Pond reflecting the bright green trees growing from within and along its banks.
30-60 MinutesFee applies

Hike the Beaver Slide Trail

Big Thicket National Preserve

1 mile roundtrip | The Beaver Slide Trail is a hidden gem. This short hike leads hikers past several scenic ponds and sloughs. Keep an eye out for beaver dams along the way!

The Beaver Slide Trail is a hidden gem! See quiet ponds, sloughs, and Big Sandy Creek on this short hike. Distance: 1 mile roundtrip Type: Out-and-back and loop combination Location: Big Sandy Creek Unit Trailhead: Pullout on FM 943 Lat/Long: 30.573174, -94.642417 Overview Begin the hike at the pullout along Farm to Market Road (FM) 943. From there, the trail descends into the woods, going over a few short wooden bridges to a scenic pond lined with bald cypress trees. Shortly after going over some large, exposed tree roots, you reach the beginning of the loop section. Take a glance around to familiarize yourself with this intersection—it can be easily missed when returning to the trailhead. Go left or right to begin the loop, then pass several more scenic sloughs and eventually reach a bend in Big Sandy Creek. When you reach the loop intersection again, return to the trailhead. More Information Download a trail map No Signage: The Beaver Slide Trail currently does not have signage along the road or on trail. Explore the Big Sandy Creek Unit

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HikingForests and WoodlandsRiver and RiparianThickets and ShrublandsWetlandsbig thicketbig thicket national preservehikingtrailbig sandy creek unit

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Duration

30-60 Minutes

Fees

Free admission to Big Thicket National Preserve

Fees Apply

No

Seasons

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Time of Day

Day

Accessibility

The trail surface is composed of hard-packed soil, leaf litter, and wooden bridges. Hazards include large, exposed tree roots, as well as mud and puddles if it has rained recently. There is a downward grade at the beginning of the trail.

Pets

Yes — Pets must be on a 6-foot leash at all times. Please pick up your pet's poop!

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No

Location

Big Sandy Creek Unit | Segno, TX

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