Hike Madera Canyon

Drove from the intersection of I-10 and Texas 118 to Fort Davis . Stopped at the Davis mountains State Park. Visited the Fort Davis National Historic site, the Chihuahua Desert Nature Center and had a good dinner in Fort Davis. Continued on Texas 166 to Kent passing by some very impressive mountain peaks.  Very beautiful scenery in the spring when many wildflowers line both sides of the road

So, you’re in West Texas (or driving in from out of state) and maybe you’re bound for Big Bend National Park--because why wouldn’t you be? If you’ve budgeted your time wisely, you may have already planned for stops, but whether you have or not, consider revising your itinerary to include a short stay in Ft. Davis and/or a visit to the McDonald Observatory.  A quick drive from I-10 (37 miles) gr...

Indian Lodge Loop Trail is an approximately 2.5 mile loop dog-friendly trail located in Davis Mountains State Park near Fort Davis, TX. The trailhead starts from the parking area for Indian Lodge. Keep in mind that you'll need to walk along the road for the final part of the loop to return to the parking area.  There is loose rock on the trail with a little bit of elevation gain, so make sure ...

Skyline Drive Auto Trail Drive is a 4.1 mile out and back hike that takes you past scenic views located near Fort Davis, TX.

The majority of the Davis Mountains are privately owned, but the state park is one of the few ways to access it. These mountains are surrounded by the Chihuahuan Desert and is one of three sky islands in Texas. There are many rare plants and species in the Davis Mountains that exist nowhere else. The closest town is Fort Davis, TX, which is home to the Fort Davis National Historic Site. The Da...

First took some time to visit the historic buildings and exhibits. After that I toured the grounds and enjoyed the sights surrounding the fort.  I also took the time to hike 3 of the trails located within the fort boundaries. Very beautiful views of the mountains and of the wildflowers.