Big Creek Scenic Area Trailhead: Sam Houston National Forest
The 1,420-acre Big Creek Scenic Area is noted for its vegetative diversity and scenic qualities. No camping is allowed in Big Creek Scenic Area. The Lone Star Hiking Trail goes through the scenic area offering four trail loops of various lengths for hikers to enjoy.
General Information
Big Creek Scenic Area is approximately six miles west of Shepherd, and a parking lot is conveniently located off FS 217.
No fees are required for this site
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Address: 394 FM 1375 West Texas New Waverly, TX 77358
Phone: (936) 344-6205
Hours: This office is temporarily unable to offer the sale of passes or maps. (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 30.5027
Longitude: -95.0833
Directions
From New Waverly follow Hwy 150 East for approximately 22 miles; turn right onto FM 2025 and travel about 5.5 miles; turn left onto FM 2666 and go approximately 2.5 miles; turn left onto FS Road 221 (Big Creek Scenic Road) and travel about .5 mile; turn right onto FSR 217 and follow to trailhead.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
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Potable water is not available at this site.
