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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|$6/person entrance fee

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Campsite Types

Lodge Room

$115/night*

9 sites

Two-person room with a full bed (a few have a king); central heat/AC, private bathroom with shower and tub, cable TV

Lodge Room

$130/night*

3 sites

Two-person room with a king bed; central heat/AC, private bathroom with shower and tub, cable TV

Lodge Room

$125/night*

24 sites

Four-person room with two queen beds; central heat/AC, private bathroom with shower and tub, cable TV

Lodge Room

$150/night*

2 sites

Four-person junior suite with full beds; central heat/AC, private bathroom with shower and tub, cable TV

Lodge Room

$170/night*

1 sites

Six-person executive suite with two double beds and a hide-a-bed; central heat/AC, private bathroom with shower and tub, cable TV

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Guide to Indian Lodge (Davis Mountains State Park)

Best Campsites

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. 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 Indian Lodge (Davis Mountains State Park) have?+

Indian Lodge (Davis Mountains State Park) has 39 campsites, including Lodge Room. Sites start at $115/night plus a $6/person entrance fee.

What is the entrance fee at Indian Lodge (Davis Mountains State Park)?+

The entrance fee at Indian Lodge (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 Indian Lodge (Davis Mountains State Park)?+

Texas state parks open reservations exactly 5 months in advance. For Indian Lodge (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=indian-lodge — cancellations happen regularly.

How can I get a last-minute campsite at Indian Lodge (Davis Mountains State Park)?+

The best strategy for last-minute campsites at Indian Lodge (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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