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Recreation in Del Rio Largely Turns on Outdoor Adventures
Del Rio features a wide variety of recreational activities. Most of these activities are outdoors drawing on Del Rio's natural beauty, but some of the activities, like rodeos, are indoors.
Water Activities
Del Rio is home to several accommodating waterways. Lake Amistad covers 67,000 acres and features fish ranging from largemouth bass to Mexican tetra. The serene San Felipe Creek is perfect for swimming, cooking out or relaxing along its shores. Del Rio also boasts local swimming holes... Read More »
Del Rio's Lake Amistad is a Top Spring Break Spot
Lake Vacation
Located north of the Mexican border and just south of Lake Amistad, Del Rio, TX, offers an excellent spring break getaway.
The Amistad National Recreation Area is a true desert oasis. This 68,000-acre reservoir is surrounded by limestone cliffs and more than 400 archaeological sites, many of which contain Native American rock art believed to be more than 4,000 years old. Vacationers can enjoy fishing for bass, catfish, crappie and alligator gar, or get their adrenaline going with... Read More »
Del Rio, TX Connects with Mexico's Acuña
Located six miles away and just across the border from Del Rio is the Mexican city of Acuña. There is a strong relationship between the two cities that extends from government officials to residents who cross the border to both work and play.
“Del Rio is really nice for raising a family. We haven’t had any major negative incidents like other cities, and the lake benefits both sides of the border by bringing in tourists,” says Jorge Ramon, economic development... Read More »
Two Del Rio, TX Courses Drive Golfers
Del Rio keeps golfers on their tees with two nice nine-hole venues. The courses – San Felipe Country Club and Leaning Pines Golf Course – are popular with local residents as well as part-time Winter Texans who primarily reside in northern states but move to Del Rio in the winter to escape the cold weather. Here is some brief background on the two courses:
San Felipe Country Club
San Felipe CC opened in the early 1920s and was constructed around three large springs. As a result,... Read More »
Fun Things To Do in Del Rio, TX
Finding fun things to do in Del Rio, TX is easy; from outdoor activities and recreation areas to museums, galleries and theaters, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
1. Make a splash during water-based recreational activities at Amistad National Recreation Area.
2. Explore the exhibits and learn more about Del Rio's history at Whitehead Memorial Museum.
3. Visit Texas' oldest continuously running winery, Val Verde Winery, and sample award-winning wines.
4. Play a round... Read More »
