Rate Lake Meredith National Recreation Area
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Our Mission
The National Park Service preserves unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the National Park System for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations. The Park Service cooperates with partners to extend the benefits of natural and cultural resource conservation and outdoor recreation throughout this country and the world.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I obtain a park entrance pass?
Only 118 of your 417 park sites charge entrance fees. You can obtain park entrance passes by visiting a park site that charges an entrance fee. Entrance fee sites have passes available; we recommend calling a park prior to your visit. (See the park search to locate a specific park.) There are a number of entrance passes available, including park-specific passes as well as passes that offer entrance to more than 2,000 federal recreation sites in addition to the national parks (Annual, Military, Senior, 4th Grade, Access, and Volunteer passes). Learn more about the America the Beautiful – The National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass.
About this location:
National Recreation Area
Operating Hours & Seasons
Park Operating Hours
The National Recreation Area is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Standard Hours
- Sunday:Open 24 hours
- Monday:Open 24 hours
- Tuesday:Open 24 hours
- Wednesday:Open 24 hours
- Thursday:Open 24 hours
- Friday:Open 24 hours
- Saturday:Open 24 hours
Park Headquarters Offices
Office hours for park headquarters, including the Superintendent’s office.
Standard Hours
- Sunday: Closed
- Monday:8:00 AM-4:30 PM
- Tuesday:8:00 AM-4:30 PM
- Wednesday:8:00 AM-4:30 PM
- Thursday:8:00 AM-4:30 PM
- Friday:8:00 AM-4:30 PM
- Saturday: Closed
Fees & Passes
Entrance Fees:
- $0.00 – Entrance Fees
Fee for entering Lake Meredith National Recreation Area
About
Oasis on the High Plains
Within the dry and windswept high plains of the Texas Panhandle lies a hidden oasis, a welcoming haven where wildlife and humans find respite from the dry grasslands above. Through this plain, the Canadian River has cut dramatic 200-foot canyons, or breaks, where humans have eked out a living for over 13,000 years. Lake Meredith now occupies these hidden coves where early humans once roamed.
Directions
There are several different ways to get to Lake Meredith. If you are coming from Amarillo, exit Loop 335 North, then exit Hwy 136 North to Fritch. Headquarters is located at 419 E. Broadway in Fritch. If coming from the North you can take 1913 from the Dumas Highway or 1913 from US 287. The airport in Amarillo is approximately 35 miles south of Lake Meredith if traveling by air. Rental cars are available.
Visitor Centers
Park Headquarters
Visitors to Lake Meredith National Recreation Area can stop in and pick up maps and guides for the area. A small bookstore sells a variety of merchandise including books, field guides and souvenirs.
Weather
The Texas Panhandle experiences a wide variety of weather conditions throughout the year. Winters are cold and windy, and summers are hot and dry. It is usually a good idea to bring a jacket with you because the region gets very windy, even in the summer.
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