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Davis Mountains State Park
Davis Mountains State Park sits at 5,000 feet elevation in one of the most scenic mountain ranges in Texas. Cooler temperatures, stunning Montezuma quail habitat, and proximity to McDonald Observatory and Fort Davis National Historic Site make it a premier West Texas destination. The Skyline Drive Trail offers panoramic views of the Davis Mountains.
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Campsite Types
Cabin
$90/nightCabins Loop · Sites Cabins 1-4 · 4 sites
Full amenities
Full Hookup
$25/nightKeesey Creek Loop · Sites 30-55 · 26 sites
Water, Sewer, 30/50-amp ElectricRV OKTent OK
Water + Electric
$20/nightLimpia Canyon Loop · Sites 1-30 · 30 sites
Water, 30-amp ElectricRV OKTent OK
Water + Electric
$20/nightMountain View Loop · Sites 56-94 · 38 sites
Water, 20-amp ElectricRV OKTent OK
Guide to Davis Mountains State Park
Best Campsites
For Families:Sites 1-30 (Limpia Canyon) — water/electric, close to restrooms and trails
For Privacy:Sites 70-94 (Mountain View) — more remote, excellent views
For RVs:Sites 30-55 (Keesey Creek) — pull-through pads with full hookups
When to Go
March through November. Spring break and summer are busiest. Fall is perfect — warm days, cool nights, fewer crowds.
Tips
- →Hike Skyline Drive Trail at sunrise for the best mountain views
- →Visit McDonald Observatory for star parties — book tickets in advance
- →Temperatures are 15-20 degrees cooler than the surrounding desert
- →Combine with a visit to Balmorhea State Park (30 minutes away)
Highlights
5,000-foot elevation with cooler temperaturesSkyline Drive Trail with panoramic viewsAdjacent to Fort Davis National Historic SiteNear McDonald Observatory (star parties)CCC-built Indian Lodge on-siteExcellent birding (Montezuma quail)
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