Holiday Inn Express & Suites Childress Local Area

Fair Park area with lake for fishing and walking path with ducks.

The Childress County Heritage Museum offers a window into the region’s rich history. Housed in a restored 1935 post office, the museum features exhibits on pioneer life, agriculture, local industry, and military history. Notable displays include the "Pioneer Room," recreating a typical early 20th-century home, and artifacts from the Childress Army Airfield used during World War II. Open Wed–Sat, 9 AM to 5 PM.

Caprock Canyons State Park lies in West Texas’s Panhandle, where rugged, multicolored cliffs and open prairie meet. Spanning over 15,300 acres, it’s home to the official Texas State Bison Herd, with bison roaming freely alongside prairie dogs, deer, and diverse birdlife. Explore nearly 90 miles of hiking, biking, and equestrian trails, drive scenic routes past Lake Theo, or cross through the bat-filled Clarity Tunnel for a true Wild West adventure.

Stoney Ridge Golf Course is a public 18-hole, par-71 course stretching 6,761 yards. It features parkland and links-style elements, with rolling fairways bordered by prairie grasses and minimal tree coverage. The course includes strategically placed bunkers and water hazards, offering a challenging yet enjoyable experience for golfers of all skill levels. Amenities include a driving range, practice facilities, and an on-site grill. Green fees range from $30 to $38, depending on the day.

The Mashburn Event Center in Childress, Texas, is a flexible venue for events of all kinds. The 13,000-square-foot expo center includes private restrooms, flat-screen TVs, a commercial kitchen, and sound system, seating up to 450 guests. The indoor arena features a dirt floor, seats 1,200, and includes Priefert equipment and laser-accurate timing. Guests also have access to an outdoor arena, 76 horse stalls, and 10 RV spots for added convenience.