Jefferson County

Marine Weather Statement issued October 30 at 12:24PM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston TX

A system will bring periods of gusty winds along with a good chance of showers and a few thunderstorms over the Upper Texas Coastal waters between Matagorda Bay and Galveston this afternoon. Winds of 15-20 knots, with gusts up to 25 knots are expected. Near or within any heavy shower or thunderstorm, winds could gust over 30 knots. A waterspout cannot be ruled out over the Gulf. For the Gulf waters near Galveston, the bulk of the showers and isolated thunderstorms may not arrive until this evening.

Big Thicket National Preserve

Bridge Closure on Sunflower Road

Sunflower Road is closed at Big Sandy Creek for bridge replacement. Big Sandy Trail is open and accessible via Sunflower Road from Dallardsville.

Big Thicket National Preserve

Park Store is Cashless

The Western National Parks store accepts credit/debit cards and contactless/mobile payments only.

Big Thicket National Preserve

Park Store Closed for Inventory Tue 9/16

The Western National Parks store inside the visitor center will be closed for inventory on Tuesday, September 16. The visitor center and restrooms will remain open.