This high-altitude park just north of Fort Davis, Texas is a page right out of a wilderness magazine. An early project of the Civilian Conservation Corps, this place is teeming with gray oak, juniper, and uncommon bird species. Fun fact—the bird blind in the park is one of the best in West Texas. Spanning 2,700 acres in the Davis Mountain foothills, the park offers 12 miles of trails. Feeling ambitious? You can hike or mountain bike all the way to Fort Davis National Historic Site.
Camping options range from rustic backpacking sites to RV sites with full hookups. Wherever you book, you can look forward to popping a beer and kicking back with mountain views. The historic Indian Lodge is another option, offering 39 rooms and a swimming pool.
Insider Tip: The bird-feeding stations at the interpretive center give you a gre
This high-altitude park just north of Fort Davis, Texas is a page right out of a wilderness magazine. An early project of the Civilian Conservation Corps, this place is teeming with gray oak, juniper, and uncommon bird species. Fun fact—the bird blind in the park is one of the best in West Texas. Spanning 2,700 acres in the Davis Mountain foothills, the park offers 12 miles of trails. Feeling ambitious? You can hike or mountain bike all the way to Fort Davis National Historic Site.
Camping options range from rustic backpacking sites to RV sites with full hookups. Wherever you book, you can look forward to popping a beer and kicking back with mountain views. The historic Indian Lodge is another option, offering 39 rooms and a swimming pool.
Insider Tip: The bird-feeding stations at the interpretive center give you a great view of local wildlife. If you have an extra hour or two, check out nearby Mcdonald Observatory. It houses one of the largest optical telescopes on the planet.
A primitive equestrian campground sandwich is what you’ll find between the Texas 118 highway and Limpia Creek in the northern contingent of Davis Mountains State Park. With access to the 2. 6-mile (one-way) equestrian trail, you’ll be able start the day off right as you watch the golden rays of sunrise cascading through the mountains from atop you Read more...
Just like Ms. Goldilocks, you can choose the “just right” level of comfort that suits your camping needs at Davis Mountain State Park Campground. All sites have picnic tables, grills and are located near restrooms, but what sets them apart is that 33 sites have shared water access, 34 sites have water and electricity hookups and 27 are fully decke Read more...
The farthest north in the park, these campgrounds are also the most vertical (at almost 5,600 feet) AND the most secluded. Boasting some of the best views by day, these sites are also excellent at night for their cosmic vistas. Relatively sparse in terms of amenities, these campgrounds must be hiked to and therefore require a bit of sweat and toil Read more...
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Davis Mountains State Park
Explore Mile-High Mountains in One of West Texas' Best Kept Secrets
This high-altitude park just north of Fort Davis, Texas is a page right out of a wilderness magazine. An early project of the Civilian Conservation Corps, this place is teeming with gray oak, juniper, and uncommon bird species. Fun fact—the bird blind in the park is one of the best in West Texas. Spanning 2,700 acres in the Davis Mountain foothills, the park offers 12 miles of trails. Feeling ambitious? You can hike or mountain bike all the way to Fort Davis National Historic Site.
Camping options range from rustic backpacking sites to RV sites with full hookups. Wherever you book, you can look forward to popping a beer and kicking back with mountain views. The historic Indian Lodge is another option, offering 39 rooms and a swimming pool.
Insider Tip: The bird-feeding stations at the interpretive center give you a gre
This high-altitude park just north of Fort Davis, Texas is a page right out of a wilderness magazine. An early project of the Civilian Conservation Corps, this place is teeming with gray oak, juniper, and uncommon bird species. Fun fact—the bird blind in the park is one of the best in West Texas. Spanning 2,700 acres in the Davis Mountain foothills, the park offers 12 miles of trails. Feeling ambitious? You can hike or mountain bike all the way to Fort Davis National Historic Site.
Camping options range from rustic backpacking sites to RV sites with full hookups. Wherever you book, you can look forward to popping a beer and kicking back with mountain views. The historic Indian Lodge is another option, offering 39 rooms and a swimming pool.
Insider Tip: The bird-feeding stations at the interpretive center give you a great view of local wildlife. If you have an extra hour or two, check out nearby Mcdonald Observatory. It houses one of the largest optical telescopes on the planet.
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3 campgrounds in Davis Mountains State Park
A primitive equestrian campground sandwich is what you’ll find between the Texas 118 highway and Limpia Creek in the northern contingent of Davis Mountains State Park. With access to the 2. 6-mile (one-way) equestrian trail, you’ll be able start the day off right as you watch the golden rays of sunrise cascading through the mountains from atop you Read more...
Just like Ms. Goldilocks, you can choose the “just right” level of comfort that suits your camping needs at Davis Mountain State Park Campground. All sites have picnic tables, grills and are located near restrooms, but what sets them apart is that 33 sites have shared water access, 34 sites have water and electricity hookups and 27 are fully decke Read more...
The farthest north in the park, these campgrounds are also the most vertical (at almost 5,600 feet) AND the most secluded. Boasting some of the best views by day, these sites are also excellent at night for their cosmic vistas. Relatively sparse in terms of amenities, these campgrounds must be hiked to and therefore require a bit of sweat and toil Read more...
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