwy 277 N) (830)774-5670.
Launch Ramps
The
main launch ramps are located at Diablo
East, Rough Canyon, Box Canyon,
and Southwinds (LAFB) Marina. Ramps are also
available at Blackbrush Point, 277 North,
277 South, Spur 406, Spur 454 and the Pecos
River. Depending on lake conditions, these
ramps may or may not be open.
Water Skiing
Water-skiing is permitted at Lake Amistad.
There is no commercial skiing available,
so you must bring you own boat and skis or
rent them from the marina at Diablo East or
Rough Canyon.
When skiing, please be courteous to all
others on the lake and ski safely by staying
out of dangerous and shallow areas, and by
learning hand signals to communicate with
your driver and spotter. Always wear a PFD
and never ski under the influence
of drugs or alcohol. Avoid fatigue; know
when enough is enough and listen to your
body. Skiing all day in the hot sun can lead
to injuries. It is your responsibility to
know all boating safety rules and
regulations.
Marinas
Boat
and slip rentals, fuel, bait, ice, snacks,
and beverages are available at Lake Amistad
Marina at Diablo East, and Rough Canyon
Marina.
(830) 774-4157
(830) 775-8779
(830) 775-7800