Lake Meredith National Recreation Area
Hours
See this week's hours below.
- Entrance fee
- The Park Service lists no entrance fee for this site.
- Phone
- 806 857-3151
- Address
- 419 E. Broadway, Fritch, TX 79036
About Lake Meredith
Set within the wide‑open Texas Plains, Lake Meredith National Recreation Area offers a peaceful retreat in the heart of rugged grasslands. Over thousands of years, the Canadian River carved dramatic 200‑foot canyons—known as breaks—that now frame the lake in striking layers of color and texture. These quiet coves sustain an unexpectedly rich array of life, providing seven distinct habitats.
Hours
Park Operating Hours
The National Recreation Area is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
Park Headquarters Offices
Office hours for park headquarters, including the Superintendent's office.
| Monday | 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Changes to these hours
- Closed December 25th, Dec 25: Closed
- Labor Day, Sep 7: Closed
- Columbus Day, Oct 12: Closed
- Veterans Day, Nov 11: Closed
- Closed Thanksgiving Day, Nov 26: Closed
- Thanksgiving Day, Nov 26: Closed
- Closed December 24th, Dec 24: Closed
- Closed Christmas Day, Dec 25: Closed
Getting there
There are several ways to arrive at Lake Meredith. If you are coming from Amarillo, exit Loop 335 North, then exit Hwy 136 North to Fritch, Texas. Headquarters is located at 419 E. Broadway in Fritch. If coming from the North, take FM 1913 from the Dumas Highway or FM 1913 from US 287. The Amarillo Airport is approximately 35 miles south of Lake Meredith, if traveling by air. Rental cars are available in Amarillo.
Weather
This area of the Texas Panhandle has a wide variety of weather conditions throughout the year. Winters are cold and windy, with summers being hot and dry. Weather can change rapidly on Lake Meredith. It is usually a good idea to check the weather report and dress accordingly.
Things to do
ATV Off-Roading, Auto and ATV, Biking, Boating, Bookstore and Park Store, Camping, Canoeing, Fishing, Food, Guided Tours, Hiking, Horse Trekking, Horseback Riding, Hunting, Hunting and Gathering, Junior Ranger Program, Kayaking, Mountain Biking, Paddling, Shopping.
Source: National Park Service data feed, checked September 24, 2026. Hours shown are the Park Service's posted standard hours plus any date changes it lists. Official page for Lake Meredith ↗