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Big Thicket National Preserve
For Teachers
School children enjoying a walk with a ranger
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A favorite learning place for school children at Big Thicket.

The Preserve offers a wide range of curriculum based programs for school age children pre-K through 12th grade. These programs are offered at no charge and only by reservation to our regional schools.

Contact the park for reservation at 409-951-6725.

For more information on curriculum-based programs

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: September 19, 2006 at 13:16 EST