By
the mid-1930s, the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) was replanting
most of the area with pine trees. With the completion of the reforestation
plans, the CCC could turn its attention to other projects such as
recreation areas. Boykin Springs Recreation Area, with its large,
mature pines offering shade and respite from the heat, is one of those
areas constructed by the CCC in 1937. Although the Forest Service
has upgraded the area somewhat, Boykin Springs has lost none of its
rustic CCC charm and natural beauty. Robert Mohlenbrock states in
his article, "Boykin Springs Longleaf, Texas" (Natural History,
7/92), some 150 plant species can be found in these bogs, including
nearly two dozen rare and endangered species.
Hours:
Open year round
Contact:
Angelina National Forest 111 Walnut Ridge Rd. Zavalla,
TX 75980 or call 936-897-1068
By
the mid-1930s, the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) was replanting
most of the area with pine trees. With the completion of the reforestation
plans, the CCC could turn its attention to other projects such as
recreation areas. Boykin Springs Recreation Area, with its large,
mature pines offering shade and respite from the heat, is one of those
areas constructed by the CCC in 1937. Although the Forest Service
has upgraded the area somewhat, Boykin Springs has lost none of its
rustic CCC charm and natural beauty. Robert Mohlenbrock states in
his article, "Boykin Springs Longleaf, Texas" (Natural History,
7/92), some 150 plant species can be found in these bogs, including
nearly two dozen rare and endangered species.