To find Old Jacinto, look for 6th Street between Western and Georgia streets. A few miles north of Amarillo, the Canadian River Valley widens and a dam holds back Lake Meredith. The lake, covering more than 16,500 acres, is a prime recreation destination for Amarillo resents and a growing number of travelers. Lake Meredith National Recreation Area surrounds the reservoir, containing eight main parks and several smaller units. Administered by the National Park Service, these facilities include a marina, boat ramps, campgrounds, and picnic areas.
Anglers regularly take out walleye, bass, crappie, and catfish.
Park headquarters is located on Texas Highway 136, a mile east of the town of Fritch. Fritch is 36 miles from the city. Other roads will take you on to Borger and Stinnett, from which the recreation area access points are found. For information, call the park headquarters. Palo Duro Canyon State Park is set in the scenic canyon country a half-hour's drive south of Amarillo.