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Junior Ranger Program

An easy and exciting way for our young visitors to learn the many unique wonders of Big Thicket National Preserve. Just ask the ranger at the Visitor Center for your Junior Ranger Guidebook.

Sour Lake Baths  

Did You Know?
Tourism in the Big Thicket area dates back to 1845. A spa located in Sour Lake, catered to the likes of Sam Houston and sold the "sour" water to tourists

Last Updated: August 08, 2006 at 13:01 EST