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Big Thicket National Preserve |
The Preserve is located in Southeast Texas north of the City of Beaumont |
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| Big Thicket National Preserve was one of the first preserves added to the National Park System. The rich diversity of resources found in the Preserve allows for plenty of family vacation ideas as you’ll find excellent bird watching, wildflowers, swimming, horseback riding, camping, canoeing, fishing, hiking, backpacking, biking, and just plain old outdoor adventures to explore! Check out below for excellent Big Thicket National Preserve information.
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Uniqueness - Big Thicket offers lands richly diverse in biological resources with some of the richest diversity in North America. Natural processes have influenced the region over the millennium. The last Ice Age ... (click here for more)
Park and Visitor Center Hours - Big Thicket Visitor Center is open year round 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. It is closed Christmas and New Years Day. The facility is located seven miles north of Kountze, Texas, in Hardin County on U.S. Highwa... (click here for more)
History & Statistics - 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 in the future protection of the Big T... (click here for more)
Natural Features - Big Thicket offers lands richly diverse in biological resources with some of the richest diversity in North America. Natural processes have influenced the region over the millennium. The last Ice Age ... (click here for more)
Flora - The Big Thicket area of east Texas, often referred to as a “biological crossroads,” is a transition zone where southeastern swamps, eastern deciduous forest, central plains, pine savannas, and dry san... (click here for more)
Activities in the Park - Spring, fall, and many winter days are near perfect for outdoor activities in the Big Thicket, Hiking, wildlife observing, nature study, canoeing, and picnicking all add to your enjoyment of the Big T... (click here for more)
Environmental Impact - Fire is an important natural process in Big Thicket and is used by park rangers to maintain the health of the ecosystem.... (click here for more)
Weather - An average rainfall of 55 inches is well distributed throughout the year. Summers are warm and humid with daytime temperatures between 85 and 95 degrees Fahrenheit with peaks to 100 or more. Moderate ... (click here for more)
Rules, Regulations and Safety - Pets are allowed in Big Thicket National Preserve provided that visitors abide by the following regulations or restrictions: 1. Pets must be restrained on leashes no longer than six ( 6 ) feet in leng... (click here for more)
Wildlife - Dense tree canopies make birding for migratory song birds challenging though very doable in much of the Preserve. One of the best locations in the region for viewing migrants is at High Island, 45 mi... (click here for more)
Wildlife Warnings - Please respect the wildlife. Do not feed or harass the animals. Remember some of these are endangered species. Cold blooded reptiles often warm themselves in the sun. Stay on the trail so that you wi... (click here for more)
Fees - There are no fees for preserve use.... (click here for more)
Camping - Backcountry camping only is allowed with a free Backcountry Use Permit obtained prior to camping. You must use the Leave-No-Trace principles. This is your only opportunity for a camping experience as ... (click here for more)
Nearby Attractions - Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve is 265 miles away. Padre Island National Seashore is 315 miles away. San Antonio Missions National Historical Park is 282 miles away. Village Creek S... (click here for more)
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