Outdoor Recreation Center
All of your adventures start here! Outdoor Recreation provides you with all you need to explore the Last Frontier. You can rent equipment perfect for any adventure, including bikes, camping gear, and more! You can also find plenty of equipment including tables, coolers, bounce houses, and more! No matter what you need Outdoor Recreation can help make sure you are covered.
Special Offer
Services
Outdoor Recreation offers a wide range of facilities, services, programs including a large equipment rental center offering everything from campers and camping equipment to bounce houses, power tools and much more.
- Equipment Rental
- FamCamp
Skeet & Trap
- Trips & Events
Boat & RV Storage
- Southwinds Marina
- Disc Golf
- Paintball
Programs
Outdoor Recreation offers a wide range of facilities, services, programs including a large equipment rental center offering everything from camping equipment to bounce houses, and much more.
Disc Golf
Come try our Disc Golf Course located at Outdoor Recreation. Use of course is FREE! Disc Golf kit rentals and scorecards are available at ODR. Great way to get some fresh air, spend time on our trails, and challenge yourself and others to a fun game.
Equipment Rental
Having a party and need equipment? Want to go paddling on Lake Amistad? ODR rents everything from canopies and camping tents to tables and chairs; inflatable bounce houses for your little ones' party or dunk tanks and charcoal/gas grills for your unit functions; mountain bikes, sleeping bags, and much more.
- Call ODR to check availability; certain items may not be available during special events. 24-hour notice is required for full cancellation refunds. Cancellations within 24-hours forfeit deposit/payments.
- All reservations require full payment to secure your items. No voluntary holds are allowed. We accept VISA, MasterCard, and American Express. Guests are required to sign rental contracts at the time of pick-up and drop-off and will be responsible for any damages or changes to the condition of the equipment that occurred during the rental period.
- Many large rental items require large vehicles or towing capabilities, please check with ODR Staff at the time of reservation for vehicle and transportation requirements.
- Pleas see the Equipment Rental Guides below for more information.
FamCamp
FamCamp is a premier campground located at Laughlin Air Force Base. Our facility offers a variety of amenities to ensure your stay with us is as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. Take advantage of our sand volleyball court, playground, and access to full hookups (water, electric, and sewer.) We also provide a free laundry facility on-site, allowing you to keep your clothes fresh and clean without having to leave the campground. Come experience the best camping experience at FamCamp!Friendship Pool
Friendship Pool is the perfect summer destination for families and individuals seeking a refreshing and fun swimming experience. Our seasonal outdoor swimming pool is open from Memorial Day through Labor Day and offers a range of exciting features to keep visitors entertained. From our swimming rock climbing wall to the water slide, and a kiddie pool, there's something for everyone. Our lifeguards ensure a safe environment for swimmers, and our pool deck provides ample space for lounging and relaxing in the sun. Whether you're looking for a place to cool off, splash around, or just unwind under the sun, Friendship Pool is the perfect spot to do so. Come visit us and make some unforgettable summer memories with your family and friends.Skeet and Trap
The Skeet and Trap range is open from dawn to dusk every day. A certified range saftey officer must be present to use the facilty. Outdoor Recreation does NOT provide clays, firearms, or ammo. Please call Outdoor Recreation to reserve the facilty.Southwinds Marina
Southwinds Marina is the ultimate destination for all your water activity needs. Our marina features a range of amenities and services, including cabin rentals, campsites, and water activities for visitors of all ages. Whether you want to spend the day on the water or relax in a cozy cabin by the lake, we have something for everyone. Our boat slip rental and boat towing services ensure that your watercraft stays safe and secure when not in use, and our dry storage rental provides a convenient option for those who prefer to keep their boats on land. Equipment rentals are also available for kayaks, paddle boards, boats, and canoes so you can enjoy a fun day out on the water with family and friends. Come visit us at Southwinds Marina and experience the best of what Laughlin AFB has to offer.Paintball
Gear up for adrenaline-pumping fun! Experience the thrill of paintball at our range, perfect for birthday parties, squadron events, or friendly battles. Paintballs available for purchase at Outdoor Recreation.Pavilions
Outdoor Recreation offers five pavilions located next to FamCamp available for party rentals. These palivions are equipped with bathroom facilities, lighting, electrical outlets, trash cans, recycling, and grills. The pavilions have everything you may need for an outdoor get together.Recharge 4 Resiliency (R4R)
Throughout the year, Outdoor Recreation offers a number of Recharge 4 Resiliency (R4R) events targeted towards different demographics present at Laughlin AFB. These events range in programming from hiking trips, kayaking trips, horseback riding, skydiving, bowling, and much more! Check out our calendar of events for what is upcoming.RV/Boat Storage
Located conveniently on Laughlin Air Force Base and Southwinds Marina, our two secure storage lots are available on a first-come, first serve basis with priority for Active Duty Service Members. To inquire on availability, please contact ODR.
Outdoor Equipment Rentals
Outdoor Equipment Rentals are available on a first come, first serve basis. Please contact Outdoor Recreation for availablity. Payment due upon reservation. Rental agreement will be provided by Outdoor Recreation.
| Item | Daily | Weekend | Holiday | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Backpack | $7.00 | $10.50 | $17.50 | $26.25 |
Large Backpack | $10.50 | $17.50 | $21.00 | $35.00 |
Baby Pack | $12.25 | $19.25 | $24.50 | $52.50 |
Two Person Tent | $14.00 | $17.50 | $26.25 | $52.50 |
Four Person Tent | $17.50 | $22.75 | $35.00 | $70.00 |
Eight Person Tent | $20.00 | $25.25 | $39.00 | $90.00 |
Nine Person Tent | $23.00 | $27.00 | $42.00 | $110.00 |
Ten Person Tent | $26.00 | $30.00 | $45.00 | $115.00 |
Sleeping Pad | $8.75 | $12.25 | $17.50 | $26.25 |
Sleeping Bag | $12.25 | $15.75 | $19.25 | $43.75 |
Dutch Oven | $8.75 | $10.50 | $14.00 | $26.25 |
Two Burner Stove | $7.00 | $10.50 | $14.00 | $26.25 |
Cook Set | $7.00 | $10.50 | $14.00 | $26.25 |
Hammock Set | $8.75 | $10.50 | $26.25 | $35.00 |
Tea Kettle | $3.50 | $7.00 | $8.75 | $10.50 |
Lantern | $3.50 | $5.25 | $7.00 | $8.75 |
Bicycle Helmet is required for all bicycle rentals. Only adult-sized bicycles available at this time. | $35.00 | $61.25 | $78.75 | $105.00 |
Helmet | $3.50 | $5.25 | $7.00 | $8.75 |
Sporting Balls | $3.50 | $5.25 | $7.00 | $8.75 |
Arcade Football Drill Game Requires a $50.00 deposit. | $50.00 | $75.00 | $100.00 | $150.00 |
Arcade Basketball Game Requires a $50.00 deposit. | $50.00 | $75.00 | $100.00 | $150.00 |
Air Hockey Table Requires a $50.00 deposit. | $45.00 | $65.00 | $80.00 | $95.00 |
Pickleball Set | $15.00 | $30.00 | $40.00 | $50.00 |
Spikeball | $7.00 | $8.75 | $10.50 | $17.50 |
Softball Set | $7.00 | $8.75 | $10.50 | $17.50 |
Tennis Set | $7.00 | $8.75 | $10.50 | $17.50 |
Volleyball Set | $7.00 | $8.75 | $10.50 | $17.50 |
Disc Golf Set | $7.00 | $8.75 | $10.50 | $17.50 |
Tug-o-War Rope | $7.00 | $8.75 | $10.50 | $17.50 |
Washer Toss Game | $7.00 | $8.75 | $10.50 | $17.50 |
Connect Four | $10.00 | $20.00 | $35.00 | $45.00 |
Giant Dominoes | $4.00 | $8.00 | $10.00 | $12.00 |
Sauce Toss | $5.00 | $7.00 | $9.00 | $20.00 |
Ring Toss | $4.00 | $6.00 | $8.00 | $15.00 |
Yard Pong | $6.00 | $9.00 | $12.00 | $20.00 |
Giant Jenga | $6.00 | $10.00 | $12.00 | $14.00 |
Giant Checkers | $10.00 | $20.00 | $35.00 | $45.00 |
Ladder Toss | $15.00 | $30.00 | $40.00 | $50.00 |
Cornhole | $8.75 | $12.25 | $15.75 | $35.00 |
Badminton | $5.25 | $7.00 | $10.50 | $17.50 |
Bocce Ball | $5.25 | $7.00 | $8.75 | $17.50 |
Frisbee | $1.75 | $5.25 | $8.75 | $17.50 |
KanJam | $5.25 | $7.00 | $8.75 | $17.50 |
GoPro | $26.25 | $35.00 | $52.50 | $87.50 |
4x8 Utility Trailer | $35.00 | $49.00 | $61.25 | $122.50 |
5x8 Cargo Trailer | $43.75 | $56.00 | $70.00 | $131.25 |
6x16 Utility Trailer | $52.50 | $66.50 | $78.75 | $140.00 |
Tri-Ball Hitch | $7.00 | $10.50 | $14.00 | $26.25 |
Generator Customers are required to refill generator upon return. Customers will be charged a $50.00 refill fee if returned empty. | $55.00 | $65.00 | $70.00 | $120.00 |
Projector | $65.00 | $80.00 | $95.00 | $110.00 |
Archery Range (2 Hours) Minimum 2 hour reservation per person. | $10.00 | - | - | - |
Recurve Bow Quiver and Arrows included. | $20.00 | - | - | - |
Recurve Bow No Quiver or Arrows included. | $15.00 | - | - | - |
Quiver with Arrows | $5.00 | - | - | - |
Party Equipment Rentals
Party Equipment Rentals are available on a first come, first serve basis. Please contact Outdoor Recreation for availablity. Payment due upon reservation. Rental agreement will be provided by Outdoor Recreation.
| Item | Daily | Weekend | Holiday | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Canopy 10x10 | $35.00 | $43.75 | $52.50 | $122.50 |
Canopy 10x15 | $43.75 | $64.75 | $87.50 | $210.00 |
Folding Metal Chair | $1.75 | $2.63 | $3.50 | $5.25 |
6' Rectangle Table | $7.00 | $10.50 | $14.00 | $26.25 |
6' Round Table | $7.00 | $10.50 | $14.00 | $26.25 |
Dunk Tank | $52.50 | $70.00 | $87.50 | $210.00 |
35 Quart Yeti Cooler | $26.35 | $43.75 | $61.25 | $122.50 |
75 Quart Yeti Cooler | $35.00 | $56.00 | $78.75 | $166.25 |
105 Quart Yeti Cooler | $43.75 | $70.00 | $96.25 | $210.00 |
75 Quart IGLOO Cooler | $10.50 | $14.00 | $21.00 | $43.75 |
150 Quart IGLOO Cooler | $35.00 | $43.75 | $52.50 | $122.50 |
5 Gallon IGLOO Jug | $5.25 | $7.00 | $10.50 | $17.50 |
10 Gallon IGLOO Jug | $7.00 | $10.50 | $14.00 | $26.25 |
Frozen Drink Machine $26.00 deposit required. | $43.75 | $61.25 | $78.75 | $175.00 |
Popcorn Machine $26.00 deposit required. | $35.00 | $52.50 | $70.00 | $113.75 |
Snow Cone Machine $26.00 deposit required. | $35.00 | $52.50 | $70.00 | $113.75 |
Cotton Candy Machine $26.00 deposit required. | $35.00 | $52.50 | $70.00 | $113.75 |
Oil-less Turkey Fryer | $35.00 | $52.50 | $70.00 | $113.75 |
BBQ Smoker Charcoal not provided. | $43.75 | $61.25 | $78.75 | $175.00 |
Charcoal Grill Charcoal not provided. | $61.25 | $87.50 | $122.50 | $210.00 |
Propane Grill Propane not provided. | $45.75 | $61.25 | $78.75 | $175.00 |
Bluetooth Speaker Cord provided. Outlet necessary. $45.50 deposit required. | $56.88 | $113.75 | $113.75 | $131.25 |
Holiday Costume (Easter Bunny) Costumes must be dry cleaned upon return. Customers who return a dirty costume will be charged a $30.00 dry cleaning fee. | $44.00 | - | - | - |
Holiday Costume (Santa) Costumes must be dry cleaned upon return. Customers who return a dirty costume will be charged a $30.00 dry cleaning fee. | $26.00 | - | - | - |
Holiday Costume (Deluxe Santa) Costumes must be dry cleaned upon return. Customers who return a dirty costume will be charged a $30.00 dry cleaning fee. | $44.00 | - | - | - |
Holiday Costume (Mrs. Claus) Costumes must be dry cleaned upon return. Customers who return a dirty costume will be charged a $30.00 dry cleaning fee. | $26.00 | - | - | - |
Holiday Costume (Elf) Costumes must be dry cleaned upon return. Customers who return a dirty costume will be charged a $30.00 dry cleaning fee. | $35.00 | - | - | - |
Paintball Party Package Two hour field use. Private parties require a minimum of five players. | $52.00 | - | - | - |
Paintball Party Package (Additional Hour) Additional hour of field use. | $20.00 | - | - | - |
Paintball Marker, Mask, All Day Air | $15.00 | - | - | - |
500 Paintballs | $20.00 | - | - | - |
1000 Paintballs | $25.00 | - | - | - |
2000 Paintballs | $40.00 | - | - | - |
Upcoming Events
May
04
May the Force Be W ...Outdoor Rec
May04
May the Force Be With You, Under the StarsOutdoor Rec
Time
8:15 PM - 10:30 PMEvent Details
Journey to a galaxy far, far away with us at Outdoor Recreation's Star Wars Movie Night!
Date: May 4, 2024
Time: 8:15pm - 10:30pm
Location: Pavilion 4
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May
11
Robin Hood RoundupOutdoor Rec
May11
Robin Hood RoundupOutdoor Rec
Time
10:00 AM - 12:00 PMEvent Details
Join Robin Hood and his merry men for an unforgettable day of archery fun!
Date: May 11, 2024
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Skeet and Trap Range ...
May
18
Fundamental Licens ...Outdoor Rec
May18
Fundamental License to CarryOutdoor Rec
Time
8:00 AM - 3:00 PMEvent Details
FSS Facility: Outdoor Recreation
Audience: Active duty and Dependents
Location: Cactus handgun training
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May
25
Opening Day of Out ...Hot Events
May25
Opening Day of Outdoor Pool SeasonHot Events
Time
10:00 AM - 2:00 PMEvent Details
Event Title: Opening Day Pool Celebration
Event Date: 2024-05-25
Event Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Event Location: Friendship Pool on Base, 399 Mitchel Blvd
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Contact
Outdoor Recreation Center
Building 218, 50 Arkansas Street, Laughlin AFB, TX 78843
Hours of Operation
- Mon - TueClosed
- Wed - Fri9 am - 5 pm
- Sat10 am - 2 pm
- Sun11 am - 3 pm
- HolidaysClosed