Big Thicket National Preserve
Kountze, TX
A patchwork of pine forest, cypress slough and bog where eastern woods meet southern swamp. Start at the visitor center north of Kountze for trail maps; the short Kirby Nature Trail is close by.
- Nearest town
- Kountze, TX
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 30.4590, -94.3870
- Editor's pick
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May, September and December–February. Hot in June–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Nearby
Campsites nearby
- Motorhome stopover · KountzeMotorhome stopover4 mi from Big Thicket National PreserveMotorhomes
- Motorhome stopover · KountzeMotorhome stopover16 mi from Big Thicket National PreserveMotorhomes
- Red Cloud RV ParkMotorhome stopover16 mi from Big Thicket National PreserveMotorhomes
- Motorhome stopover · KountzeMotorhome stopover21 mi from Big Thicket National PreserveMotorhomes
- Motorhome stopover · KountzeMotorhome stopover23 mi from Big Thicket National PreserveMotorhomes
- Motorhome stopover · WoodvilleMotorhome stopover25 mi from Big Thicket National PreserveMotorhomes
All campsites in Texas · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Big Thicket National Preserve?
Big Thicket National Preserve is in Kountze, TX, at GPS 30.4590, -94.3870. It is about 22 mi from Woodville.
Can you camp near Big Thicket National Preserve?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Red Cloud RV Park, about 16 mi away; within 25 mi there are 6 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Big Thicket National Preserve?
Big Thicket National Preserve is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Big Thicket: East Texas pines and bayous.
What is there to see near Big Thicket National Preserve?
Places worth a stop nearby: Village Creek State Park (19 mi), Lake Livingston State Park (39 mi), Sabine NWR Wetland Walkway (72 mi) and Holly Beach (73 mi).
When is the best time to visit Big Thicket National Preserve?
The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May, September and December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)