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Big Thicket National Preserve.
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Big Thicket National Preserve

The preserve consists of 105,000 acres in 15 units spread across seven counties. Several major biological zones combine, including southeastern swamps, eastern forests, central plains, coastal prairies and southwestern deserts, creating unusual combinations of ecosystems and incredible biodiversity. Some of the rare and unusual plant life includes many species of orchids and four species of insect-eating plants. Open 9 a.m.–5 p.m. every day, except Thanksgiving, Dec. 25 and Jan. 1. Visitor center is at 6102 F.M. 420, about seven miles north of Kountze. 409/951-6700.

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Whether you like quaint cabins, five-star hotels or even rustic dude-ranch digs, there’s always a place to sleep in style.

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Attractions

Adventure sports, cultural exploration, live music... the list goes on and on. Here, there’s always an attraction to fit your vacation style.

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6102 FM 420 Road
Kountze, Texas
77625
Phone: 409/951-6700

Hours

Open 9 a.m.–5 p.m. every day, except Thanksgiving, Dec. 25 and Jan. 1.

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