The Sandhill Loop is a one-mile (1.6 km) loop off the main Turkey Creek Trail. It takes you through an intriguing ecosystem, with desert plants like prickly pear cactus. The reason these kinds of plants thrive here is the sandy soil in this region of the woods.

(At the time of writing – September 2022 – the bridge across Village Creek is closed due to flood damage. This means the Sandhill Loop can only be accessed from the trailhead to the north on Gore Store Road.)

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1. Turkey Creek and Sandhill Loop Trail

14.3km

03:36

20m

Hike the moderate 8.9-mile Turkey Creek and Sandhill Loop Trail in Big Thicket National Preserve, exploring diverse ecosystems.

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2. Turkey Creek Trail to Sandhill Loop

7.73km

01:57

10m

Hike the easy 4.8-mile Turkey Creek Trail to Sandhill Loop in Big Thicket National Preserve, gaining 37 feet over varied landscapes.

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3. Village Creek – Kirby Nature Trail loop from Big Thicket Trailhead Parking

8.29km

02:07

20m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 20 m

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Max wind speed: 30.0 km/h

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Location: Hardin County, Texas, United States

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Big Creek Trail

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Pedigo Hill

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Bald Hill

Sandhill Loop

1. Turkey Creek and Sandhill Loop Trail

2. Turkey Creek Trail to Sandhill Loop

3. Village Creek – Kirby Nature Trail loop from Big Thicket Trailhead Parking

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