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Big Thicket: A Biological Crossroads

Strands of sun, soil, and air are woven into a beautifully connected patchwork of plants and animals. The last Ice Age pushed plants from other parts of the country into a close neighborhood. An amazing diversity of plants and animals from many parts of North America live in the Big Thicket region of southeastern Texas.


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Kayaking is a favorite pasttime on the waterways of Big Thicket.

Activities

Start your outdoor adventure at the Big Thicket Visitor Center. Hands-on activities, state-of-the-art exhibits, interactive discovery center and many fantastic displays guide you through the secrets hiding within the Big Thicket.

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Cypress knees at Turkey Creek Unit

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Learn more about the rich diversity of Big Thicket National Preserve.

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Beautiful Village Creek

Water Safety

Enjoy the water, but do it safely! Here are some tips ......

Water Safety Tips

 
 

Write to

6044 FM 420
Kountze, TX 77625

Phone

Visitor Center and Information
(409) 951-6700

Preserve Headquarters
(409) 951-6800

Fax

(409) 951-6718

Climate

Rain, heat, and humidity are typical. An average rainfall of 55 inches is well distributed throughout the year. Summers are hot and humid with daytime temperatures between 85 and 95 degrees Fahrenheit. Moderate temperatures in the mid-50s are normal for winter. Spring and fall are the most pleasant seasons for outdoor activity.
Communities Surrounding Big Thicket National Preserve
Note: The times listed below are approximate driving times to the park.
Village Mills, TX (9 min. )
Kountze, TX (14 min. ) Pop. 2,115
Warren, TX (19 min. ) Pop. 343
Hillister, TX (25 min. )
Silsbee, TX (28 min. ) Pop. 6,393
Lumberton, TX (31 min. ) Pop. 8,731
Woodville, TX (34 min. ) Pop. 2,415
Saratoga, TX (37 min. )
Evadale, TX (39 min. ) Pop. 1,430
Thicket, TX (40 min. )
 Fred, TX (43 min. ) Pop. 8,911
Votaw, TX (45 min. )
Spurger, TX (45 min. )
Batson, TX (46 min. )
Buna, TX (49 min. ) Pop. 2,269
Sour Lake, TX (54 min. ) Pop. 1,667
China, TX (59 min. ) Pop. 1,112
Hull, TX (59 min. )
Romayor, TX (1 hr.  1 min. )
Ace, TX (1 hr.  8 min. )