Davis Mountains State Park
Fort Davis, TX
Grassland and oak canyons in a sky-island range, with a Skyline Drive to a lookout over the plains. The campground is a good base for the observatory’s night programs.
- Nearest town
- Fort Davis, TX
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 30.5990, -103.9290
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June–August and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Campsites nearby
- Davis Mountains State ParkCampsite0 mi from Davis Mountains State ParkTentsCaravans
- Prude RanchMotorhome stopover1 mi from Davis Mountains State ParkMotorhomes
- Madera Canyon Dispersed Camping NCampsite13 mi from Davis Mountains State Park
- El CosmicoCampsite21 mi from Davis Mountains State Park
- Lost Alaskan RV ParkMotorhome stopover22 mi from Davis Mountains State ParkMotorhomes
- Paisano Baptist EncampmentCampsite23 mi from Davis Mountains State Park
All campsites in Texas · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Davis Mountains State Park?
Davis Mountains State Park is in Fort Davis, TX, at GPS 30.5990, -103.9290. It is about 21 mi from Marfa.
Can you camp near Davis Mountains State Park?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Davis Mountains State Park, about 0 mi away; within 25 mi there are 9 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Davis Mountains State Park?
Davis Mountains State Park is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Davis Mountains: forts, stars and a desert spring.
What is there to see near Davis Mountains State Park?
Places worth a stop nearby: Fort Davis National Historic Site (2 mi), McDonald Observatory (7 mi), Marfa Lights Viewing Area (17 mi) and Balmorhea State Park (25 mi).
When is the best time to visit Davis Mountains State Park?
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June–August and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)