Local Area Attractions Near Lufkin KOA Journey

We are situated so that you are within a 10-minute drive to anywhere in Lufkin, Texas, and just a 20-minute drive to The Oldest Town in Texas, Nacogdoches. Use our campground as a basecamp while you discover all the area has to offer.

Ellen Trout Zoo

Ellen Trout Zoo

Acclaimed as one of the finest small city zoos in the nation, Ellen Trout zoo provides homes to nearly 800 wild and exotic creatures from around the world. At the park, you can ride a miniature pre-Civil war train replica around the lake and through the beautiful pine trees.

402 Zoo Circle, North Loop 287

Lufkin, TX 75901

936-633-0399

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Texas Forestry Museum

Texas Forestry Museum

The only museum of its kind in Texas featuring exhibits that include a Paper Mill Room; sawmill town exhibit, logging locomotive and depot, forest fire lookout tower, modern management practices, and the Urban Wildscape Trail.

1905 Atkinson Dr

Lufkin, TX 75901

936-632-9535

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Texas State Railroad

Texas State Railroad

Just a short 45 minute drive for Lufkin KOA., Texas State Railroad, established 1881, is truly a "Texas Treasure!", Take a relaxing train ride thru the pineywoods of East Texas, enjoy fun special events with your family, or experience an evening dinner train.

This historic railroad offers steam train excursions that travel 25 miles through scenic pineywoods and amidst a backdrop of rolling hills, nature and wildlife.

Park Road 76, US 84 West

Rusk, TX 75785

877-726-7245

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George H. Henderson, Jr. Exposition Center

George H. Henderson, Jr. Exposition Center

Located just over a mile from Lufkin KOA. This is East Texas' premier multipurpose event venue! Situated on 36 acres, we have room for almost any event you can imagine. Annually, our Angelina Expo hosts events like the Texas State Forest Festival, PRCA Angelina Benefit Rodeo, and dozens of other events for your entertainment.

1200 Ellen Trout Zoo

Lufkin, TX 75901

936-637-3976

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Museum of East Texas

Museum of East Texas

The Museum offers a variety of public programs throughout the year and its commitment to visual arts education and cultural enrichment is the driving force behind all of its programs., Exhibitions, lectures, workshops, children's events and fundraisers cover a wide range of interests and topics and are sure to appeal to everyone.

503 N 2nd St.

Lufkin, TX 75901

936-639-4434

Local Area Recreation Near Lufkin KOA Journey

Antique and Boutique Shopping

Antique and Boutique Shopping

Both Lufkin and Nacogdoches are full of antique and boutique shops!

Visit the Oldest Town in Texas

Visit the Oldest Town in Texas

The oldest town in Texas, Nacogdoches, is just a short 15 minute drive from Lufkin KOA!

Dining and Drinks

Dining and Drinks

Lufkin is known for our unique food and drink options!

lufkin, TX 75901