Explore the enchanting Texas Redbud (Cercis canadensis var. texensis) thriving in Sabine National Forest. As a deciduous small tree or multi-trunk shrub, it stands at 15-20 feet tall, adorned with glossy, rounder leaves that differ from its Eastern cousin. This drought and heat-tolerant variety captivates with its spring display of purple-red clusters of flowers on bare gray branches. Native to Central Texas, the Texas Redbud finds its place along limestone slopes and upland sites, boasting thick, leathery leaves and a distinctive bark that complements its natural beauty.

Trumpet Creeper, a vigorous and fast-growing vine, adorns the Southeast U.S. with its stunning red (or rare yellow) tubular flowers throughout the summer. Climbing quickly over structures and trees with aerial rootlets, it thrives in moist woods and forests, stretching from Texas to Central and South Texas. Attracting hummingbirds with its alluring blooms, this drought-tolerant creeper can become invasive in fertile soil with ample moisture, overpowering smaller plants through root sprouts or layering. Flourishing in full sun and regular moisture, pruning in early spring encourages bushier growth, while its resilience allows it to bounce back after severe winters.

Immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of the Eastern Redbud, also known as the Judas-Tree, gracing the idyllic landscapes of East Texas Piney Woods. Adorned with heart-shaped leaves and delightful pink to purplish flowers, this small to medium-sized tree enchants with its mesmerizing allure, announcing the arrival of spring. Amidst the woodlands, witness the enchanting bloom and the red fruits that follow, attracting a myriad of wildlife. While facing challenges in the wild, the Eastern Redbud's charm and significance as a native treasure continue to make it an enduring part of the Piney Woods' natural wonders.

The Ezekiel Cullen House, a distinguished property listed on the National Register of Historic Places, stands as a testament to Greek Revival architecture. Commissioned by Ezekiel Cullen and completed in 1839 by Augustus Phelps, this grand residence boasts a single-story central hall flanked by elegant rooms on each side. Thanks to the dedicated restoration efforts by Raiford Stripling and the generous donation by Hugh Roy Cullen, the house is now cherished by the Ezekiel Cullen Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas, preserving its rich history for future generations.

Script from the WBAP-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, relating a news story about a number of tornadoes which roamed around Texas during the night as a late winter storm pressed deeper into the state.

Script from the WBAP-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, relating a news story about a hearing which has been set for May 6th in Tyler on a one and a quarter million dollar lawsuit which was filed against eleven persons including the sheriff of San Augustine county.

Photograph of San Augustine County CH - San Augustine. A yellow and green lawn surrounds the courthouse along with a line of shrubs and a handful of trees, with a tall stone slab sitting on a base in the lawn. The stone has some readable text including "In memory of those who lost their lives", "Killed in action", and "Killed in service", likely indicating it's a memorial. A sidewalk cuts through the lawn from the left side of the photo and leads up to the front doors of the courthouse. The doors have dark glass as do the three columns of windows above them. The building is made of an off-white stone with black scuffs in various places, and has a roof covered in light-colored tiles that slope upwards slightly. Across the walls of the courthouse are three rows of windows, with the row of smaller windows placed just above the ground at the bottom of the building.

Text about San Augustine, Texas attractions that was published in the "When..." section of a June 1994 Texas Highways magazine article.

Text for an article about San Augustine, Texas that was published in the June 1994 issue of Texas Highways magazine.

Resource list for an article about San Augustine, Texas that was published in the June 1994 issue of Texas Highways magazine.

Text for an article about San Augustine, Texas that was published in the June 1994 issue of Texas Highways magazine.

Text for a sidebar about noteworthy places in the Piney Woods region of East Texas that was published in the September 2003 issue of Texas Highways magazine.

Research about towns in the Forest Trail region of Texas compiled for a Texas Highways article describing historic sites, museums, parks, and other attractions near each town.

Text about attractions in the Piney Woods region of Texas that was published in the "When..." section of a June 2003 Texas Highways magazine article.

Script from the WBAP-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, relating a news story. Texas law officers exhumed two corpses today near High Island, bringing to 23 and says that victims found as part of what authorities called a homosexual ring which may have killed 27 teenage youths. Henley was named in three counts of murder with bond of $1000,000 set on each complaint.

Script from the WBAP-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, relating a news story. Murder charges will be filed against Henley, Elmer Wayne and his 18-year-old companion after Henley showed them two more graves and officers now anticipate to find a total of 27 bodies.

Script from the WBAP-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, relating a news story of four more bodies which were recovered from their sand graves on the Texas Gulf Coast, bringing to 27 the number of dead in the Houston horror story.

Script from the WBAP-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, relating a news story of San Augustine County sheriff's deputies who have uncovered more evidence in the mass murder of Houston youths.

Script from the WBAP-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, relating a news story of Harris County grand jurors who are expected to get their first official look at the evidence of the worst recorded mass murder case in history of United States.

Script from the WBAP-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, relating a news story of additional murder charges which were filed against Elmer Henley and David Brooks in connection with the Houston mass murder case.

Script from the WBAP-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, relating a news story about St. Augustine county authorities who have issued a murder warrant for a 60 year old man.

Script from the WBAP-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, relating a news story about a former mental patient who is jailed in east Texas in connection with 2 hour shoot out at an isolated farm house near San Augustine which left 1 woman dead and 5 men wounded including 3 deputy sheriffs.

Script from the WBAP-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, relating a news story about a two hour gun battle at a remote farm house near San Augustine which has left one woman dead.

Script from the WBAP-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, relating a news story about one person who has been killed and five others who have been wounded in a two hour reign of terror during a shootout at a San Augustine residence in East Texas.