Lake Meredith National Recreation Area - Boating (U.S. National Park Service)

The primary activity at Lake Meredith National Recreation Area is boating. The National Park Service is concerned for the safety of all visitors; therefore we strictly enforce boating safety regulations.

Permits are required to boat at Lake Meredith. Permits can be purchased at park headquarters in Fritch, the marina at Lake Meredith, or area bait shops. A one-day permit costs $4.00, three-days $10.00, and annual $40.00. Permits are half price for holders of the Golden Age or Golden Access Pass.

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Boats can usually be launched from Fritch Fortress boat ramp or the marina.

Weather changes in the Texas Panhandle very quickly. We attempt to notify boaters of inclement weather by sending patrol boats around the lake with a siren. Also, wind warning systems have been installed at Sandy Point and Fritch Fortress. These systems have a wind-driven propeller, which will activate stroble lights when the winds reach 20 mph.