Park Headquarters

Facility · Texas ·

Managed by the National Park Service

3,193 ft
Elevation
Lake Meredith Headquarters
Photo: NPS Photo. · Recreation.gov
Visitors to Lake Meredith National Recreation Area can stop by and pick up maps and guides for the area. A small bookstore sells a variety of merchandise including books, field guides, hats, and souvenirs.

Getting there

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 FM 1913 from the Dumas Highway or FM 1913 from US 287.

35.64379, -101.58641 · 35°38'37.7"N 101°35'11.1"W

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Typical weather

Typically 97°F in Jul, down to 52°F in Jan.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F525565738392979487756352
Low °F212431405061666457433123
Precip in0.60.51.21.72.33.02.32.91.61.90.70.6

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 4.7 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Park Headquarters

Can you reserve a site at Park Headquarters?
No. Park Headquarters is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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