Blue West Campground
Open — Open year-round, first-come, first-served. No reservations accepted. No water available on-site; bring adequate supply.
Application for Special Use Permit
Each applicant will be required to complete a new "Application For Special Use Permit" prior to any new permit being issued
Condition of Turkey Creek Trail
Turkey Creek Trail, located near the Harbor Bay Campground Area, is available to hike for one-mile at this time. The trail past one-mile is underwater.
About
Blue West Campground is a caprock campground located on the north shore of Lake Meredith, accessed via FM Road 1913. Perched on the cliffs overlooking the lake, this primitive camping area offers excellent views but difficult access to the shoreline below. The campground features 30 first-come, first-served sites, each equipped with a picnic table and shade shelter, making it ideal for campers seeking a quiet, off-grid experience in the Texas Panhandle. The unpaved road through the campground provides access to sites that can accommodate trailers and RVs, though the primitive conditions and clifftop location require careful navigation. Vault toilets are available year-round, but there is no water on-site, so campers must bring their own supply. Campfires are permitted only in existing grills and rings. The location offers a unique perspective of Lake Meredith and the surrounding breaks carved by the Canadian River over centuries. The area is particularly known for spectacular sunset views across the Texas plains. While the campground provides no modern amenities, it serves as an excellent base for exploring the 11 campgrounds and diverse habitats within Lake Meredith National Recreation Area.
Directions
From Amarillo, take Loop 335 North, then exit Highway 136 North to Fritch. From the north, take FM 1913 from either the Dumas Highway or US 287. The campground is located north of the lake off FM Road 1913; turn onto Blue West Road.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| lamr_interpretation@nps.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (806) 857-3151 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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