KOUNTZE, Texas– The staff of Big Thicket National Preserve invites you to explore the thicket by taking advantage the many ranger-led programs being offered in the months of May, June, July and August. From canoe trips on Village Creek to frog hikes, a presentation on the area’s history and night hikes through the thicket, park […]
Category: paddling trails
Bevilport Paddling Trail
Bevilport Paddling Trail If you are looking for a paddling trail in the Pineywoods that can take you back in time, take the Bevilport Paddling Trail. The trail begins at Bevilport Ramp, a historic riverboat landing site and the location of the first cattle drives in Texas, all within the Martin Dies, Jr. State Park. The Bevilport Paddling […]
Davy Crockett Paddling Trail
Davy Crockett Paddling Trail Get up close and personal with the Neches River; the last wild river in Texas. Paddle down the Neches, through the Davy Crockett Forest along the paddling trail named after the great pioneer, Davy Crockett. The Neches River is one of Texas’ wildest and least-discovered natural assets. Pine trees, dogwoods, and blackgum trees jut […]
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park Paddling Trails
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park Paddling Trails Three paddling trails run through and around Martin Dies, Jr. State Park; The Neches Paddling Trail, Walnut Slough Paddling Trail, and Sandy Creek Paddling Trail. The three trails are guaranteed to suit anyone as they offer 3 to 16 miles of scenic beauty on the park’s backwater sloughs […]