- TripBuzz found 32 things to do with kids in or near Lufkin, Texas, including 19 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Nacogdoches.
- From Ellen Trout Zoo to Ratliff Lake, the Lufkin area offers 26 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Bowling, Mini Golf and Zoos.
- Located in Eastern Texas, Lufkin is a manufacturing community a short distance from Nacogdoches. Along with Lufkin Industries (producers of machinery), the city is also home to a candy manufacturer. Although not a very large town, Lufkin offers several attractions including a zoo, trout park, theater and both a forestry and local history museum.
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With close to 700 reptiles, birds, and mammals, the Ellen Trout Zoo has various exhibits that display animals in their natural habitats. The Spectacled Owl, Jamaican Fruit Bat, Bontebok, White Rhino, Masai Giraffe, and Hippo are among the most popular animals at the zoo.
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A recreation area surrounds the 45-acre Ratliff Lake that was originally a log pond until it was expanded by the Civilian Conservation Corps. Facilities are open year-round and include a reservable amphitheater, swim area, picnic tables, and large campground.
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A skate park with an on site pro shop, Dave's Skate Park features ramps and obstacles for guests on skateboards and bikes. The skate park also features a Masonite riding surface.
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A miniature golf course, Lunar Mini Golf uses lighting and sound effects to create an intriguing space-themed golfing experience. The facility offers open golfing as well as party and other event rentals.
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Lufkin Lanes is a family-friendly bowling alley that features glow bowling and birthday party packages. Open seven days a week, the lanes also offer league play options for the more serious bowler.
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Having first opened in 1925, The Pines Theater has quite a rich history. Locals of Lufkin enjoy taking in live performances, films, music concerts and more in the towns cultural gem.
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The Texas Forestry Museum explores the past, present, and future of Texas' forests and the forest industry. The museum has a variety of exhibits, including the Sawmill Doctor Exhibit, which goes over the role a sawmill doctor plays in a sawmill town.
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The 153,179-acre Angelina National Forest is a national forest that features a 114,500-acre lake, two developed recreational areas, and a 5 ½-mile hiking trail. The trail can be used for running, walking, or biking.
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5104 S 1st Street, Lufkin, TX 75901
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The historic Naranjo Museum of Natural History is a museum that showcases fossils, artifacts, and geological minerals. The museum includes exhibits such as the 'Permian Display', 'Cave Bears', and 'The Einiosaur'.
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The Cinemark Lufkin 12 Theater is an all-stadium-style seating cineplex that features first-run movies across 12 auditoriums. The theater uses the latest digital projection technology, is fully 3D capable, and has a snack bar and arcade as well.