Area Information

Big Thicket Visitors Center EntranceWhen planning your trip to Ethridge Farm Log Cabin Bed & Breakfast, you'll want to schedule time to visit some of the great attractions found in the Big Thicket area. You'll find everything from historical and natural sites to art, shopping, dining and even an Indian Reservation.

The Big Thicket National Preserve is one of the most popular attractions in the area and is located just down the road from the Farm. The Preserve is home to hundreds of unique species of wildlife and natural wetlands. You can hike, bike, and enjoy other fun and educational activities with the new visitor center.

Canoeing along Village Creek, the Neches River, or through the Big Thicket is one of the most popular activities for visitors. Several area canoe outfitters offer the options of renting you own canoes for the day or signing up for one of their guided tours.

Ethridge Farm is only a short distance from the towns of Kountze, Lumberton, Beaumont, and Silsbee, Texas, which offer shopping, dining and other activities. Silsbee has a great water park for the kids.

Several festivals and events are held throughout the year such as the antique car show, the 4-wheeler Mud Fest, old fashioned Cane Syrup Making, monthly Trade Days and more.

Beautiful golf courses, gorgeous bicycle trails, horseback riding, bird watching, canoeing, fishing, hunting and hiking are a few of the activities available for the outdoor enthusiast.

To find out more, you can visit the Big Thicket Directory website.

Big Thicket Photo Gallery
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Kountze Upcoming Events:
- Village Creek Paddling Trails - year round
- Kirby-Hill House Murder Mystery Dinner Theater
  produced in September, October, March, and April
- Kountze Trade Days - 4th weekend of each month
- Hardin County Music and Muddin Festival
  1st weekend in May each year