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Big Thicket National Preserve
Fees & Reservations

There are no fees for:

Park Entrance, Activities, Education Programs, or Hunting Permits.

Naturalist Activities and Resource Education Programs are available with reservations, or on selected weekends. Please call 409-951-6725 for information or to make reservations.

Camping

Back Country Camping Only

Fees Free!

Backcountry camping is available. Campers must have a valid Preserve issued Backcountry Use Permit to camp in designated areas. Permits can be obtained at the Visitor Center or Headquarters offices.
Hunting with Dogs  

Did You Know?
Big Thicket's Kirby Nature Trail was named after the famous timber tycoon, John Henry Kirby, who had set aside this area for employee hunting and recreation almost 100 years ago.

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Last Updated: August 08, 2006 at 13:47 EST