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Big Thicket National Preserve Hunting Permit Registration Opens September 1, 2026
August 17, 2026 · Source: National Park Service
Hunters can get a free hunting permit at the visitor center beginning September 1, 2026. Permits will be available first-come, first-served throughout the hunting season.
Read the official NPS sourceWhat Travelers Need to Know
Confirm whether your planned visit requires a reservation, ticket or permit, and check the official availability and fees before booking.
Dates and operating conditions can change after publication. Check the park’s official visitor information for your travel date.
Traveler guidance by State & Nation Staff Writer.