Lubbock Lake Landmark

Lubbock Lake Landmark The archaeological record at the Landmark provides a window into the past 12,000 years of prehistory and history; also a nature preserve with hiking trails
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For thousands of years, across hundreds of generations, people have come to Lubbock Lake. Located in the southernmost reaches of the Great Plains of North America, the waters of this ancient lake nourished a rich and abundant ecosystem that in turn, provided food, shelter, tools, and clothing to those who traveled across it or came to settle here. Clovis Age hunter-gatherers, who followed the Anci

ent Bison and Colombian Mammoth, the Apache and Comanche nations, and the founding of a modern city are each a part of the history of this National Historic Landmark that is one of the premier archaeological and research sites in North America. Lubbock Lake Landmark is a unit of the Museum of Texas Tech University.

06/05/2026
The Lubbock Lake Landmark will host its annual Dawn of Time Fun Run at 6:30 a.m. July 18th. To register, go to https://w...
06/04/2026

The Lubbock Lake Landmark will host its annual Dawn of Time Fun Run at 6:30 a.m. July 18th. To register, go to https://www.runreg.com/dawn-of-time-fun-run Registration deadline is 5 p.m. July 1st. No late registrations will be accepted. Please share this post.

06/03/2026

What is flintknapping? Find out with one of our researchers Dr. Stance Hurst, then come out to the Lubbock Lake Landmark to discover more about stone tools!

Please note that we are protected by state and federal laws. No dogs are allowed on the trails for their safety, the saf...
06/02/2026

Please note that we are protected by state and federal laws. No dogs are allowed on the trails for their safety, the safety of our wildlife, and the protection of our nature preserve and archaeological site. Also, trails are only open when the Interpretive Center is open during public hours. Thank you for your cooperation. Parking lot opens at 8 p.m. and closes again at 10 p.m.

The Lubbock Lake Landmark will have extended hours starting June 2nd. We will open at 7 a.m. and close at 5 p.m. Tuesda...
06/01/2026

The Lubbock Lake Landmark will have extended hours starting June 2nd. We will open at 7 a.m. and close at 5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, but we will keep regular 1-5 p.m. Sunday hours.

05/30/2026

Learn about the Texas horned lizard, then come out to the Lubbock Lake Landmark and see if you can find a h***y toad!

05/29/2026

From Billions to a Fraction🐾🌾

It’s hard to imagine today, but billions of prairie dogs once roamed across North America. In 1901, one continuous prairie dog town stretched from Clarendon all the way to San Angelo—around 250 miles long and 100–150 miles wide. It was one of the largest concentrations of mammals on the continent.🌎

Today, only 2–4% of those historic populations remain. The biggest culprits?
• Habitat fragmentation🌱
• Sylvatic plague, introduced in the early 1900s
• Widespread poisoning campaigns beginning in 1917

By understanding this history, we can better protect the prairie dog colonies that still remain—and the many species that depend on them.

Starting June 2nd, the Landmark trails will open at 7 a.m. for the summer months.
05/29/2026

Starting June 2nd, the Landmark trails will open at 7 a.m. for the summer months.

In collaboration with the Museum at Texas Tech University and the Lubbock Lake Landmark, the Department of Physics and A...
05/28/2026

In collaboration with the Museum at Texas Tech University and the Lubbock Lake Landmark, the Department of Physics and Astronomy is thrilled to invite you to another AstroNight from 8:30-10:30 p.m., Friday, May 29th, at the Lubbock Lake Landmark. You will attend a lecture and use telescopes to view planets, star clusters, and more. Enjoy fun, hands-on science demonstrations for kids and adults alike. Meet and chat with local astronomers and physicists. This family-friendly event is free and open to the public. No reservations required. Bring your curiosity, and let's enjoy the universe together!

05/27/2026

Learn about the American Lion with the Lubbock Lake Landmark! What would you do if you came across an American Lion 12,000 years ago?

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2401 Landmark Drive
Lubbock, TX
79415

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm

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(806) 742-1116

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