Davis Mountains State Park
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Open daily; hours not posted
- Entrance fee
- $6 per adultAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- RecommendedCan reach capacity
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- 93 campsitesAlso lodge or inn rooms
- Official site
- tpwd.texas.gov(432) 426-3337
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 2
Alert Screwworm AlertJune 13, 2026 - New world screwworm has been found in parts of Texas. Check your pets and livestock often. If you see unusual wounds or maggots, do… (more)
June 13, 2026 - New world screwworm has been found in parts of Texas. Check your pets and livestock often. If you see unusual wounds or maggots, do not move the animal. Call the Texas Animal Health Commission at (800) 550‑8242 or contact a private veterinarian. For wildlife with suspicious wounds or maggots, notify park staff or call (512) 389‑4505.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Alert Burn BanJan. 1, 2026 - No wood fires are allowed. However, charcoal and containerized fuel stoves (i.e. propane) are allowed for cooking. Primitive Area… (more)
Jan. 1, 2026 - No wood fires are allowed. However, charcoal and containerized fuel stoves (i.e. propane) are allowed for cooking. Primitive Area Closures The primitive camping area will be closed on the following dates: • 6 a.m. on Oct. 2 to 8 a.m. on Oct. 10 • 6 a.m. on Nov. 6 to 8 a.m. on Nov. 11 • 6 a.m. on Feb. 19 to 8 a.m. on Feb. 24 Only permitted hunters will be allowed on these dates. Contact the park for more information. Check back for updates.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
In Jeff Davis County, about 23 miles northwest of Alpine, Davis Mountains State Park covers about 2,724 acres.
Popular activities here are horseback riding, mountain biking, historic sites, biking, and hiking. Its trail network totals roughly 11 miles, according to the park. Camping is available: 93 campsites across 4 camping areas, including RV sites with full hookups, tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, and showers. There are also lodge rooms for rent.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Open daily (hours not posted) | ||
| Office | Daily | 8:15 a.m. – 4:45 p.m. | — |
Official wording
Open daily
Office hours: 8:15 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. daily We often reach capacity and highly recommend reservations for both camping and day use. To guarantee entry, make reservations online or by calling the customer service center.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Chicago).
Pets
Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet at all times and are not permitted in any buildings at Texas State Parks. Some parks restrict pets on certain trails.
Statewide rule from Texas's park system (source). This park’s page doesn’t state its own pet rules, so check for local restrictions.
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Adult (Day Use Only) | $6 |
| Child 12 Years and Under | Free |
Official wording
• Adult (Day Use Only): $6 Daily • Child 12 Years and Under : Free • School-Sponsored Group: Contact the Park
Texas park passes
- Texas State Parks Pass — $70 per year. Free entry for the holder and guests at the state parks it covers, plus camping and store discounts; a second pass for someone at the same address is $25 Details
- Texas Parklands Passport. Discounted or free entry for qualifying seniors, people with disabilities, veterans and Gold Star family members Details
From the Texas state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- Recommended
- Camping
- Recommended
- Booking system
- Texas State Parks reservation system (ReserveAmerica)
- Phone
- (512) 389-8900
We often reach capacity and highly recommend reservations for both camping and day use.
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Hookup Campsites | 26 | Water hookup; Sewer hookup; 30 amp hookup; 50 amp hookupPicnic tableFire ringRestrooms nearby | $25 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Campsites with Electricity Sites have a fire ring and/or a grill. | 34 | Water hookup; 20 amp hookup; 30 amp hookupPicnic tableRestrooms nearby | $20 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Campsites with Water Sites have a fire ring and/or grill. Not all sites have water - several sites must share. | 33 | Water nearbyPicnic tableRestrooms nearby | $15 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Primitive Campsites (Hike-in) Four-mile (minimum) hike up a mountain; elevation change is 800 feet. No ground fires are allowed. Pets are allowed in this area. | — | $10 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BikingHistoric sites and toursHorseback ridingHikingMountain bikingPicnickingCamping
Trails
High in the mountains of West Texas you will find a beautiful and historic park. Explore Davis Mountains State Park’s miles of trails, stay up late to marvel at the night sky, learn about the history of the park and nearby frontier fort. It’s worth the drive! Things to Do Davis Mountains State Park offers a unique and remote destination for all sorts of adventures. Here you can hike, backpack, mountain bike or ride your own horse, take a scenic drive through the mountains, go camping, stargaze, geocache and study nature. Get ready to disconnect - cell phone service is limited in the park and mountains. Stay at one of our campsites or at Indian Lodge, a historic 39-room motel in the park, which has a restaurant, swimming pool (for Lodge guests only) and meeting rooms. Rent our group picnic area for your next gathering. Watch birds at the “best little bird blind in Texas.” The blind offers an enclosed viewing station, a shielded outside patio, and watering and feeding stations. Or stop by the interpretive center to see what is visiting the bird feeding and watering station there. Hike or mountain bike our trails. The 4.5-mile Skyline Drive Trail meanders up and down mountain ridges and valleys. The 1.75-mile CCC trail connects with a trail to the Fort Davis National Historic Site. Check out our interactive trails map and the Trails Information page for more information. Bring your horse for the day or for an overnight stay at Limpia Canyon Primitive Area. The 11 miles of trails take riders from 4,900 feet high at Limpia Creek to over 5,700 feet high at a scenic overlook. Cross rugged terrain and enjoy views of the Davis Mountains. To camp, choose from one of six equestrian or six primitive campsites in this area. Non-potable water is available at the staging area and at the high point in the trail. Read more about riding horses in state parks and find parks with equestrian trails or campsites on our interactive map. Volunteer! We welcome volunteers. Check our Volunteer page or visit park headquarters and ask how you can help. Donate: Support state parks by donating to the Texas Parks & Wildlife Foundation. Ranger Programs We offer walks and programs on stargazing, birding, local history, geocaching and more. Check our Events page for upcoming programs. Visit our Interpretive Center, with exhibits and an indoor bird blind overlooking a wildlife watering station. You can also check out a GPS unit here. Junior Ranger Program: Borrow an Explorer Pack, with tools for looking at nature up close and personal. Pick up a free Activity Journal; complete a certain number of activities to earn a badge. Ask at the Interpretive Center about becoming a Junior Ranger! Teachers: This is a Texas Aquatic Science Certified Field Site. Civilian Conservation Corps: Davis Mountains State Park was one of the earliest CCC projects in Texas. CCC men built the five-mile scenic Skyline Drive within the park. Be sure to stop at the rock overlook building and admire the stunning views. CCC also built two adobe buildings, stone picnic tables, fireplaces and steps. Learn more about the CCC’s work: • The Look of Nature: Davis Mountains • A New Deal for Texas Parks (online interactive exhibit) Area Attractions The park may feel remote, but there’s plenty to do out here! In or near the town of Fort Davis, check out: • Fort Davis National Historic Site • McDonald Observatory • Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center • Scenic Loop Drive, a 75-mile loop drive through the Davis Mountains, beginning and ending in Fort Davis • Davis Mountains Preserve Visit the Museum of the Big Bend in Alpine. Marfa offers art galleries, shopping, Marfa lights and more. More ideas: • Davis Mountains Loop of the Great Texas Wildlife Trails • Texas Mountain Trail Region
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Nature center or museum
- Park or camp store
- Restaurant or food service
- Wi-Fi
- Drinking water: not available (stated by the park)
Camping
- RV dump station
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Sewer hookups
- Primitive or backcountry camping
Lodging
- Lodge or inn rooms
Recreation
- Horse trails
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Getting there
- Address
- TX-118 N., Park Rd. 3
Fort Davis, TX 79734 - Nearest town
- Alpine — about 23 mi northwest (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 30.5991, -103.9295
- Phone
- (432) 426-3337
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Texas State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- TPWD state parks map (embedded park data)
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. “Last changed” (Oct 29, 2026) is when the information shown here last differed from the previous check. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology