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Outdoor Adventure

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With great weather year-round, Lubbock is home to plenty of outdoor activities to keep you moving once you step outside of the classroom. From parks and trails to canyons and lakes, you'll never run out of outdoor adventures in West Texas.


Palo Duro Canyon

Camping, Hiking & Skiing

Lace up your hiking boots! Amazing trails can be found among the open landscape of the Texas High Plains. Whether you prefer hiking or mountain biking, each mile of trail located in the canyons, lakes and parks surrounding Lubbock holds an adventure you won't forget. For even more adventures, the slopes of New Mexico and Colorado are only a short drive away.

Big Bend National Park
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Ski Apache

Outdoor Adventure

With over 81 parks and recreational facilities, Lubbock has you covered with outdoor entertainment. Challenge yourself at a state-of-the-art driving range or the local adventure park. To cool off, swing by Dunbar Historic Lake to try your hand at stand-up paddle-boarding or yoga on the water. Opportunities for outdoor activities are endless here.

Lubbock Parks & Recreation
Lubbock Lake National Historical Landmark
 
Dunbar Lake

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