The Top 20 Attractions in National Forests In Texas
There are plenty of places to see and visit in National Forests In Texas. Whether you love hiking or cycling, National Forests In Texas is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 17, 2025
Lone Star Hiking Trail (LSHT) Trailhead #1
Highlight • Trail
This trailhead, also known as Richards Trailhead Parking Lot #1, is the official access point for the Wilderness Section—the first of 11 segments of the 96-mile Lone Star Hiking Trail …
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Nature Center
Highlight • Rest Area
The Nature Center is located at a great access point to the several trails that explore Huntsville State Park. Here you will also find ammenities such as toilet facilities and parking, as well as the park's headquarters to the northeast.
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Prairie Branch lakeside trail
Highlight • Trail
This trail, part of the Prairie Branch Loop, is for hikers only. This is because it is highly erosive. The other half of the Prairie Branch Loop takes you inland through the park's mixed pine and hardwood forest.
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Chinquapin Trail
Highlight • Trail
The Chinquapin Trail is a real treat on any visit to the Huntsville State Park. It takes you all around Lake Raven during its almost 7-mile (11 km) course, which …
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Big Creek Scenic Area
Highlight • Forest
The Big Creek Scenic Area spans 1,460 acres and is a designated special area within the Sam Houston National Forest. With its meandering creeks, diverse flora and fauna, and lush …
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