Texas Plains Oasis

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.

Boating at Lake Meredith in the bay at Fritch Fortress on a sunny day.
Adventures on Lake Meredith

Boating is a great way to explore the lake. Keep zebra and quagga mussels out. Remember to Clean, Drain, & Dry and wear your PFD.

Brown sign, "Lake Meredith N.R.A. fire danger today, low, medium, high, very high, extreme"
Current Fire Information

Find current information on fire danger or current fires.

A hiking trail at Lake Meredith between mesas with green plants and blue skies with white clouds
Hiking

Enjoy hiking at Lake Meredith on several trails with diverse habitats.

Campsites at Plum Creek campground on a sunny day with large green cottonwood trees.
Camping

Lake Meredith National Recreation Area offers 11 different campgrounds to enjoy the lake or find an off-the-grid campsite.

Four turkeys standing in winter grass. Photo credit: Rod Goodwin
Hunting

Learn about hunting, regulations, and seasons

A brown NPS sign at the entrance of Rosita with green cottonwoods on a sunny day.
Off-Roading

Off-Roading Information

A basket of fish caught off the fishing dock at Sanford Yake.
Fishing

All About Fishing

Last updated: January 27, 2026

Contact Info

Mailing Address:

Lake Meredith National Recreation Area
P.O. Box 1460
Fritch, TX 79036

Phone:

806 857-3151

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