72 Vernal Pools, Wild Rice Wonders on Gosling Bend Loop

Tranquil vernal pool in East Texas with wild rice and marsh grasses, two ducks on calm water, soft golden sunlight, and distant tree line in the background

Explore a flat 1.3-mile loop just five minutes from Lagoon Ranch RV Resort where 72 vernal pools, wild rice stands, and heron-filled reflections transform a quick stroll into an unforgettable East Texas nature micro-adventure.