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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.
Lodge rooms
39 rooms
Region
West Texas
Guide rate from
$115/night*
Entrance
No entrance fee
Short answer
Most Texas state park overnight camping and lodging reservations can be made up to five months in advance. Confirm the current reservation schedule for your accommodation and dates with Texas Parks and Wildlife.
Texas Parks and Wildlife reservation guidance · Checked 2026-09-07.
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Room options
*Guide prices only. Confirm current rates when booking.
Full-bed room
$115/night*9 rooms
Two-person room with a full bed (a few have a king); central heat/AC, private bathroom with shower and tub, cable TV
King room
$130/night*3 rooms
Two-person room with a king bed; central heat/AC, private bathroom with shower and tub, cable TV
Two-queen room
$125/night*24 rooms
Four-person room with two queen beds; central heat/AC, private bathroom with shower and tub, cable TV
Junior suite
$150/night*2 rooms
Four-person junior suite with full beds; central heat/AC, private bathroom with shower and tub, cable TV
Executive suite
$170/night*1 room
Six-person executive suite with two double beds and a hide-a-bed; central heat/AC, private bathroom with shower and tub, cable TV
Book directly with the park
Most Texas state park overnight camping and lodging reservations can be made up to five months in advance. Confirm the current reservation schedule for your accommodation and dates with Texas Parks and Wildlife. Confirm current inventory, rates, fees, and seasonal details on the official booking site.
Texas state parks don’t have live cancellation alerts yet — but most sold-out sites free up 1–2 weeks before the date. We’ll email you the booking playbook (exact release times, the cancellation window, how to pounce) and tell you first if live Texas alerts launch.
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Location & trip guide
Fort Davis, Texas
Indian Lodge (Davis Mountains State Park) is in West Texas, about 5 hr 45 min from Austin. Use the official booking provider for current arrival directions and access details.
Get directions ↗Choosing a room
For Families:Book a four-person room with two queen beds, or a junior suite — close to the pool and restaurant
For Privacy:Request a quieter two-person single or king room away from the courtyard
For RVs:Use the Davis Mountains State Park campground next door instead — the lodge has no RV hookups
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
Indian Lodge (Davis Mountains State Park) — Frequently Asked
Is Indian Lodge (Davis Mountains State Park) hard to book?+
Yes. Indian Lodge (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. Holiday weekends and spring break book months in advance. Reserve as early as possible. If your dates are already full, book direct on ReserveAmerica the moment the 5-month window opens, or reserve a cabin or vacation rental nearby that you can book today.
How many rooms does Indian Lodge (Davis Mountains State Park) have?+
Indian Lodge (Davis Mountains State Park) has 39 rooms, including Lodge Room. Published guide rates start at $115/night; confirm current rates when booking.
What is the entrance fee at Indian Lodge (Davis Mountains State Park)?+
Indian Lodge (Davis Mountains State Park) has no entrance fee.
How far in advance should I book Indian Lodge (Davis Mountains State Park)?+
Most Texas state park overnight camping and lodging reservations can be made up to five months in advance. Confirm the current reservation schedule for your accommodation and dates with Texas Parks and Wildlife.
How can I get a last-minute room at Indian Lodge (Davis Mountains State Park)?+
Cancellations at Indian Lodge (Davis Mountains State Park) happen regularly, most often 1 to 3 weeks before the date, so it is worth checking ReserveAmerica directly for openings. If campsites are full, check cabins and vacation rentals near Fort Davis for your dates.