Introduction to Littlefield, Texas
Littlefield, Texas, in Lamb county, is 35 miles NW of Lubbock, Texas (center to center) and 259 miles E of Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Littlefield History
Littlefield was named after rancher George W. Littlefield, who divided his ranch to form a land company after surveys indicated that a railroad line from Santa Fe to Texico would pass through his land. The town became a station for the Panhandle and Santa Fe Railway in 1913. It was incorporated in 1924 and quickly developed as cottonseed oil mills, grain elevators, and irrigated farms were built. In 1935, Littlefield received its own hospital and clinic.
Littlefield and Nearby Attractions
- The Duggan House Museum
- Waylon Jennings RV Park
- Hillcrest Zoo
- Bull Lake
Things To Do In Littlefield
The Duggan House Museum exhibits artifacts related to local history and society. Waylon Jennings RV Park and Oasis State Park have areas for camping, fishing, and picnicking. Other interesting neighborhood destinations include the Hillcrest Zoo and the Bull Lake.
Littlefield Transportation
The nearest major airport is the Lubbock International.
Littlefield Higher Education
Colleges near Littlefield include Lubbock Christian University, South Plains College, Texas Tech, and Wayland Baptist University.
