Nature Preserves
Big Thicket National Preserve
Some 97,000 acres in twelve units comprise this preserve where the southwestern desert meets the eastern hardwood swamps and coastal prairies meet the northern piney woods. Includes extremely diverse plant communities in close proximity, orchids, cactus, cypress, and pine. Also home to many species of birds, insect-eating plants and wide variety of wildlife.
Plan Your Visit
Getting There & Details
- Address
- 6102 FM 420
- Phone
- 409/246-2337
- Website
- www.nps.gov/bith
- Map
- Get Directions →
While You're in Kountze
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