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Life of all types abounds in the Big Thicket. This national preserve protects the incredible diversity of life found where multiple habitats meet in southeast Texas. Hiking trails and waterways meander through nine different ecosystems, from longleaf pine forests to cypress-lined bayous. It is a place of discovery, a place to wander and explore, a place to marvel at the richness of nature. Read More
Take a walk in the woods! Big Thicket offers over 30 miles of hiking trails.
Big Thicket's waterways offer many miles of scenic paddling routes for kayaks and canoes.
Learn about the units of Big Thicket National Preserve and the things to do in each.
Join rangers for free programs and special events, including night hikes, nature walks, canoe trips, and much more!
Find out how to get a free hunting permit for Big Thicket National Preserve.
Big Thicket offers many curriculum-based field trips and virtual visits. Reserve a free, ranger-led program today!
Go backpacking and set up camp in the woods or along a riverside sandbar.
Learn about the Big Thicket's industrious past and how the preserve was established.
