About
Length (round trip)1 mi
ShapeOut-and-Back
DifficultyEasy
Elevation gainFlat
Typical time15 min
TrailheadLongleaf Pine Trail
Parking6102 FM 420 Kountze, TX 77625 Trail begins on the east side of the visitor center parking lot. Look for a wooden boardwalk that leads to park headquarters and follow the trail signs.
SurfaceBoardwalk
DogsLeashed / limited stretches
AccessibilityThe trail is generally flat, with a few minor ups and downs. Trail surfaces include gravel road, hard-packed soil covered in leaves, and wood boardwalks. The old road section of the trail may be muddy if it has rained recently.
What you'll see 🌄 Big views🌊 River or creek🚲 Bikes

Opened in 2024, the Longleaf Pine Trail begins at the visitor center and leads to a viewing platform in a young longleaf pine forest. Distance: 1 mile roundtrip Type: Out-and-back Location: Turkey Creek Unit Trailhead: Visitor center parking lot on FM 420 Lat/Long: 30.458335, -94.387404 Overview To begin, followthe boardwalk from the visitor center parking lot toward park headquarters. Trail signs point the way; head to the right along the service road, go past the maintenance yard, then go left to where the trail begins at the edge of the woods. From here, follow the winding path through shady forest, over small bridges, and eventually to a sunny, openlongleaf pine forest. Eventually the trail meets an old road; turnright (south) along the road until you reach the newly-constructed observation platform. A little further past the platform, a 3-sided displayprovides information about the preserve's ongoing longleaf pine restoration project. Many of the young longleaf pines in this area were planted by volunteers. To return to the visitor center, retrace your steps. More Information Download a trail map The visitor center parking lot is open9:00 am-5:00 pm daily. After hours, park along FM 420 (do not block gates). Explore the Turkey Creek Unit

Tips
Visitor center parking lotopen 9:00 am-5:00 pm daily Pets must be on a 6-foot leash at all times. Please pick up your pet's poop!
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Longleaf Pine Trail

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