In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, the National Forests and Grasslands in Texas is waiving day-use fees Jan. 16 at day-use areas in the Angelina, Sabine, Davy Crockett and Sam Houston National Forests, and the Caddo and Lyndon B. Johnson Grasslands.

 

“Martin Luther King, Jr. was a pivotal figure in the Civil Rights Movement and his charismatic leadership inspired men and women, young and old, in this nation and around the world,” said Eddie Taylor, Forest Supervisor for the National Forests and Grasslands in Texas.  “We hope you take this opportunity to visit the great outdoors to help make your Martin Luther King, Jr. Day more memorable.”

 

Camping fees remain in effect, but day-use fees will be waived on Monday, Jan. 16 at these recreation areas and trails:

 

Angelina National Forest – Caney Creek and Townsend.

Sabine National Forest – Haley’s Ferry, Ragtown, East Hamilton, Indian Mounds, Lakeview and Willow Oak.

Davy Crockett National Forest – Ratcliff Lake and Piney Creek Horse Trail.

Sam Houston National Forest – Stubblefield, Cagle Boat Ramp, Scotts Ridge boat ramp and the Multi-Use Trail.

Caddo and Lyndon B. Johnson National Grasslands – Coffee Mill Lake, Bois d’Arc Trail, West Lake Crockett, Black Creek Lake, Valley View and TADRA.

For more information, visit us on the web at www.fs.usda.gov/texas