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These water and electric (20/30/50 amp) sites are located in the Rio Frio camping areas. Site lengths and widths vary. Picnic table Outdoor grill Fire ring Water hookup Lantern post 20/30/50-amp electric hookup Restrooms with showers nearby
$26 / night
__Situated on the United States-Mexico border, Amistad National Recreation Area is known__primarily for excellent year-round, Outdoor Activities including boating, fishing,__swimming, scuba diving, and waterskiing. Amistad National Recreation Area also provides__opportunities for picnicking, camping, and hunting. Amistad Dam created the reservoir at__the confluence of the Rio Grande, Devils, and Pecos Rivers in 1969. In addition to excellent__recreation, Amistad National Recreation Area is rich in archeology and rock art and contains__a wide variety of plant and animal life. Amistad park headquarters is in Del Rio, Texas,__population 35,000.
Amistad National Recreation Area offers a diverse array of land- and__water-based recreational opportunities, including fishing, swimming, boating, birding,__hiking, picnicking, camping, and hunting. Visitors can experience expansive views,__night skies, and a number of the areas rock art sites. Examples of facilities that support__these activities include boat ramps, picnic and camping areas, and hiking trails.
Amistad National Recreation Area consists of 57,292 acres (23,185 ha) of__federally owned land and is one of the largest tracts of land available for hunting in__southwest Texas. Three ecological zones and three rivers meet at Amistad National__Recreation Area. Plant communities are determined by topography, soil type, and__rainfall and support a wide variety of plant and animal life. Rugged canyons provide__outstanding scenic vistas. A majority of Amistad National Recreation Area contains Lake__Amistad, which is fed by the Pecos, Rio Grande, and Devils Rivers. Crystal clear__stretches of river, natural springs, and fluctuating reservoir levels support a variety of__aquatic plant and animal species. The recreation area has some of the best bass fishing__in the American Southwest.
Lake Amistad is a top quality fishing spot for largemouth, smallmouth and striped bass. Amistad National Recreation Area offers 12 boat ramps allowing access to Lake Amistad, however, due to low water levels only 4 ramps remain open. Boat rentals are available at Rough Canyon just 22 miles (35 km) from San Pedro Group Campground. Park Approved Guides and Rentals offer activities such as guided fishing and kayak trips on the lake. Texas Parks and Wildlife maintains 3 state parks in the area; Kickapoo Cavern State Park (60 miles/97 km NE off of Ranch Road 674) offering guided cave tours, Devils River State Natural Area (60 Miles/97 km NW off of St Hwy 277) offering paddling, swimming and fishing opportunities and Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site (34 miles/55 km NW off of Hwy 90) offering world class ancient rock art viewing. The campground is just 9 miles (14 km) NW of Del Rio, TX (pop. around 35,0000). Del Rio enjoys many restauraunts, a movie theater and shopping.
$35 - $155 / night
The RV Park welcomes all travelers. The Park has 85 full hook-up sites. WIFI is available for an additional charge. Telephone connections are available at each site.
The Park provided 4 bathrooms, showers, kitchen, Day Room and laundry room. For your convenience and use, the Day Room provides a telephone, TV, and a library.
Tent camping, with nearby cold showers is available to all travelers, guest and members to enjoy sleeping under the stars of Texas. Huge oak and pecan trees surround the area. BBQ cooking facilities and picnic tables are located at each site, and a large community fire-pit.
$15 - $35 / night
$40 - $100 / night
Big Oak River Camp features beautiful log cabins, with the signature red roofs, offer all the comforts of home. Each cabin is outfitted with full kitchen and bath facilities. The kitchens are fully stocked with all pots/pans, dishes and cooking/eating utensils. We furnish a microwave, coffee pot and Direct TV. The cabin is furnished with a Queen Size bed, a full size futon and a small dining table. We do not furnish linens so make sure you bring your own sheets, pillow cases and towels. A BBQ Pit, fire ring, picnic table and porch swing are just added amenities for your enjoyment. On our property we offer many options: -Shades sites with beautiful Pecan & Oak Trees -20/30/50 AMP - Concrete Pull -Thru -Fully Equipped Log Cabins -Tent Camping -Picnic Table, BBQ Pit & Fire Ring at all Sites -Separate Men's & Women's Bathhouses -Camp Store - Ice - Laundry -Dump Stations -Lighted Playground & Basketball Court -Lighted Regulation Sand Volleyball Court -Ton's of water fun - including Swimming, Fishing, Kayaking, Tubing & Snorkeling
Ranger
Has endless trails to hike. Home like vibe and stay. Has a store and even dances in summer. Has a small laundry and rentals for water items. You can rv, cabin, or tent even!! Book ahead, most often booked out!!
Traveler
Went on a day pass. Drove by the cabins and they looked cute. Perfect place to put a kayak in. Lots of shallow water in parts though. It was pretty crowded with quite a bit of music playing. Bathrooms were old and run down but worked, shower had little pressure. Better for rinsing off. I enjoyed the view and the fishing.
Guide
We have been coming to Neal’s for years, but have always stayed in their cabins. We had a change of plans for a trip (thank you Hurricane Beryl) and were lucky enough to get in at Neal’s. Had an amazing time, and changed our upcoming cabin reservation to an RV site!
Ranger
(Note, there used to be 3 reviews of Campground 406 but Dyrt deleted them for some reason. Dunno why because totally appropriate). I tent-camped here once around 2010 when the lake was high with my then 10-year-old son. We enjoyed it and caught a yellow scorpion in a jar and waded in the lake atop the flooded spur 406. Night was dark and to be honest, I feared a mountain lion attack because my son was smaller then and there had been recent sightings nearby. Otherwise nice experience. That said, I scouted it out in July 2023 and decided not to camp there, partly because the lake was much farther away and the bank didn’t seem conducive to fishing. By then my son was grown and gone, and my dog had died, so I was solo. That said, it is a decent campground and could be a good waypoint enroute to Big Bend. Now, another deleted review complained of a lack of toilet paper in the block bathroom and gave it like 2-3 stars.
Scout
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Traveler
Great value, only $3 with the senior pass. We stayed at site 31, level, gravel with a picnic table under a sun shade and a grill. There were maybe 4 or 5 others here and all very quiet.
Pit toilets were clean and had TP and did not smell.
It was a great overnight. Easy to get to, the dirt road here is in great condition, and it is not far from 90. It's close to Del Rio and we have internet, but the lake is low and it was hot, 89 on March 6 so we didn't stay longer.
Payment is easy at the kiosk. It right there at the end of the camp sites Takes credit cards.
GuideI stayed here for a few days during the eclipse. Good site but a little noisy.
GuidePerfect place for a short stay to get away from everything and have some very peaceful nights. No road noise or people noise. With the lake being low it keeps most people away but it was perfect to just hang out. We had great Wi-Fi and long walks.
Traveler
We visited in the off season and the place was pretty empty. The only service is AT&T. Great hiking and nice river views.
Scout
We had a friends and family reunion of sorts here at the campgrounds for 5 days and it was the most amazing experience of our trip! We stayed in one of the cabins, a tiny home and utilized on RV hookup as well! So we got a picture of pretty much everything they offer. It was PERFECT to say the least! Water pressure was great! I have super thick hair and worry about being able to wash it thoroughly, but their bathrooms were just right! The AC's kept the cabin the perfect temperature for the hotter times of the day and at night or early mornings, you kept toasty warm. The grounds themselves were huge and you can set up a volleyball net as well as barbecue. If you wanted to lounge with other guests, you could in the common areas, or you can stick to yourselves as well, the place was so huge. The water was clear and cool and so very inviting! My son did cannon bombs of the cliff jump! Do not recommend that though:/... the women brought our inner tubes and laid out with our drinks soaking in the warm sun. Brandon and Sachi were the perfect hosts and I definitely plan on coming back year after year to experience this treasured place. Mahalo!
ScoutWe spent a wonderful time at this campground. The cabins and facilities are clean and cozy. The river was so relaxing and clean. Nice little town, too! Highly recommended and hope to return again soon!
RangerNote, this is my second review of San Pedro campground. My first review was based on good nostalgia from around 2010 when the lake was high. However, I tent camped here on July 5, 2023 and I was the lone camper. The place felt scorched abandoned. It was hot. There is almost zero shade apart from the metal shade structures. I stayed in site 10 or 12 where there is some evening shade from the mesquite or huisache trees. The closest lake water is a 2 mile drive down Spur 454, where the NPS has improvised a boat ramp and swimming area with parking. But man, San Pedro campground is now high and dry and hot. I hate to give it 2 stars because I love Amistad but times have changed. Maybe some day the lake will rise again but it’s been like 12 years already since the lake receded. I had planned to stay more nights but it just wasn’t wise. Not in July anyway.
RangerCamp host made sure to wake us up the first thing that morning about our lack of hangtag . We were just staying the night while traveling .There were none at the gate and the office was closed . Dumpsters very 100’ along the campground roads . I bet this place is a zoo in the summer . Decent showers and the gift shop / store was nice as was the lady running it . Not sure I would return because of the rude state park staff though .. to bad , nice access to the river ..
Ranger
Nice campground with RVs, trailers and concrete cabins.  Good customer service. I stayed in regular cabin number 8 for $63 per night. Nice AC because it was blazing hot . No bathroom in the regular cabins but the bathhouse was nice. I would return.
I did not swim in the campground pool, because I swam at beautiful lake Amistad at scuba cove at Diablo east. 
I post photos of nearby beautiful Lake Amistad, because I did not take any photos of American Campground. 
Guidethe balance of sun and shade is perfect!
TravelerNestled under mature oak trees in a quiet spot away from the highway and just a short, gentle hike to the beautiful water of the Frio River, Camp Cold Springs is a hidden gem of a site! Lots of shade and super easy access to the crystal clear water of the Frio lined with huge picturesque cypress trees and a fishing pond. My kids (5 & 7) loved climbing around on the rocks and playing in the shallow spots of the river where the water slowly drifts by. Great spot to relax with the family and enjoy nature.
GuideThis is a wonderful dispersed campground in a national rest/park area on the hill with close access to the highway.
Guide
The tent area is well shaded, water at each site and power by the bath house. Bath house is concrete floors but the water is hot and the facilities sufficient. Love the live oaks and the manager John is a great guy.
ScoutI've camped at Frio River at least 20 times over the past 10 years the last time was just recently with the covid it was great big rocks little rocks Sandy area there are several places where you can throw down a tent so just bring your imagination
GuideNice concrete level sites. Easy access. The sites are large with short fence sections between. My only complaint would be I was unable to contact the office to confirm availability or make a reservation. With that said we showed up and there were 4 or 5 sites unoccupied.
Traveler
Let's start off with the positives:
Awesome friendly staff.
Old Pickleball court to practice on.
The Rio Frio...you can't beat it.
Friendly staff.
Quiet on the weekdays.
Dog friendly.
The front part of the park is level parking.
Great staff.
A Well-behaved pet gets a treat from the gals in the store.
Well-maintained sites.
Clean bathrooms, laundry, and shower area.
Wonderful staff.
Ok, the negatives which really aren't:
Not a fenced-in dog area but is that really an issue for a well-behaved dog?
Can be dusty....but when is camping not some form of dirt, dust, or grim.
Can get a little noisy on the weekends but it's fun to hear the children having a great time away from this electronic world.
We would love to keep this place a secret BUT we want Parkview Riverside to succeed so come one come all!
Scout
I live here full time in my RV. Very nice Park.
Ranger
Type of Park: Private- book with them through Campspot.
Check In: 2 pm for RV sites, 4 pm for cabins Check Out: 12 pm
📋 Site#CP 06, Central Park
Premium site, Central Park sites have a patio area looking toward the river with pergola top
In the Area:
🛒 Several small stores, tube/kayak rentals
🍽🍺 Bar& grills on the way to and in Leakey(15 minutes)
Garner State Park is very close- a Texas Parks Pass is very handy
GuideThe trip was awesome. It was really packed though but offered amazing scenery and a lot to do.
TravelerThis campsite was nice but a bit hot and the water level was too low to float but overall a good experience
RangerWe checked Garner State Park in late January 2022 when the park wasn't very crowded, and the hiking was fantastic. Not all the campground loops are open in the winter.
Ranger
Hidden Valley is a hidden gem of a park in Del Rio. It is a converted mobile home park, so the sites are very long and not necessarily level. Water/ sewer is on one side and electric is on the other side. There is nice laundry/ communal center but no pool or showers. The park is quiet and private, appropriate for short or long-term stays.
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