Paddling near Sanford, TX

Sanford sits in the Texas Panhandle along the Canadian River arm of Lake Meredith, the centerpiece of Lake Meredith National Recreation Area. The lake and its surrounding canyons draw kayakers, canoeists, and stand-up paddleboarders to calm, flatwater conditions suited to beginners and casual paddlers alike. Spring Canyon Stilling Basin, just east of Sanford Dam, and Cedar Canyon's public boat ramp are the go-to launch points in the area.