The Amity access point to check before you go.
Hwy 182 is the access point most visitors connect with Amity. It can be useful for lower-Caddo planning, but only when people park right, respect the water, and leave nearby private land alone.
This spot is better for careful planning than for a casual swim day. Families looking for an easy public swimming area may be better off starting with better-known access around Glenwood.
Hwy 182 Caddo River Access
Public access reported; check signage and conditions before using.
Listed coordinates: N 34° 17' 24.15" / W 093° 27' 31.48"
Do not turn it into a problem.
What to know before using this access.
Where it is
State Highway 182 north of Amity, near the bridge over the Caddo River. Caddo River Camping & Canoe Rental lists the access as river right just below the bridge.
What to verify
Look for current signs, safe parking, water level, weather, and whether the spot is clear enough to use without blocking traffic or nearby property.
How to treat it
Keep it quiet. Pack out trash, do not park in the road, do not block gates, do not trespass, and do not use nearby private frontage as public river access.
Check the full Amity access notes before you go.
Pair Hwy 182 with the broader access notes, fishing information, Glenwood planning, food stops, and private-land reminders before building a day around the lower Caddo.