In a sloping basin among the scenic Davis Mountains, the 1,869-acre park host more than 155,000 visitors annually. A free interpretive center is open afternoons June–August. It features plant and animal material, both live and mounted; a bird observation window; and a wildlife watering station. Camping, picnicking, dining room, trailer facilities, rest rooms, nature study and hiking are available. Admission charge. Six miles west of Fort Davis on Texas 118 at Park Road 3. 800/792-1112. www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/parks/davis_mountains.
Indian Lodge — On the slopes of the Davis Mountains, this rustic inn was built in the 1930s and was modeled after Southwestern pueblos. Admission charge. 432/426-3254.
City: Fort Davis
Region: Big Bend Country
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