Devils River State Natural Area - Dan Allen Hughes Unit

15166 Private Road 1500, Del Rio TX 78840
Del Rio, TX 78840

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The river is subject to flash flooding & is very isolated; located in rough terrain. This is not a river for beginners, small children or pets. Canoeists must watch the weather and pack accordingly. Exercise caution. Nearest Hospital is 40 miles.

A catch-and-release only fishing zone for smallmouth and largemouth bass is available in the Devils River from State Highway 163 Bridge (Bakers Crossing) downstream to the confluence of Big Satan Creek Canyon (Southern end of the South Unit on the upper reaches of Lake Amistad). This impacts both Units of Devils River SNA. No live bait permitted. Nearest public takeout point is about 15 miles downriver from the State Natural Area at Rough Canyon on Lake Amistad.

No Glass containers are allowed along the riverfront or in the river.

No gray water discharge allowed.

All trash generated must be carried out by users.

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Camp site features

Across 6 camp sites:

Picnic table: all 6 sites
Pets allowed: all 6 sites
ADA accessible: 1 of 6 sites
Longest RV: 16 ft
Largest party: 4 people

Fees

Non-Peak Primitive Site $10.00 Non-Peak Standard Full Hookup $22.00 Non-Peak Standard with Electric Hookup $19.00 Non-Peak Standard with Water and Electric Hookups $21.00 Peak Primitive Site $10-$12 Peak Standard Full Hookup $22.00-$24.00 Peak Standard with Electric Hookup $19.00-$21.00 Peak Standard with Water and Electric Hookups $21.00-$23.00

Rules

If your plans change, please modify or cancel your reservation as soon as possible to allow someone else to enjoy the park. DAY USE FEE: $5 per day, per person 13 and older. OFFICE AND GATE INFORMATION: The State Natural Area is CLOSED Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday. Entrance gate is open from 8:00am - 4:00pm (Friday - Monday only). Office is open from 8:30am - 4:30pm (Friday - Monday only). Day pass users are required to exit the SNA via the automated gate by 10:00 PM, Friday-Sunday. All users are required to exit the SNA by 5:00 PM, Monday. Access to the SNA requires completion of an orientation conducted at Headquarters. The State Natural Area is accessed by county and private roads, Miers Ranch Rd. and Private Rd 1500 (a rough gravel surface 10 miles from Highway 277). 4WD high clearance vehicles are strongly recommended. Tires should be of 8 ply rating minimum to prevent flats and blowouts. The nearest full-service station is 35 miles away in Del Rio. Please call 512-389-8901 to reserve Devils River Access Permits or if you have questions about campsite reservations PARK PHONE NUMBER: 737-289-3250

Directions

Roads to the State Natural Area include rough gravel surfaces after leaving the highway. Recommended tires should be of 8 ply rating minimum to prevent flats and blowouts. The nearest full-service station is 35 miles away in Del Rio. Please be respectful of speed limits on these rough dusty roads. From Del Rio: If arriving from Del Rio go north on Highway 277 for 22 miles, then turn left on Miers Ranch Road. Veer left after 3 miles onto Private Road 1500. Stay on PR1500 for 6.5 miles to the SNA headquarters. From San Antonio: Take I-10 West to Sonora. Take Hwy 277 South for 63 miles. Turn right on Miers Ranch Rd. Veer Left after 3 Miles onto Private Road 1500. Stay on PR1500 for 6.5 Miles to SNA Headquarters. Please be respectful of speed limits on these rough dusty roads.