Directions: Go 4.4 mi. north of Newton on Texas Hwy. 87, then 6.7 miles
east on FM 1414. Turn on unpaved road at Wild Azalea Canyon Trail sign and follow signage
1.8 miles to trail entrance. (Newton is located in southeast Texas at the intersection of
Highways 190 and 87.)
Trail Information: Wild Azalea Canyon Trail is open year-round. It is
advisable to bring along good walking shoes, a walking stick and plenty of time! The
canyon paths can be steep and slippery due to pine needles. There are no water stops or
restroom facilities except during blooming season.
Miscellaneous Information: Visitors have been enjoying the beauty of the
Wild Azalea Canyons area since the 1800's. This is the largest concentration of wild
azaleas in Texas and third largest in the nation. It is maintained by Temple-Inland Forest
Products and the Newton County Chamber of Commerce. For more details and accomodation
information call 409-379-5527 or www.Newton-Texas.com/tourism/azalea.asp. Just a short drive from Wild
Azalea Canyon Trail is the Canyon Rim Trail(located on Hwy. 87 north of Burkeville).
Newton County Chamber of Commerce