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Federal Public Land

The LBJ National Grasslands Offer Trails, Camping, and Hunting Near Decatur

The Lyndon B. Johnson National Grasslands in Wise and Montague counties provide free public access for hiking, horseback riding, camping, and hunting.

Wise County The Great Outdoors

The LBJ National Grasslands are managed by the U.S. Forest Service and sit in Wise and Montague counties north of Decatur. The grasslands have nearly 75 miles of multipurpose trails for hikers, mountain bikers, and horseback riders. Several campgrounds are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Hunting is allowed on the grasslands. Deer, dove, turkey, and small game seasons follow standard Texas regulations, but antlerless deer on USFS land in the area may only be taken during archery, youth-only, and special doe-day seasons — not during the main general season. The local USFS office at (940) 627-5475 can answer questions and sell passes.

Source to confirm: USFS — Caddo/LBJ National Grasslands Recreation

More Wise County notes

Property Tax

Who Sets Your Property Value in Wise County

The Wise County Appraisal District sets the value of your property, and a separate tax office collects the bill.

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Property Tax

The Homestead Exemption Saves Money on Your Tax Bill

If your home in Wise County is your main residence, you can apply for a homestead exemption to lower your property tax.

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Agricultural Valuation

Farm and Ranch Land Can Be Taxed at a Lower Rate

Landowners who use their land for farming, ranching, or wildlife management may qualify for a much lower tax valuation.

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Special Districts

Special Districts Can Add to Your Property Tax Bill

Some Wise County properties fall inside special districts that add their own property taxes on top of county and school rates.

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