* Lake Amistad Texas (TX), located on the Rio Grande, is 12 miles NW of Del Rio in Val Verde County, Texas.
* The area is 64,900 acres. Maximum depth is 217 feet
* Lake Amistad was seized in 1969
* The elevation of the conservation pool is 1117 feet
* Lake fluctuation: Depends on rainfall in the area and downstream irrigation needs. Annual fluctuations can be as much as 5-10 feet. However, historical fluctuations have been as low as 50 feet below the conservation pond. Normal clarity is slightly tinted to transparent.
Known for its great bass fishing. Anglers come from far and wide to fish Lake Amistad. In addition to the great bass fishing, there is an abundance of catfish, white bass, and striped bass. Smallmouth Bass is also available, making this the perfect fishing trip for the whole family.
Predominant fish species: Black Bass, Catfish, White and Hybrid Striped Bass.
Largemouth Bass is most active during the fall, winter, and spring months due to the cooler weather. The fish are active much longer during the day and are usually found in shallow water in the early morning and late afternoon. A variety of watermelon green plastic worms seem to do well during the hotter months when grass fishing. Early morning top water baits are pretty much anything that floats. Usually Poppers, Prop Baits or Flukes.
Recommended guides:
* South Texas Fishing Guides
* Reel’n Ray guide service
* Jerry’s Fishing Guide Email Service
* Palmetto Guide Service
Recommended Campgrounds and RV Parks:
* American camp
* Broke Mill RV Park
* Amistad RV Park Tel. 830/774-6578
Bottom line: Lake Amistad is one of the most popular bass fishing lakes in Texas.