Hike Martin Dies Jr. State Park Loop

Park in the circle in the Boykin Springs Recreation Area (see map) to access the trail. This is a dog-friendly trail that doesn't get crowded.

Lanana Creek Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wild flowers located near Nacogdoches, TX. The trail is in town and easy to access and has the added bonus of running next to the creek for peaceful sounds along the trail.  Don't let the length detour you. As an out-and-back hike, you can choose to turn back earlier if you're feeling fatigued. With the minimal elevation g...

At 8 acres, Ruby M. Mize is the largest azalea garden in Texas. This garden is located within a 50-year old Loblolly Pine forest and is home to 6,500 azaleas, 200 camellias and 180 varieties of Japanese Maple. The garden is in full bloom the end of March - beginning of April.  Address:  2107 University Dr, Nacogdoches, TX 75962

This campground has 17 walk-in sites and 1 drive in site, all come with tent pads, fire pits with a bbq rack, lantern posts, and trash receptacles. Restrooms are available, but there is no running water.  There are numerous trails throughout the Forest that are marked as multi-use trails. Distances vary from 1/2 mile to nearly 30 miles. Visitors to the Kisatchie Hills Wilderness Area can find 8...

The Four Notch Loop is a relaxing ~10 mile hike just north of Houston. The southern half of the loop follows on a 4 mile stretch of the 140 mile Lone Star Hiking Trail while the north part circles back to complete the loop.  From the large dirt and leaf covered Four Notch and Hunter Camp TH hike .3 miles until you reach the loop junction. From here you can choose to travel left to hike the Four...

This hike is enjoyable for anyone. The trails are open for use year round and are shared by hikers, mountain bikers, and trail runners. Parking is available off of Nature Center Rd. Avoid after heavy rains as trails may be damaged due to flooding.