Hunting
Big Thicket National Preserve Opens Free Hunting Permit Registration on Sep 1 2026
Free permits are available first-come, first-served at the visitor center starting Sep 1.
Source: National Park Service · 2026-09-18
Source: National Park Service
The National Park Service announced that free hunting permits for Big Thicket National Preserve will be issued at the visitor center beginning September 1, 2026. Hunters can obtain a permit on a first-come, first-served basis throughout the hunting season.
Permits are limited, so arriving early is recommended to secure a spot for the upcoming season.
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