Lake Meredith National Recreation Area
Welcome to Lake Meredith, which lies on the dry and windswept High Plains of the Texas Panhandle. Magnificent 200-foot canyons carved by the Canadian River surround this 10,000-acre reservoir. The lake, contrasting spectacularly with its surroundings, was created to supply water to surrounding cities and to create recreational activities such as fishing, boating, waterskiing, sailing, sail-boarding, scuba diving and swimming. The backcountry surrounding the lake provides areas for hunting, camping, horseback riding, wildlife viewing and hiking.
At A Glance
In The Park
Superintendent: Karen BrownPhone Number: Visitor Information 806-857-315
Entrance Fees: Free
Sights: The Sand Creek Massacre National Historic Site
Important Dates
Established as Park: November 28, 1990By The Numbers
Acres: 44,977.00Highest Point: Texas Panhandle (4200 feet)
Annual Visitation: 1,037,610 (2006)
Location
Latitude / Longitude :35.707020 / -101.560610 (map it)
State: TX
Nearby Big City: Fritch, TX
Gateway Communities: Fritch, TX; Sanford, TX; Borger, TX; Masterson, TX; Stinnett, TX
Nearby Airports: Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport (AMA)
Green Features
Has Recycling? : YesHas Shuttle System? : No
Has Volunteer Program? : Yes
In Detail
Camping Camping No person shall be permitted to camp at any location within Lake Meredith National Recreation Area for more than 14 consecutive days within a 30 day period. The total days may not exceed 60 ... read more.
Frequently Asked Questions 1. What is the primary activity at Lake Meredith? The primary activity at the lake is boating. 2. Is there a fee to visit the park? No, but there is a fee for boating. Permits are for one day ($4. ... read more.
Just For Kids Be A Junior Ranger Junior rangers are special and important people. They help park rangers protect plants, animals, rocks, and historic sites. They pick up litter and put it in trash cans. Junior Ran ... read more.
Lodging & Dining Lodging: Lone Star Inn 205 E Broadway, Fritch 806-857-3191 Budget Inn - 500 Circle Drive, Borger 806273-7589 Villa Motel 604 W. 3rd St, Borger 806-274-5366 Heritage Inn 100 Bulldog ... read more.
Planning Your Visit Operating Hours & Seasons Park Headquarters: Memorial Day - Labor Day: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., seven days a week Rest of the year: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday Closed on major holidays The p ... read more.
Sights to See Nearby Attractions Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument is adjacent to and operated by Lake Meredith. It is only a few miles away and is the only monument in the State of Texas. Palo Duro Canyon ... read more.
Things To Do Boating The primary activity at Lake Meredith National Recreation Area is boating. Tthe Park Service is concerned for the safety of all visitors therefore we strictly enforce boating safety regulatio ... read more.
Who's Who at the Park Join Our Friends "Friends of Lake Meredith and Alibates" Group established in November of 2005. The mission of the Friends Group is to support, promote and raise funds for Lake Meredith National Recr ... read more.
Lake Meredith In Depth
News from the Parks
Frommer's Top 5 Parks for Cozy Camping
November 21, 2008 - 10:01am
I always look forward to getting my Frommer's newsletter every week. Not only are they budget travel saavy, they inspire me to get out there no matter the weather! Here are their top five picks for cozy camping.
November 21, 2008 - 10:01am
I always look forward to getting my Frommer's newsletter every week. Not only are they budget travel saavy, they inspire me to get out there no matter the weather! Here are their top five picks for cozy camping.
Park to Reopen Today after Crews Repair Road, Channel Kautz Creek
November 21, 2008 - 9:56am
The Nisqually Road in Mount Rainier National Park will reopen today, a day earlier than expected. The road, and the park, have been closed since Nov. 12 when Kautz Creek jumped its banks and flooded the main road into the park.
November 21, 2008 - 9:56am
The Nisqually Road in Mount Rainier National Park will reopen today, a day earlier than expected. The road, and the park, have been closed since Nov. 12 when Kautz Creek jumped its banks and flooded the main road into the park.
Jenna Otter Returns to Scene of Grizzly Bear Attack
November 21, 2008 - 9:55am
Reporting from Glacier National Park -- No one knew what to expect on the trail to Grinnell Glacier one late summer morning, but a second bull moose less than an hour out was hardly a good sign. During September and October -- mating season -- it's always best to give the spindly-legged animals plenty of room.
November 21, 2008 - 9:55am
Reporting from Glacier National Park -- No one knew what to expect on the trail to Grinnell Glacier one late summer morning, but a second bull moose less than an hour out was hardly a good sign. During September and October -- mating season -- it's always best to give the spindly-legged animals plenty of room.
Expected Rule Change Would Benefit Bicycling in National Parks
November 21, 2008 - 9:07am
An upcoming National Park Service (NPS) rule change could greatly benefit mountain bicycling by improving the administrative process for opening trails to bicycles. IMBA has been asking the agency to revise its policies since 1992, because the current "special regulations" process is needlessly cumbersome and treats bicycles like motorized vehicles.
November 21, 2008 - 9:07am
An upcoming National Park Service (NPS) rule change could greatly benefit mountain bicycling by improving the administrative process for opening trails to bicycles. IMBA has been asking the agency to revise its policies since 1992, because the current "special regulations" process is needlessly cumbersome and treats bicycles like motorized vehicles.
Things Slow At Hawaii's National Parks
November 21, 2008 - 8:55am
On our recent trip to Hawaii we had a feeling that things were less busy than usual. Now there are some numbers to back up our hunch: The national parks in the state saw a drop in attendance of more than 50,000 visitors during the month of October.
November 21, 2008 - 8:55am
On our recent trip to Hawaii we had a feeling that things were less busy than usual. Now there are some numbers to back up our hunch: The national parks in the state saw a drop in attendance of more than 50,000 visitors during the month of October.
