How Do You Go Camping At The Big Thicket National Preserve?
Big Thicket National Preserve in southeastern Texas is known for its rich diversity of plants and animals. Read on for more information on camping in this natural wonder, sometimes called the “American arc.” If you’re interested in plants, you can try to find some of its 85 tree species, more than 60 shrubs, nearly 1,000 other flowering plants (including 20 orchids) and four of North America’s five types of insect-eating plants. Nearly 186 kinds of birds are found here, as well as 50 reptile species and an abundance of frogs and toads. Big Thicket itself only offers backcountry camping (no fee), but there are many campgrounds to choose from in the vicinity. Indian Springs Camp & RV Park in Kountze, Texas, offers tent camping, cabins and hook-up sites for RV’s. Call (409) 246-2508 for information. Mill Creek RV Park in Silsbee, Texas, has laundry facilities and full hook-ups. Call (409) 385-3053 for information. Red Cloud RV Park, also in Silsbee, offers rental cabins and secluded RV si
