Del Rio, located in Val Verde County on the Texas-Mexico border, is midway between Padre Island and Big Bend National Park, 150 miles West of San Antonio on U.S. Highway 90. Nearby Amistad National Recreation Area surrounds Lake Amistad, formed by the Rio Grande, Pecos and Devil's Rivers. The diverse topography, temperate climate and wonders of nature draw many to the area year round to participate in the abundance of land and water adventures.