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Big Thicket National PreserveA meadow surrounded by tall trees
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Big Thicket National Preserve
News Releases

June 23, 2008
2008-09 Hunting Permits
Big Thicket National Preserve will issue hunting permits from 9:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. at the Visitor Center from July 1, 2008 until February 28, 2009.

May 09, 2008
Big Thicket National Preserve Receives $150,000 Grant for Scientific Study
Centennial Project for 2008

Sour Lake Baths  

Did You Know?
Tourism in the Big Thicket area dates back to 1845. A spa located in Sour Lake, catered to the likes of Sam Houston and sold the "sour" water to tourists

Last Updated: May 10, 2007 at 16:14 EST