Kayak Trail #4. Indian Springs. This is definitely best enjoyed as an overnight trip although you can also do it in one day. But we encourage you to not miss out on the exquisite camping. Take Hwy 277 to the Park road to Rough Canyon. At the Rough Canyon boat ramp, you are on the Devils River arm of Lake Amistad. From the boat ramp proceed upstream 8 miles to Indian Springs. There are excellent camping sites on the east side before you get to the springs and also on the west side of the river under the trees. The springs come right out of the mountain just beyond the Indian Springs Creek. The water is clear and cold and millions of gallons cascade down the rocky cliffs into pools before they reach the lake. Folks love to go up there and play in the cascades and even dive off into the river. Caution!! The rocks are not only slippery but they’re extremely jagged. Fall and you won’t be able to paddle back! It really is best to spend the night on this trip as it is 16 miles roundtrip, and there are frequently strong head winds during the day.

A general note: For all of these trips, be sure to bring plenty of drinking water, a large brimmed hat for shade, sunglasses, a long sleeved shirt and pants. Do not forget to cover up as the sun can really burn you out on the lake. Please be environmentally conscientious and pack out all of your trash. Do not use glass containers. And remember that all things living and nonliving are protected under federal law. Take nothing but pictures, leave nothing but footprints.

Guided tours: Any of these trips as well as longer trips up to a week can be guided and catered.