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Community • Legacy • Recreation • Nacogdoches, TX

Sparks Lake Activity Center

A privately restored, community-centered recreation and event destination serving East Texas — rooted in the historic Carpenter legacy and built for generations.

More than a gym — a regional gathering place.
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A Private Effort. A Public Benefit.

SLAC is privately owned and locally operated — restoring a meaningful place into a permanent community destination for families, youth, churches, organizations, and visitors.

11.2 Acres Indoor Arena + Events Outdoor Amenities Walkable Lodging Nearby

What’s Here

Basketball & recreation • community events • meetings & celebrations • tournaments • concerts & gatherings — with more amenities being added as restoration progresses.

The Future of Sparks Lake Activity Center

A restored destination for events, sports, weddings, and community pride in East Texas.

Upcoming Events at SLAC

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Play, Gather, and Stay at Sparks Lake

Visiting Sparks Lake Activity Center? Stay just across the lake at Sparks Lake Resort and enjoy peaceful cabins, beautiful lake views, and a relaxing place to recharge after the day’s activities.

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Jose
★★★★★
We had a wonderful stay. The place was relaxing and peaceful. Our family loved fishing, kayaking, and making s’mores by the lake.
Michelle
★★★★★
Perfect for SFA Family Weekend. Close to campus but peaceful and quiet. The lake is beautiful and the cabin was adorable.
Kara
★★★★★
Bear Cabin was everything we hoped for. Quiet, scenic, beautifully maintained, and the ideal place to unwind.
Edward
★★★★★
Wonderful lakeside cabin. Secluded and peaceful with great fishing and beautiful views.
Jennifer
★★★★★
The best place we have ever stayed. Beautiful lake, perfect cabin, and incredible hospitality.
Jose
★★★★★
Relaxing stay with fishing, kayaking, and peaceful evenings by the water.
Michelle
★★★★★
Beautiful lake and perfect cabins. Close to town but feels like a private getaway.
Kara
★★★★★
Quiet and scenic retreat. We loved coffee on the porch and the lake views.

Sports. Events. Community.

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🏀 Basketball

Games & Practices

Youth games, pickup nights, team practices, and tournaments.

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🤝 Community

Gatherings & Meetings

Community meetings, graduations, receptions, and fundraisers.

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Sports. Events. Community.

Explore what SLAC supports today — and what we’re building next.

🏀 Basketball

Games & Practices

Youth games, pickup nights, team practices, and tournaments.

View basketball →
🤝 Community

Gatherings & Meetings

Community meetings, graduations, receptions, and fundraisers.

Explore community →
📅 Reserve

Reserve Dates

Tell us your event type and preferred dates — we’ll follow up fast.

Request dates →

 

 

🏀 Basketball

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Progress Notice: Bathrooms, dressing rooms, outdoor event spaces, and other amenities are currently being installed and may not yet be available. Some photos and layouts represent planned concepts as improvements continue. For the latest status and availability, visit /updates/.
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