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Indian Lodge (Davis Mountains State Park)

Indian Lodge is a historic adobe lodge built by the CCC in the 1930s, located within Davis Mountains State Park. With thick adobe walls, a swimming pool, and stunning mountain views, it offers a unique lodging experience. While not traditional camping, it provides comfortable base camp access to Davis Mountains hiking and McDonald Observatory stargazing.

39 campsites|West Texas|5 hr 45 min from Austin|$5/person entrance fee

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Campsite Types

Lodge Room

$110/night

Main Lodge Loop · Sites Rooms 1-39 · 39 sites

Full (lodge rooms)

Guide to Indian Lodge (Davis Mountains State Park)

Best Campsites

For Families:Lodge rooms on the courtyard — close to pool and restaurant
For Privacy:Upper-level rooms — mountain views and quieter
For RVs:Use Davis Mountains State Park campground next door instead

When to Go

March through November. Holiday weekends and spring break book months in advance. Reserve as early as possible.

Tips

  • Book as far in advance as possible — rooms sell out quickly
  • The Black Bear Restaurant serves solid West Texas comfort food
  • Combine with camping at adjacent Davis Mountains State Park
  • The pool at sunset with mountain views is unforgettable

Highlights

Historic CCC-built adobe lodgeSwimming pool with mountain viewsOn-site restaurant (Black Bear Restaurant)Thick adobe walls keep rooms naturally coolGateway to Davis Mountains hikingNear McDonald Observatory star parties

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