Big Thicket National Preserve
Big Thicket National Preserve
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In Detail
At A Glance Contact Us By Mail Headquarters 6044 FM420 Kountze, TX 77625 - or - Visitor Center 6102 FM 420 Kountze, TX 77625-7842 By Phone Visitor Information 409-951-6725 Headquarters 409-951-6700 By Fax 409-95 ... read more.
Camping Campgrounds Backcountry Camping Only Open Open All Year Phone 409-951- 6725 Fees: Free Details Backcountry camping is available. Campers must have a valid Preserve issued Backcountry Use Permit to ca ... read more.
History Plan Your Visit The Preserve consists of nine land units and six water corridors encompassing more than 97,000 acres. Big Thicket was the first Preserve in the National Park System established Octobe ... read more.
In A Nutshell Getting Around Because the Preserve is composed of several units (land and water), one has to drive to each unit they wish to visit. The Official Map and Guide will assist greatly.Visitor Centers You ... read more.
Just For Kids Be A Junior Ranger unior Ranger Program An easy and exciting way for our young visitors to learn the many unique wonders of Big Thicket National Preserve. Just ask the ranger at the Visitor Center f ... read more.
Lodging & Dining Lodging Lodging is only available in nearby communities. Details The communities of Woodville, Kountze, Silsbee and Beaumont, Texas, all offer lodging. ... read more.
Park Regulations & Safety Accessibility The Preserve Visitor Center, the Sundew, Pitcher Plant, and Kirby Nature Trails are accessible. All picinic tables and rest rooms are wheelchair accessible.Hunting Registration A ... read more.
Preservation History & Culture The Big Thicket In 1936 the regional study, "Biological Survey of the East Texas Big Thicket Area," was completed by H.B. Parks and V.L. Cory. This report played a significant role ... read more.
Things To Do Things To Do Activities include: Auto Touring, Backpacking, Biking, Bird Watching, Boating, Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Hunting, Interpretive Programs, Kayaking, Nature Walks, Stargaz ... read more.
Who's Who at the Park Our Staff & Offices The Preserve is located in Southeast Texas north of the City of Beaumont. The Preserve staff manages public land in seven of the nine counties of this region of the State. There a ... read more.
Big Thicket In Depth
News from the Parks
Frommer's Top 5 Parks for Cozy Camping
November 21, 2008 - 10:01am
I always look forward to getting my Frommer's newsletter every week. Not only are they budget travel saavy, they inspire me to get out there no matter the weather! Here are their top five picks for cozy camping.
November 21, 2008 - 10:01am
I always look forward to getting my Frommer's newsletter every week. Not only are they budget travel saavy, they inspire me to get out there no matter the weather! Here are their top five picks for cozy camping.
Park to Reopen Today after Crews Repair Road, Channel Kautz Creek
November 21, 2008 - 9:56am
The Nisqually Road in Mount Rainier National Park will reopen today, a day earlier than expected. The road, and the park, have been closed since Nov. 12 when Kautz Creek jumped its banks and flooded the main road into the park.
November 21, 2008 - 9:56am
The Nisqually Road in Mount Rainier National Park will reopen today, a day earlier than expected. The road, and the park, have been closed since Nov. 12 when Kautz Creek jumped its banks and flooded the main road into the park.
Jenna Otter Returns to Scene of Grizzly Bear Attack
November 21, 2008 - 9:55am
Reporting from Glacier National Park -- No one knew what to expect on the trail to Grinnell Glacier one late summer morning, but a second bull moose less than an hour out was hardly a good sign. During September and October -- mating season -- it's always best to give the spindly-legged animals plenty of room.
November 21, 2008 - 9:55am
Reporting from Glacier National Park -- No one knew what to expect on the trail to Grinnell Glacier one late summer morning, but a second bull moose less than an hour out was hardly a good sign. During September and October -- mating season -- it's always best to give the spindly-legged animals plenty of room.
Expected Rule Change Would Benefit Bicycling in National Parks
November 21, 2008 - 9:07am
An upcoming National Park Service (NPS) rule change could greatly benefit mountain bicycling by improving the administrative process for opening trails to bicycles. IMBA has been asking the agency to revise its policies since 1992, because the current "special regulations" process is needlessly cumbersome and treats bicycles like motorized vehicles.
November 21, 2008 - 9:07am
An upcoming National Park Service (NPS) rule change could greatly benefit mountain bicycling by improving the administrative process for opening trails to bicycles. IMBA has been asking the agency to revise its policies since 1992, because the current "special regulations" process is needlessly cumbersome and treats bicycles like motorized vehicles.
Things Slow At Hawaii's National Parks
November 21, 2008 - 8:55am
On our recent trip to Hawaii we had a feeling that things were less busy than usual. Now there are some numbers to back up our hunch: The national parks in the state saw a drop in attendance of more than 50,000 visitors during the month of October.
November 21, 2008 - 8:55am
On our recent trip to Hawaii we had a feeling that things were less busy than usual. Now there are some numbers to back up our hunch: The national parks in the state saw a drop in attendance of more than 50,000 visitors during the month of October.
