Things to Do near Lubbock, TX
If you want to stick to the country on your getaway, we have a handful of fun things to do you can’t get in Lubbock. Slaton Harvey House will give you a convenient place to stay near all of these attractions so you can keep away from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Come enjoy the country life on your quiet getaway.
Texas Air Museum
Address: 12102 FM 400 #34, Slaton, TX
Hours: 9AM - 5PM (Saturday only)
A $5 minimum donation is required, but if you like the museum you can donate more.
One of our guests’ favorite things to see when they’re staying in Slaton is the Texas Air Museum. The outdoor aviation museum houses a bunch of aircraft from various time periods. While some of the planes are no longer in working order, others are still flown today.
Let your knowledge of plane history soar at the exhibits depicting different stages of plane travel. If you time it right, you may get a chance to catch an air show this summer.
Buffalo Springs Lake
Who doesn’t love a refreshing dip in a lake in the summer heat? Lakes and rivers in arid western Texas are few and far between—that’s why Buffalo Springs Lake is one of the most popular places to chill.
Buffalo Bay Marina
While you can relax on the lakeshore and take the occasional swim, it can be more fun to take a boat on the water yourself. So long as you have a Texas boating permit, you’ll be able to take pontoon rentals out on the water from the marina. There’s also other watercraft (such as canoes, kayaks, paddleboards) that you can use on the lake for a small fee.
Fishing
Bring your fishing pole and license, because the largemouth bass fishing here is beyond incredible. You can rent some of this equipment at the Lakeside Grocery or the Buffalo Bay Marina.
Shooting Ranges near Lubbock, TX
The shooting range is one of the most popular things to do in Texas. Whether you’re familiar with firearms or you want to get started on a new hobby, there are a few places you can give the shots a shot.
Lubbock Shooting Complex
Address: 1475 County Rd 1, Lubbock, TX
Hours: 10AM - 6PM (every day but Tuesday)
Probably the best way to go target hunting is by visiting the Lubbock Shooting Complex on the edge of town. You’ll have your choice from an assortment of pistols, rifles, shotguns, and more!
Rentals cost $20 per gun you want to use, plus the ammunition cost.
41 Lead Farm
Address: FM 41 &, County Rd 2140, Lubbock, TX
Hours
Friday: 2PM - 7PM
Saturday - Sunday: 10AM - 7PM
An outdoor range where you can bring your own guns for target practice. Cost is $10 per guest, and each guest must be 18 or older (unless accompanied by a parent). Shotguns and rifles larger than a .300 Winchester Magnum are allowed. Call 806-370-0456 for more information.
Castle Firearms Training Center
Address: 1274 FM211, New Home, TX
Hours: 12PM - 6PM (Thursday - Saturday)
Are you hoping to get a gun of your own? Do you want some training so you can conceal carry? Enroll in a class at Castle Firearms and you’ll bring home knowledge to protect yourself.
West Texas Raceway
Address: 12503 US-87, Lubbock, TX
Admission: $10 - $20 per person (depending on the event)
You won’t find a better dirt track in town! West Texas Raceway is the best place to go if you love watching high-speed races from skilled drivers. Races run from June to August with racers from every age and skill level. If you’re looking for a night of fun, you can’t do much better than this.
Hopefully you’ve found some of these attractions interesting. After a long day of play, you’ll want somewhere close and quiet to return to. Slaton Harvey House is the perfect place to book. Check out our rooms today.