Why go
- City in Texas, United States.
- Served by Angelina County Airport (LFK).
History
Lufkin is the largest city in Angelina County, Texas, United States, and is the county seat. The city is situated in Deep East Texas and is 60 mi (97 km) west of the Texas–Louisiana state line. Its population is approximately 34,000 people as of 2024.
Where to stay
4220 Farm-To-Market 841, Lufkin, TX 75901 · lufkinrv.com
4404 S First St, Lufkin, TX 75901 · ihg.com
308 N Timberland Dr, Lufkin, TX 75901 · staylufkininn.com
2409 N Timberland Dr Building B, Lufkin, TX 75904 · choicehotels.com
2119 S First St, Lufkin, TX 75901 · wyndhamhotels.com
250 FM2021, Lufkin, TX 75901 · koa.com
2130 S First St, Lufkin, TX 75901 · marriott.com
3500 N Medford Dr, Lufkin, TX 75901
2216 S First St, Lufkin, TX 75901
103 Harmony Hill Dr, Lufkin, TX 75901
1112 N Timberland Dr, Lufkin, TX 75901
1110 S Timberland Dr, Lufkin, TX 75901 · motel6.com
1706 S First St, Lufkin, TX 75901
Restaurants & places to go
Burger, Fast Food · Fast Food Opening hours: Mo 08:00-18:15; Tu-Su 08:00-22:00 Features: takeaway · 2212 South First Street, Lufkin, 75901 · locations.wendys.com
Tacos, Tex-Mex, Fast Food · Store #36 Features: takeaway · 1517 South First Street, Lufkin, 75901
Chicken, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Sa 06:00-22:00; Su off Features: takeaway, delivery · 4605 South Medford Drive, Lufkin, 75901 · chick-fil-a.com
Pizza, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Th 10:30-24:00; Fr-Sa 10:30-01:00; Su 10:30-24:00 Features: takeaway, delivery · 1521 South First Street, Lufkin, 75901 · pizza.dominos.com
Mexican, Fast Food · Opening hours: 08:00-22:00 Features: takeaway · 1920 East Denman Avenue, Lufkin, 75901 · locations.moes.com
Italian, Restaurant · Opening hours: Su-Th 11:00-22:00, Fr-Sa 11:00-23:00 Features: takeaway · 3801 South Medford Drive, Lufkin, 75901 · olivegarden.com
Coffee Shop, Cafe · Opening hours: Su-Th 05:00-21:00; Fr,Sa 05:00-22:00 Features: takeaway, step-free access · 2210 South First Street, Lufkin, 75901 · starbucks.com
Sandwich, Fast Food · Opening hours: 08:00-21:00 Features: takeaway · 105 Champion Drive, Lufkin, 75901 · restaurants.subway.com
Frozen Yogurt, Ice Cream · Opening hours: Mo-Su 12:00-22:00 · 1102 South John Redditt Drive, Lufkin, 75904-4373 · farmhousefrozenyogurt.com
Chinese, Fast Food · Opening hours: 10:00-21:30 Features: takeaway · 2134 South First Street, Lufkin, 75901
Tex-Mex, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 2214 South First Street, Lufkin, 75901 · locations.tacobell.com
Wings, Restaurant · Wings restaurant · 105 Miles Way, Lufkin, 75901 · buffalowildwings.com
Hot Dog, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 101 North Brentwood Drive, Lufkin, 75904 · wienerschnitzel.com
Breakfast, Pancake, Restaurant · Features: takeaway · 4400 South Medford Drive, Lufkin, 75901
American, Restaurant · American restaurant · 3901 South Medford Drive, Lufkin, 75901
Ice Cream, Ice Cream · Ice Cream ice cream · 1817 Tulane Drive, Lufkin, 75901
Asian, Restaurant · Features: takeaway · 302 South Timberland Drive, Lufkin, 75901 · chenslufkin.com
Seafood, Restaurant · Seafood restaurant · 3107 South First Street, Lufkin, 75901 · ralphandkacoos.com
Barbecue, Restaurant · Barbecue restaurant · 203 South Chestnut Street, Lufkin, 75901 · lufkinbbq.com
Japanese, Restaurant · Japanese restaurant · 1905 Tulane Drive, Lufkin · sakecafetx.com
Juice, Fast Food · Features: takeaway
Donut, Restaurant · Features: takeaway · 1010 South John Redditt Drive, Lufkin, 75904
Restaurant · restaurant · 4306 South First Street, Lufkin, 75901 · theholeinonecafe.com
Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 609 South Timberland Drive, Lufkin, 75901
Cafe · cafe
Indoor
Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: 06:00-21:30 Features: takeaway · 2402 South First Street, Lufkin, 75901 · bk.com
Chicken, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 101 South Timberland Drive, Lufkin, 75901 · locations.churchs.com
Pizza, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Th 10:00-23:00; Fr-Sa 10:00-00:30; Su 10:00-23:00 Features: takeaway · 1205 South First Street, Lufkin, 75901 · locations.papajohns.com
Mexican, Restaurant · Opening hours: Su-Th 10:30-21:00, Fr-Sa 10:30-22:00 · 1919 South First Street, Lufkin, 75901 · tequilagrilltx.com
Coffee Shop, Cafe · Opening hours: Fr-Sa 07:00-22:00; Su-Th 07:00-21:00 · 123 South First Street, Lufkin, 75901-3041 · standpipecoffee.com
Sandwich, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 4601 South Medford Drive, Lufkin, 75901
Chinese, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Fr 09:00-17:00 Features: air conditioning
Tex-Mex, Restaurant · Tex-Mex restaurant · 4115 South Medford Drive, Lufkin, 75901
Wings, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 4505 South Medford Drive, Lufkin, 75901
American, Buffet, Restaurant · American/Buffet restaurant · 2410 South First Street, Lufkin, 75901
Ice Cream, Fast Food · Ice Cream fast food
Seafood, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 1112 South Timberland Drive, Lufkin, 75901
Barbecue, Restaurant · Barbecue restaurant
Japanese, Restaurant · Japanese restaurant · 2301 South First Street, Lufkin, 75901 · tsubakijapanese.com
Donut, Kolache, Tex-Mex, Fast Food · Donut/Kolache fast food · FM 1960 Bypass Road East
Restaurant · Features: takeaway · 3207 South First Street, Lufkin, 75901
Indoor
Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: 24/7 Features: takeaway · 1118 South Timberland Drive, Lufkin, 75901 · mcdonalds.com
Chicken, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 205 South Timberland Drive, Lufkin, 75901 · locations.kfc.com
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Airports
Angelina County Airport (LFK) 7.3 mi to the centre
Lufkin, TX, US — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
A.L. Mangham Jr. Regional Airport (OCH) 17 mi to the centre
556 Terry Crawford Dr, Nacogdoches, TX 75964 — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Jasper County Airport Bell Field (JAS) 52 mi to the centre
Jasper, TX, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Houston County Airport 40 mi to the centre
Crockett, TX, US
One Eyed Creek Airport 3.7 mi to the centre
Lufkin, TX, US
Gravco Airport 4.2 mi to the centre
Lufkin, TX, US
Where things are
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Photographs
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When to go
Tourist season
May – September
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Shoulder season
April, October
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Worth avoiding
Deep winter
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Angelina County Airport (LFK); 33 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Lufkin, Texas. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.
Trains & rail
National rail
Coaches & shuttles
Intercity coach
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