Bass Pro Shops plans to open a new Outpost in Abilene, TX, joining the recent opening of Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World in Odessa, TX. The company has set an opening for early 2027. This will be the 18th Outpost in the state, and the fourth to open in the last two years.
“We have a great deal of passion for the great state of Texas, and we’re honored to be able to continue to serve sportsmen and women of West Texas with another convenient location,” said Founder Johnny Morris, “It’s so inspiring to know that we’ll be outfitting families throughout the region with everything they need to go fishing or camping at Abilene State Park, kayaking on Lake Fort Phantom or just enjoying the outdoors and making memories together in nature.”
The Abilene store’s footprint will be roughly 72,000 square feet, and a major anchor within Rainy Creek, a 35-acre mixed-use development on the northeast side of Abilene, adjacent to Abilene Christian University.
“I am thrilled we get to share the news of this exciting addition to Abilene,” Mayor Weldon Hurt said. “Bass Pro Shops will not only provide services and products that are in high demand for our area, but also a unique shopping experience. I have no doubt our community and surrounding neighbors will be very excited to support Bass Pro Shops in the Big Country.”
Rainy Creek expects to provide a “modern, high-quality commercial environment that supports both community needs and regional attractions, with an expected one million visitors per year.”
“Bringing Bass Pro Shops to Rainy Creek is a major milestone for the development and a strong signal of Abilene’s momentum,” said Jordan Wallace, founder and CEO of Wallace Ventures and partner Danny Jester. “We’re excited to deliver a fresh, modern retail and entertainment mix that complements the community and supports long-term regional growth.”
Bass Pro Shops has seen steady growth and expansion into new markets in recent years. Since 2024, new stores have opened in West Chester, OH; Irvine, CA; Grand Prairie, TX; Spring, TX; St. Augustine, FL; Tyler, TX; Duluth, MN; Clifton Park, NY; and Odessa, TX.
Currently, there are 180 Bass Pro Shop retail stores nationwide and in Canada.
In addition to Abilene, other locations already announced and coming soon will serve Loveland, CO, Fort Smith, AK; Lansing, MI; Pittsburgh, PA; Tucson, AZ; Victor, NY; Osage Beach, MO; Muncy, PA; and Gulfport-Biloxi, MS.
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