Popular fish include bass and catfish. Go to the USGS Hidalgo County Butterfly Checklist and NABA-South Texas Butterfly Club for information on butterflies in this area. The gate is open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m daily. The warm climate and rare freezes make the park extremely attractive to visitors in the winter and early spring. Nearby attractions include Falcon State Park , Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge and Sabal Palm Sanctuary.
Current conditions including fire bans and water levels can vary from day to day.