Renowned as the "biological crossroads of North America," the Big Thicket is a remarkable mix of southeastern swamps, eastern deciduous forest, central plains, pine savannas and dry sandhills. Support from the Land and Water Conservation Fund and a capstone grant from the Centex Land Legacy Fund enabled The Conservation Fund to acquire more than 4,400 acres of forestland for the Big Thicket National Preserve. The longleaf pine and bottomland hardwood forests join the preserve's Village Creek Corridor, Big Sandy Creek Corridor and Canyonlands units, home to the bald eagle, peregrine falcon, swallow-tailed kite and Louisiana pine snake.
Dubbed the "biological crossroads of North America," Big Thicket attracts hikers, campers and outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy its lush forests, cypress swamps, creeks and bayous. We now have the opportunity to protect the forests of Big Thicket and celebrate the cultural and historic treasures of the Texas Pineywoods region.
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