Davis Mountains State Park

Open — Open year-round with reservations available online or by phone. The park often reaches capacity and highly recommends advance reservations for camping. Skyline Drive within the park closes at 10:00 p.m. daily.

About

Davis Mountains State Park is located high in the rugged mountains of West Texas, offering a unique camping experience at elevations between 5,000 and 6,000 feet. One of the earliest CCC projects in Texas, the park retains its historic character with stone structures, adobe buildings, and the scenic five-mile Skyline Drive built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s. The campground provides 93 developed sites with varying amenities. Twenty-six sites offer full hookups with water, sewer, and 30/50 amp electric service. Thirty-four sites have water and electric hookups (20/30 amp), while 33 sites provide water only. All developed sites include picnic tables and fire rings or grills, with nearby restroom facilities. For backcountry enthusiasts, six primitive hike-in campsites are accessible via a challenging four-mile trail with 800 feet of elevation gain. The park also features equestrian camping in the Limpia Canyon Primitive Area with 11 miles of horse trails. Davis Mountains State Park is renowned for its dark night skies, making it exceptional for stargazing. The park offers miles of trails for hiking and mountain biking, including the 4.5-mile Skyline Drive Trail with mountain ridges and valleys, and the CCC trail connecting to Fort Davis National Historic Site. The interpretive center features exhibits and an indoor bird blind overlooking a wildlife watering station. Nearby attractions include McDonald Observatory, Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center, and the town of Marfa. Hot summer days give way to cool nights, and winter temperatures often drop below freezing with occasional snow, so campers should prepare for dramatic temperature changes year-round.

Directions

Located on TX-118 North, Park Road 3, Fort Davis, Texas 79734. The park is in the Davis Mountains of West Texas in Jeff Davis County.

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