We Are East Texas Logo. program of Texas Forest Trail

Celebrating the people, landscapes, and traditions of the Texas Forest Trail Region

What Is We Are East Texas?

We Are East Texas celebrates the historic places, communities, and landscapes that define East Texas. 

This project is part of the Texas Forest Trail Region, a 35-county heritage tourism region in East Texas.

Get Involved The East Texas Way

Photo Contest

Our photo contest has completed for the year. View all of the winning entries by clicking here.

Essay Contest

Our essay contest has been completed for the year. View all of the winning entries by clicking here.

Partner Program

Together we are stronger than the sum of our trees. Help support our efforts. Find out more by clicking here.

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We Are East Texas

Great Places. Amazing People. Beautiful Locations.

The Texas Forest Trail Needs Your Support

We are a non-profit group that helps bring tax dollars and travelers to every county in East Texas, and provide communities with the tools, training, and professional support they need to preserve their history and successfully market their tourism sites and attractions.

Help the Texas Forest Trail and our initiative. As a nonprofit, every dollar you contribute supports the region.