Why people love visiting artsy Lufkin
Enjoy the area's festivals, theater scene and opera and make a vacation rental your home during your stay in Lufkin. Renowned for its baseball games, university setting and zoo, this city welcomes all visitors. Many of our vacation rentals offer full kitchens, spacious living quarters, and sometimes even a hot tub for a relaxing getaway.
Activities and attractions in and around Lufkin
Are you looking for things to do while you're in town? Venture out of your cozy vacation rental and experience everything that makes Lufkin a fun place to get away. Here are some of the top attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Ellen Trout Zoo (2.4 mi / 3.8 km)
- Nacogdoches County Exposition & Civic Center (20.8 mi / 33.5 km)
- Ratcliff Lake Recreation Area (29.1 mi / 46.9 km)
- Woodland Hills Golf Club (14.4 mi / 23.2 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Lufkin
Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to appreciate the scenery, Lufkin is a great place to spend some time outside. These are some of the area's most enchanting natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Little Cedar Creek Lake (11.8 mi / 18.9 km)
- Lake Nacogdoches (20.1 mi / 32.4 km)
- Davy Crockett National Forest (22 mi / 35.4 km)
- Boykin Springs at Angelina National Forest (23.1 mi / 37.2 km)
- Lanana Creek Trail (18.8 mi / 30.2 km)
- SFA Mast Arboretum (20.2 mi / 32.5 km)
Transportation to and around Lufkin
The nearest airport is in Nacogdoches, TX (OCH-A L Mangham Jr. Regional), located 16.7 mi (26.9 km) from the city center.