Zapata is Zapata County seat. Zapata has over eleven thousand
residents. Zapata stands next to State Highway 83. Zapata is less than fifty
miles from Laredo. Zapata got its name in respect for Antonio Zapata an
Indian fighter. Near to Zapata is the Falcon Reservoir. This Zapata amenity
has recreational activities for visitors to Zapata. Many people winter in
Zapata due to its pleasant temperature. Many come to Zapata to fish. Fishing
guides can be found in Zapata. Zapata has an 18 ole golf course called Los
Ebanos. Many birders come to Zapata in the winter months. Many rare species
can often be seen at Zapata. Hunting is another reason to come to Zapata.
There are many quail, dove and deer in Zapata.
