Location: Big Spring
Top Things to do in Big Spring
What to do and see in Big Spring, United States: The Best Places and Tips
Big Spring is a city in and the county seat of Howard County, Texas, United States, at the crossroads of U.S. Highway 87 and Interstate 20. With a population of 27,282 as of the 2010 census, it is the largest city between Midland to the west, Abilene to the east, Lubbock to the north, and San Angelo to the south. Big Spring was established as the county seat of Howard County in 1882; it is the largest community in the county.
Restaurants in Big Spring
1. Hangar 25 Air Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By cherylynn3 - Temple
My husband's pilot class 68A has a 50th reunion coming up this fall. We visited Hanger 25 and now wish ALL the class could have visited together. Martha Vierra is an excellent administrator and host who offered updates on usage and ownership of buildings and places familiar to the guys and breathed life into the exhibits as she shared stories and anecdotes about each of them. She even helped us find the 68-A yearbook (my husband doesn't even have a copy!) Martha said hanger isn't air-conditioned, but there's a MASSIVE ceiling fan (propeller?) that would feel like a wind tunnel if turned on "high." Two planes are outside, but the main exhibits and planes are indoors. Great gift shop with super-affordable items..even $12 t-shirts which are a steal! Drop a donation in the box to support this well-maintained collection of pilot class planes and memorabilia.
2. Heritage Museum of Big Spring
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By stillworkingat68 - Saint-Gaudens, France
Not a large Museum, but a fascinating insight into local history. A very welcome hostess. Our visit was made more interesting by the Christmas Tree exhibition. This year 56 trees each decorated uniquely by a different organisation, school,individual family etc. Well done !
3. Big Spring State Park
Overall Ratings
4 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By capitollover - Austin, Texas
This Texas State Park was built in 1934-1935 by the CCC (Civilian Conservation Corps). The original buildings (pavilion and headquarters still stand today. The park shows its age, but a construction project is underway to improve the roads/park, so it should be better in the next few months.
At the top of the mountain, you will find the pavillion, a large playground, parking and restrooms. We saw a couple of women out walking their dogs on the morning we visited. It seems to be more of a local "city" park than a more widely used state park.This is not a destination that I would drive all the way out to Big Spring to visit.
4. Big Spring Family Aquatic Center and Water Park
Overall Ratings
4 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By Bigspring432
The aquatic center offers fun for the entire family. Starting with the kiddie pool to the massive slides for the older children. Infants to teens and even adults will enjoy fun in the sun and splashing in the pools. Life guards are on duty to ensure safety.
5. The Train Car
Overall Ratings
5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By scottygator94 - Aubrey, Texas
Who da thunk that Big Spring would have one of the coolest, most chill cigar bars in West Texas?? Patrons have access to a full bar (no draft beer) and a decent selection of cigars (a little overpriced, but where else are you gonna go?), PLUS your choice of outdoor seating or indoor, in the luxurious confines of an old train car, complete with big leather chairs, board games, and drinks brought over from the bar car.
I can't wait to get back to this place! Everyone was friendly, and the "smoking" train car was a nice touch!
6. Big Spring Bowl-A-Rama
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Family owned, 24 lane bowling center. Modern lanes and scoring system. Automatic bumpers for the kids. Pro shop with accredited ball drillers. Snack bar with large menu from pizza to Tex/Mex and great hamburgers. Beer and wine based drinks also available. Only game in town.
Reviewed By Dale F - Bumba, null, Democratic Republic of the Congo
This is a state of the art bowling house with league bowling & plenty of open bowling available most of the time. They have a great snack bar & games for the kids that don't want to bowl. Very clean & well maintained. Professionally run by pro bowlers that even give lessons.
7. Moss Creek Lake
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By wtxtraveler - Lubbock, TX
Looking for someplace to go boating or jet skiing--try Moss Creek Lake, 400 acres of recreational use, including camping, playground, and picnic pavilions.
8. Comanche Trail Golf Course
Overall Ratings
4 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By wtxtraveler - Lubbock, TX
Like the city of Big Spring, the golf course near the state park, has gentle slopes. A nice change from many flat courses you see in West Texas.Weekday greens fees are $18, and they offer a twilight discount of 50%. In the summertime, you can golf for $9 after 4 p.m.
You can rent a cart for as little as $12.50 on nine holes.
There's a pro shop and snack bar, too.
Nice way to spend a summer/weekend afternoon.
9. Desert Flower Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Dale F - Bumba, null, Democratic Republic of the Congo
This art gallery is epic!! Finally, a place in my hometown where local artists can interact & network with folks they can relate to. Big Spring has needed a place like this for ages, because art & artist culture will be a great benefit to the community.
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