Lake Mackenzie

Lake Mackenzie is operated by Mackenzie Municipal Water Authority (MMWA)

   THE BURN BAN HAS BEEN LIFTED AT THIS TIME, CAUTION IN THE USE OF FIRES IS STILL ADVISED.

Wildlife and nature are abundant at Lake Mackenzie.  In addition to the fish that can be found in the Lake, mule deer, bobcat, aoudad sheep, raccoon, possum, porcupine, wild turkeys, quail, pheasant, ducks, geese, bald eagles, and many other birds and mammals can be seen on lake property.  Nature trails are a favorite of many of the Lake Mackenzie visitors.

Rock enthusiasts can find many different formations and specimens to study and admire.

During 1997 Rick Day, an Andrews ISD teacher, discovered and unearthed a fossilized ancient crocodile like creature on Lake Mackenzie Property.  The fossil is believed to be that of a Phytosaur.  Click on the following link, the Sunday March 1, 1998 article in the Lubbock Avalanche Journal to read about the discovery and eventual unearthing.

      Tule Canyon             Rocks                       Mule Deer 1                Mule Deer 2        Turkey/Mule Deer             Sandy Beach

   Phytosaur Fossil*        Phytosaur Fossil*     Prehistoric Turtle Fossil*  Aetosaur Fossil & Rocks* Turkeys Sighted 4/8/05       Boating & Birds

                            * On Display at Mackenzie Bait & Tackle

Last modified:07/25/08