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
Full Hookup
$25/night*26 sites
Water + Electric
$20/night*34 sites
Water Only
$15/night*33 sites
Primitive Hike-in
$10/night*4 sites
Primitive Hike-in
$10/night*6 sites
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Guide to Davis Mountains State Park
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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
Davis Mountains State Park — Frequently Asked
Is Davis Mountains State Park hard to book?+
Yes — Davis Mountains State Park is one of the more popular Texas state parks and fills up quickly, especially on weekends and holidays. March through November. Spring break and summer are busiest. Fall is perfect — warm days, cool nights, fewer crowds. Using a campsite alert service like Camp.land to catch cancellations is the most reliable way to get a site when it appears sold out.
How many campsites does Davis Mountains State Park have?+
Davis Mountains State Park has 99 campsites, including Full Hookup, Water + Electric, Water Only, Primitive Hike-in. Sites start at $10/night plus a $6/person entrance fee.
What is the entrance fee at Davis Mountains State Park?+
The entrance fee at Davis Mountains State Park is $6 per person per day. A Texas State Parks Pass ($70/year) waives entrance fees for you and all passengers in your vehicle.
How far in advance should I book Davis Mountains State Park?+
Texas state parks open reservations exactly 5 months in advance. For Davis Mountains State Park, popular weekends sell out within minutes of the booking window opening. If your dates are already showing as full, set a Camp.land alert at camp.land/pricing?park=davis-mountains — cancellations happen regularly.
How can I get a last-minute campsite at Davis Mountains State Park?+
The best strategy for last-minute campsites at Davis Mountains State Park is to monitor for cancellations. Camp.land (camp.land) scans every 10 minutes and emails you the moment a site opens up, with a direct booking link. Cancellations are most common 1–3 weeks before the reservation date.
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