About
Length (round trip)14 mi
ShapeOut-and-Back
DifficultyStrenuous
Elevation gain183 ft up
Typical time7 hr
TrailheadTurkey Creek Trail: FM 1943
ParkingTurkey Creek Trail runs between FM 1943 in Warren and FM 420 (Kirby Nature Trail)in Kountze. Other trailheads are on County Road 4850 (for Pitcher Plant Trail), County Road 4825, and Gore Store Road.
DogsLeashed / limited stretches
AccessibilityTrail surfaces include hard packed soil and leaves and wooden boardwalks. The trail is generally flat with some minor ups and downs. Hazards include exposed tree roots and muddy sections if it has rained recently.
What you'll see 🌊 River or creek

The Turkey Creek Trail leads into the backcountry of the Turkey Creek Unit, connecting with several trails along the way. Distance: 14 miles one-way Type: Out-and-back Location: Turkey Creek Unit Trailhead: Several options- see below Overview You can begin the Turkey Creek Trail at several trailheads, listed here from north to south: Farm to Market Road1943 3 miles one-way between FM 1943 and Pitcher Plant Trail Trailhead: Parking loton FM 1943 Lat/Long: 30.613495, -94.344206 Farm to Market Road (FM) 1943 is the northern terminus of the Turkey Creek Trail. For a 7-mile roundtrip hike, begin here and hike 3 miles south to the Pitcher Plant Trail. Look for carnivorous pitcher plants in spring and summer on the 1-mile loop, then return to FM 1943. Pitcher Plant Trail 3.4 miles one-way between Pitcher Plant Trail and County Road 4825 Trailhead: Parking loton County Road 4850 Lat/Long: 30.582233, -94.336456 The Turkey Creek Trail runs concurrent with the Pitcher Plant Trail loop for a short distance. South of Pitcher Plant Trail, the Turkey Creek Trail closely follows Turkey Creek for 3.4 miles until meeting County Road 4825. Parts of this section may be flooded following heavy rains. County Road 4825 2.7 miles one-way between County Road 4825 and Gore Store Road Trailhead: Pullout along County Road 4825 Lat/Long: 30.551140, -94.332550 The Turkey Creek Trail crosses Turkey Creek at County Road (CR) 4825, then heads south along the west bank of the creek for 2.7 miles to Gore Store Road. The trail crossing at CR 4825 has no facilities and parking is limited. Gore Store Road 5.8miles one-way between Gore Store Road and FM 420 Trailhead: 2 parking lots on Gore Store Road Lat/Long: Northbound: 30.522098, -94.346870 Southbound: 30.520944, -94.343806 Gore Store Road has 2 trailheads; the northbound trailhead is on the west side of Turkey Creek while the southbound trailhead is on the east side. From here, hikers can head south for about 4 miles to reach the Sandhill Loop Trail, and eventually the Kirby Nature Trail at 5 miles. From Kirby, hike 0.8 mile to reach the trailhead on FM 420. Kirby Nature Trail Trailhead: Parking lot on FM 420 Lat/Long: 30.462122, -94.350825 The Kirby Nature Trail connects to the southern terminus of the Turkey Creek Trail at the Village Creek Bridge. The Kirby inner loop is the most direct route between the Turkey Creek Trail and the trailhead on FM 420. More Information Download a trail map Explore the Turkey Creek Unit

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

Turkey Creek Trail: FM 1943

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