Guides/outfitters offer canoe trips, tour boat rides, hikes, van tours, and country cottage in Bit Thicket biosphere. Tours introduce guests to the forests, waterways, flowers, mammals, reptiles, and birds in the lush Big Thicket Preserve. Tours depart from Village Creek State Park and the Kountze office. Office is on U.S. 69.
Built in 1902 by timber tycoon John Henry Kirby for his brother James. The house was occupied by his family for 85 years. The mansion is now owned by the Hardin County Arts and Educational Foundation and features furnishings, photos, papers, and artifacts dating back to 1832
Kountze, TX MuseumsDetails about the Big Thicket National Preserve, interpretive panels, information on trails and boating. Hiking trails of various lengths have interpretive panels at several locations. 7 mi. north of Kountze on F.M. 420
Kountze, TX Information CentersFeatures folk art, artifacts, and other media to preserve the pioneer spirit of rural East Texas. In scenic Big Thicket area, exhibits also include farm animals. From Kountze, Texas 326 south 13 mi.; F.M. 421 east 1.2
Kountze, TX MuseumsBuilt 1845, modified Grecian structure was first nonsectarian university established during Republic of Texas. On Washington ...
City is near eastern edge of forest. Double Lake Recreation Area offers camping facilities on small lake (not found on most m...
Course Access: ResortHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days...
Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...
Legend says James Draughon won a huge pot in poker game by playing the ace of clubs. House's floor plan is based on the club ...