Exterior view of a Texarkana storage facility beside a lakeside outdoor scene with a kayak, tent, fishing gear, backpacks, and three circular infographic icons displayed vertically on the right side, representing storage features and outdoor equipment organization.

A Local’s Guide to Outdoor Adventures Near Texarkana and Smart Ways to Store Your Gear

Admin | September 10, 2025 @ 12:00 AM

Texarkana, although it offers many ways to engage in outdoor activities and experiences, creates many challenges for the majority of the rental population, as well as for many of our storage customers, who face the challenge of maintaining a reasonable level of organization to accommodate the large quantity of items associated with their outdoor adventures after every trip.

Therefore, in addition to sharing their favorite spots to visit outdoors, both locally and in the surrounding region, and sharing their knowledge of how to store and prepare their gear for the next outing/outing, our storage clients are also willing to share their knowledge and ideas to organize their gear prior to the next trip.

Wright Patman Lake

Wright Patman Lake is one of the most known spots for recreational fishing, boating, swimming, picnicking, etc. People like to visit Wright Patman Lake for its secluded coves, shaded campsites and views of the lake. Due to the pleasant waters of the lake, and its reachability by boat, kayak or paddleboard, Wright Patman Lake is a fan favorite for those that like to kayak or paddleboard.

Spring Lake Park

A favorite public park for walking the trails, having a picnic, running/walking through the open spaces and viewing wildlife, Spring Lake Park is a great place to breathe in some fresh air. The loop trails in Spring Lake Park are a great option for a run or an evening walk, and a favorite of the citizens of Texarkana who may live too far away from a park, yet still desire to get outside to breathe in some fresh air.

In addition, bicycle riders in this area enjoy riding the paved bike paths in Spring Lake Park, and many bicycle riders in this area also store their bikes in climate controlled storage units in Texarkana to protect their bikes from the heat and humidity when they are not being ridden.

Bringle Lake Park East and West

Bringle Lake is divided into two different parts of Texarkana, each with its own unique outdoor experience. Bringle Lake East is a favorite of kayakers and trail walkers who enjoy the scenic board walks and wooded trails. Bringle Lake West is a popular location for fishing, and contains several piers and shaded seating areas.

Many families choose to store their fishing gear, such as rods, tackle boxes, camping chairs, and other necessary items to enjoy a day on the lake in Storage Units In Texarkana Tx, so that they can quickly retrieve their gear and head to the lake for their next fishing trip.

Red River Area Outings

Just a short drive up north of Texarkana are those locations that provide access to the Red River, which offers opportunities for families or individuals to fish, hike, and explore the banks of the river and enjoy the beauty of the countryside. These are the excellent choices for families to make use of for their weekend getaway and  escape the busy-ness of the city.

As many families are aware, traveling to distant areas frequently requires transporting a lot of gear, including large quantities of camping gear, paddling gear, coolers and heavy equipment. For this reason, many families rent a Lockaway Storage Texarkana unit to store their gear in an organized and convenient manner for their next trip.

Millwood Lake on the Arkansas Side

If you would like to travel to an additional area beyond those already mentioned above, Millwood Lake is another wonderful location to observe birds (such as eagles, osprey and herons) while bird watching and is also a fantastic location to catch bass and catfish.

Outdoor enthusiasts frequently have their seasonal gear and fishing equipment prepared for an unexpected trip to leave immediately. As such, Drive Up Storage provides a means to easily load and unload your gear without bringing dirt and moisture into your home.

Ways for Organizing Your Outdoor Gear in Texarkana, TX

Climate-Controlled Storage:

Outdoor pursuits require a large number of items, which occupy a large amount of space. Additionally, the extremely hot temperatures, excessive humidity and severe weather in Texas can cause damage to your gear if stored in your garage or shed. Utilize the following basic methods to effectively and safely store all of your gear: such as backpacks, tents, life jackets, hiking boots and more can be stored in Climate Controlled Storage in Texarkana 

Drive-up Storage:

Utilize Drive-Up Storage in Texarkana, Texas for items such as kayaks, paddleboards, camping tables, coolers and outdoor furniture that you don’t utilize until certain times of the year. Being able to pull your vehicle directly up to your storage unit, will enable you to rapidly load and unload your gear.

Labeling your seasonal storage bins with stickers will allow you to quickly transition between your summer, spring and winter gear. Labeling your things in storage bins will help prevent clutter from filling up garages, and allow you to quickly locate what you need before your next excursion.

Placing your most used items towards the front of your storage unit will enable you to quickly locate and obtain them. Also, stacking them from heavy to light can really help to keep those items secure. Many Texans prefer to have a "grab and go" system for their outdoor gear, to facilitate rapid planning for spontaneous outdoor excursions.

Why Choose Lockaway Storage?

Residents know Lockaway Storage Texarkana as we offer clean, secure and accessible storage for all types of gear or all your needs. We offer climate controlled storage, drive up storage, and a wide variety of storage unit sizes to store everything from camping gear to kayaks.

We offer flexible month-to-month rentals, enabling you to add or subtract storage units based on your changing needs for your gear and not worry about long-term commitments.

Let Lockaway Storage Assist You in your Journey!

Whether you spend your weekends on the water, exploring the trails locally, or enjoying the natural beauty of the area surrounding Texarkana, possessing a designated space for your gear will simplify planning and participation in your outdoor excursions!

Lockaway Storage can assist you in finding the correct sized storage unit for your requirements today, and will support you in preparing for your next outdoor excursion!

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