McBride Canyon Campground

Biking

Harbor Bay Trail, with two different mile-long loops, will give you a sweeping view of Fritch Canyon. Biking is also encouraged in the South Turkey Creek and Mullinaw areas. Otherwise, keep an eye out for the brown trail markers that designate bike-friendly spots!

Boating

Lots of visitors set sail on this lake each year, so you'll be in good company here. Make your way to one of four ramps and see why this body of water—one of the biggest in the area—is such a precious part of this park.

Fishing

You’ll have good luck with catfish, crappie, and bass here, and you just might snag a few walleye or trout while you’re out. A history of drought in this area means fishing here is a rare treat, so be sure to read up on the park’s regulations before you hit the docks.

Hiking

From casual stroll to canyon strut, the trails here are suited to whatever level you’re at. Take Harbor Bay Trail for a look at Lake Meredith or check out the Canadian River as it runs beside Mullinaw Trail. For an easy hike, try the newly-constructed Turkey Creek Trail.

Horseback riding

Two areas of this park are ideal for riding, and they’re both lined with enough cottonwoods for you and your four-legged pal to take a shade break. And don’t worry, Devil’s Canyon Trail isn’t nearly as tough as it sounds, with terrain fit for newbies or experts.

Paddling

Weave your way around the more delicate twists and turns of the Canadian River, or find your stride on Lake Meredith. This part of Texas can get pretty dry, but when the water’s high, you can paddle a path straight to the Fitch Fortress. If you’d rather sit back and let a ranger show you around, they’re happy to share Spring Canyon with you in the summer and fall.

Swimming

Tucked away from Lake Meredith, Spring Canyon is a great place to soak after a long day. It can get dry out here, so you’ll really appreciate these waters as they trickle down from the Canadian River.

Wildlife watching

The terrain out here at Lake Meredith National Recreation Area is tough, and so are the animals. You might catch a glimpse of some muskrats busy building in the waters of Spring Canyon, or a family of cottontails hopping across the shortgrass prairies of this region. Reptiles like the Ornate Box Turtle and the Collared Lizard can be found near the lake, and birds of all sizes—from Painted Buntings to Bald Eagles—make this land their home.