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National Parks
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Big Thicket National Preserve - Explore this undiscovered center of biodiversity.

Four C National Recreation Trail - Hike this 20-mile trail in the Davy Crockett National Forest.

Texas National Forests - Explore the state's national forests, all in this area.

Chained Lightning - They lie in wait for their prey, eat most anything they can sink their teeth into and put up a ferocious fight when hooked. Meet one ornery Texan—the chain pickerel.

Big Slough Wilderness - North of Houston in Davy Crockett National Forest, the Big Slough has big trees, great canoeing and hiking, and spectacular birding.

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